About Tour Guide Takeshi H.

Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

The park provides us a rare opportunity for us to watch the Macaque up close and observe their fascinating behavior. During winter the monkeys enjoy bathing in the hot spring. The history of Zenkoji temple started in 642 and it does not belong to any religious sect. Legend says that Zenkoji's golden triad was the first Buddhist image to arrive in Japan. After taking a walk in Nakamise street, you can enjoy Sake tasting if you like.

Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

8 hrs 30 mins

Matsumoto Castle and Daio Wasabi Farm in Nagano

Matsumoto castle which was built in 1593-94. The 5 roofed, six story tower castle is the oldest in existence in Japan. It is designated as a national treasure of Japan. Daio Wasabi Farm is situated amongst the picturesque valleys of central Japan’s famous Alps region. It is known as the largest farm of Wasabi (horseradish) in Japan and noted for its picturesque beauty and long history. The tour starts at Matsumoto station and we will visit these places by train or taxi.

Matsumoto Castle and Daio Wasabi Farm in Nagano

FROM$326/ per group

11 hours

One Day Tour to Hakone

Within two hours away from Tokyo by train, we arrive at one of Japan’s best-known tourist areas. We will take either a Shinkansen from Tokyo or the Odakyu Limited Express train from Shinjuku to Hakone. At Hakone you can enjoy various rides including the ropeway, cable car, and cruise ship. We will visit Owakudani Valley, Lake Ashi, Hakone Sekisho, and Hakone Jinja Shrine. However, arrangements are possible according to your requests.

One Day Tour to Hakone

FROM$421/ per group

9 hours

Visiting Togakushi Shrine and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Meet at Nagano station. Travel by bus for an hour to the entrance of Togakushi Okusha Shrine and walk about 40 minutes to the Okusha.Along the way to Okusha shrine, we will walk through a beautiful path surrounded by 400-year-old cedar trees. After visiting Okusha Shrine we will visit the Togakushi Ninja Museum where we can see ninja tools on display. At Chusha Shrine we will have lunch at a soba noodle restaurant. From Togakushi, we will move to Zenkoji temple by bus (or taxi).

Visiting Togakushi Shrine and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

FROM$345/ per group

10 hrs 30 mins

One Day Trip to Nikko

Nikko is located about 125 kilometers north of Tokyo and makes a good one-day trip from Tokyo.It will take about two hours from Tokyo with a limited express. It is a home to world heritage sites including Toshogu Shrine, Futarasan Shrine, and Rinnoji Temple.We will visit Nikko by public transportation and walk around the sacred area surrounded by beautiful nature. So, we would enjoy not only temples and shrines, but also will experience Nikko’s natural beauty.

One Day Trip to Nikko

FROM$402/ per group

One day Tokyo tour for first time visitors

This tour is the most suitable for people who visit Tokyo for the first time. In one day, we will visit main sightseeing spots in Tokyo by train or taxis. You will see the life of old and new Tokyo. The model plan will include Imperial Palace (Former Edo Castle), Sensoji Temple (Oldest temple in Tokyo), Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, and Tokyo Skytree. The model plan can be customized based on customer's requests.

One day Tokyo tour for first time visitors

Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

The park provides us a rare opportunity for us to watch the Macaque up close and observe their fascinating behavior. During winter the monkeys enjoy bathing in the hot spring. The history of Zenkoji temple started in 642 and it does not belong to any religious sect. Legend says that Zenkoji's golden triad was the first Buddhist image to arrive in Japan. After taking a walk in Nakamise street, you can enjoy Sake tasting if you like.

Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

8 hrs 30 mins

Matsumoto Castle and Daio Wasabi Farm in Nagano

Matsumoto castle which was built in 1593-94. The 5 roofed, six story tower castle is the oldest in existence in Japan. It is designated as a national treasure of Japan. Daio Wasabi Farm is situated amongst the picturesque valleys of central Japan’s famous Alps region. It is known as the largest farm of Wasabi (horseradish) in Japan and noted for its picturesque beauty and long history. The tour starts at Matsumoto station and we will visit these places by train or taxi.

Matsumoto Castle and Daio Wasabi Farm in Nagano

FROM$326/ per group

11 hours

One Day Tour to Hakone

Within two hours away from Tokyo by train, we arrive at one of Japan’s best-known tourist areas. We will take either a Shinkansen from Tokyo or the Odakyu Limited Express train from Shinjuku to Hakone. At Hakone you can enjoy various rides including the ropeway, cable car, and cruise ship. We will visit Owakudani Valley, Lake Ashi, Hakone Sekisho, and Hakone Jinja Shrine. However, arrangements are possible according to your requests.

One Day Tour to Hakone

FROM$421/ per group

9 hours

Visiting Togakushi Shrine and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Meet at Nagano station. Travel by bus for an hour to the entrance of Togakushi Okusha Shrine and walk about 40 minutes to the Okusha.Along the way to Okusha shrine, we will walk through a beautiful path surrounded by 400-year-old cedar trees. After visiting Okusha Shrine we will visit the Togakushi Ninja Museum where we can see ninja tools on display. At Chusha Shrine we will have lunch at a soba noodle restaurant. From Togakushi, we will move to Zenkoji temple by bus (or taxi).

Visiting Togakushi Shrine and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

FROM$345/ per group

10 hrs 30 mins

One Day Trip to Nikko

Nikko is located about 125 kilometers north of Tokyo and makes a good one-day trip from Tokyo.It will take about two hours from Tokyo with a limited express. It is a home to world heritage sites including Toshogu Shrine, Futarasan Shrine, and Rinnoji Temple.We will visit Nikko by public transportation and walk around the sacred area surrounded by beautiful nature. So, we would enjoy not only temples and shrines, but also will experience Nikko’s natural beauty.

One Day Trip to Nikko

FROM$402/ per group

Reviews

Carlos B.

5 / 5

May 9, 2026

Half day Yokohama tour on May 8, 2026

May 9, 2026

Yokohama

4 hours

Customized

“1 Day Tour of Tokyo + Half Day Tour of Yokohama ”

Takeshi was a wonderful guide over the day and a half we were with him. He met us at our hotel both days and helped us navigate the trains and cabs around the two cities. He made sure we hit the big highlights and explained the history of the sites and both cities. He was sensitive to our ability to get around the city. Takeshi is very personable and easy to understand, even for a guy like me who is hard of hearing. We would definitely recommend him to anyone, but especially senior citizens.

Takeshi H.

Thank you for your review. We needed to walk around a little bit, but I'm glad there was no problem at all. Also, I'm glad you could enjoy the matcha experience. Please come back to visit Japan.

Maria J.

5 / 5

Apr 30, 2026

One day Tokyo tour for first time visitors

Apr 30, 2026

“ Temples, Local Bites, and a Well-Paced Day”

We spent a second day with Takeshi, who again was very accommodating—this time adjusting our tour due to a forecast of heavy rain. We started at Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple, a serene beginning to the day, then headed to the market area where he recommended fresh tuna sashimi and onigiri from a small, tucked-away spot away from the crowds—both excellent. The day continued with visits to Meiji Shrine and Yanaka Ginza. Takeshi shared helpful context and local insights that made each stop more enjoyable. When my husband’s knee began to bother him, Takeshi ensured we took breaks and adjusted the pace accordingly. We had another very pleasant day with him.

Maria J.

5 / 5

Apr 30, 2026

One day Tokyo tour for first time visitors

Apr 30, 2026