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Tour Guide - Takao M.

Takao M.

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(9 reviews)
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Available Areas

Kanagawa (Living), Kamakura, Hakone, Yokohama

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Languages

Japanese (Native), English

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Response Time

6 hours on average

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Availability Updated

4 days ago

About Tour Guide Takao M.

Hi, I'm Takao Mizushima. I like walking with my friends in the mountains, along rivers and beaches, and visiting historical places and museums. Usually, after enjoying these places, we take a dip in hot springs and drink beer.

As a guide, however, I'll take up places easy to walk around. I assume not many people from abroad are prepared for sweating activities.

If you like, though, I can modify my plan, connecting with a short hiking, hot bath and a drinking place.

Important

1. The fee doesn't include the tourists' transportation fees.

2. The fee doesn't include the tourists' meals or beverages.

3. The fee doesn't include admission charges for visiting places or charges for hands-on activities.

4. Tourists pay the guide's transportation fees.

Tours

Tramping the Old Hakone Path of Cobblestones

Hakone
9 hours 50 min

Bus ride up the soaring Hakone mountains at the foot of Mt. Fuji, a hot sweet drink at a traditional tea house, walk on a historic stone-paved Hakone path, lunch at Motohakone, sail on a pirate boat, panoramic views from a ropeway, stop at fuming Owakudani Valley tasting black eggs boiled by volcanic heat, cable car descent to Gora, train ride to Tonosawa, Benzaiten Shrine and a dip in a spa.

FROM$172/ per group

Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying

Kamakura
6 hours

Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism: Benzaiten in the cave and Hase Kannon on the hill. After watching the imposing Great Buddha, take train to Kamakura, where you can relax and have lunch at various kinds of restaurants to choose from. Then, visit Hachimangu Shrine. and enjoy shopping at Komachidori Street.

FROM$103/ per group

Soul-Exploring Trip of Hase Temple, the Great Buddha and Sutra Copying in Kamakura

Kamakura
3 hours

Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism. In the adjacent cave stand the statues of gods, each with the mission of having human desires achieved. At the top of a hill, Hase Kannon looks down mercifully upon you. Then, seven minutes' walk takes you to the imposing Great Buddha of Kamakura.

FROM$52/ per group

Hakone One-Day Trip

Hakone
9 hours 10 min

Customers visit Amasake Chaya, Hakone Shrine, Pirate Ship, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, Cable Car, Hakone Open-Air Museum, Yumoto Street. They experience a variety of transportations.

FROM$172/ per group

Tramping the Old Hakone Path (Earlier Start+Hakone Shrine)

Hakone
9 hours 50 min

Bus ride up the soaring Hakone mountains, visit a traditional tea house serving a hot sweet drink, walk on a historic stone-paved Hakone path, visit Hakone Shrine, lunch at Motohakone, sail on a pirate boat, panoramic views from a ropeway, stop at fuming Owakudani Valley tasting black eggs boiled by volcanic heat, cable car descent to Gora, train ride to Tonosawa, visit Benzaiten Shrine and a dip in a hot spa.

FROM$172/ per group

Takao M. Japan Tour Reviews

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Bernice L.

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Nov 6, 2023

A most enjoyable day tour in Hakone

Hakone has a rich history as a Edo checkpoint on the “Tokaido”. We began our tour early with a warm sweet beverage and delicious mochi at a historic tea house and then followed Takao onward to walk part of the “ Tokaido” a feudal-era cobblestone road that once joined the former Edo to Kyoto. It was an invigorating, mostly gently inclined, ninety minute walk through a wooded area. Takao is an erudite guide who was able to answer our many questions about the Hakone area and its history. He shared many interesting facts and cultural insights. We eventually emerged at Port Moto-Hakone, where we joined the crowds and boarded a colourful galleon to sail across Lake Ashi. Transferring to the rope car we ascended to Owakudani with spectacular views of Mt Fuji. Continuing on the cable car across to Gora we turn headed down to Hakone-Yamoto for a relaxing spa and sauna at a traditional onsen. The establishment had several spa pools located both inside and outside. My favourite spa pool was outside overlooking a wooded garden. We enjoyed the comfortable pace of the tour and covered many interesting sights. Takao would direct us to the best seats and locations to ensure we had great views. It was most worthwhile to have him as our guide, under his care we were able to capture many perfect photos from this memorable day. We were blessed with fine weather and a perfect view of Mt Fuji. Takao is a kind gentleman, his attention to detail and a well organised itinerary helped us to enjoy a lovely day in Hakone. We highly recommend Takao’s tour for anyone staying at least two nights at Hakone.

Takao M.

Hi, Bernice. Thank you for your kind words and the highest rating for my tour! The hearth in Amasake Chaya Teahouse used to be a place around which family members come together, talking pleasantly. I remember my childhood. I’m glad to have had a happy moment with you and Steve sitting near the hearth. “Ko-more-bi,” or tree-leaking-sun, 木漏れ日, which means the sunlight coming through the tree leaves, was beautiful. I wish we could have dinner wearing Yukata at the Hakone Yuryo Hot Spa! Thank you again, Bernice. Please say hello to Steve. I appreciate his English lessons. Best regards, Takao Mizushima

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Raina P.

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May 23, 2023

Day Tour to Kamakura

Mr Takao arrives early to meet us at the hotel lobby. He is friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. On each site, he will explain to you brief history and hand us the necessary brochures. Brought us to buy Temple's charms upon our request, assisting on our specific requirement by communicating with the staff in Japanese. Overall, we enjoy ourselves very much. Thank you Takao, we appreciate your professional services. Will highly recommend to friends and siblings. Best regards. Raina

Takao M.

Thank you, Reina and Zenia, for your kind review. I'll try to improve my listening ability. I've got very interested in your country. I read a book about your country before the tour and wanted to learn from you about your country. My e-mail address is rinrabbitrun@gmail.com. May I ask you your e-mail address so that I'll be able to learn more about your country and you. Best regards, Takao Mizushima

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Pauline T.

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Nov 3, 2022

Trekking to Mt. Ogusu

Takao san is very detailed, & he planned the itinerary well ahead for us. Very caring person and a good guide with good information, Takao san always reply us very promptly. The group are very happy with him. Thank you Takao san. Take care!

Takao M.

Thank you so much for your nice review, Pauline. I’m further encouraged to introduce the beauty and value of sceneries and culture of Japan. We are sure that those young personnel we talked with will recall this trekking as their fond memory in the future, too. Best regards, Takao Mizushima

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Meisha R.

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Feb 2, 2020

Enjoyed the uniqueness

I was looking to do something different and Takao's soul-exploring trip was perfect. It was fun doing something a little deeper while visiting the temple versus just walking around and admiring the beauty. I enjoyed the ritual of the Sutru coping and enjoyed having Takao as my guide. He spoke good English and is such a sweet person.

Takao M.

Thank you Meisha for your nice review. Your sutra copying was faster and more accurate than I had imagined. I respect your concentration and enthusiasm. I'm glad that I could have such a customer as you who really showed interest in Japanese culture. Your sincere attitude encourages me to study deeper about the culture of my own country. I'm sure you had a good time at Hokokuji Temple known as Bamboo Temple, too. Please keep enjoying your explaration of Japan! Bon voyage! Best regards, Takao Mizushima