Joined 2017
Yoshi S.
Available Areas
Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Mount Fuji
Languages
English, Japanese
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Yoshi S.
Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I’m married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy.
I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!
Important
I am available from 9am to 5pm everyday.
I am flexible to one day trip to Hakone, Lake Kawaguchi and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee on top of the tour in Tokyo.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
How about an enjoyable walking in Tokyo?
There are lots of sightseeing spots in Tokyo. I will arrange a customized one-day tour based upon your requirements so that you could enjoy your stay in Tokyo. We can discuss and decide places to visit effectively for a limited amount of time. One example is shown here as follows, but I'm sure I will take you to some of my best selections so that you could enjoy both of traditional and modern culture. I can arrange an appropriate lunch restaurant based upon your requirement.
Wonderful Hakone to be left in your memorial album
Hakone is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations with easy access from Tokyo, attracting both of international and domestic visitors seeking a break from busy city life. There are many hot spring resort with numerous inns, restaurants and gift shops. You can enjoy the magnificent beauty of nature including breathtaking views of nearby Mt. Fuji. With this tour you will have wonderful experience to be left in your memorial album.
Lake Kawaguchi, Mt. Fuji, Pagoda and Cherry blossoms!
Lake kawaguchi is one of the Five Lakes at the foot of Mt. Fuji and also a resort area. Visitors can enjoy various experiences on top of fine view of Mt. Fuji throughout the year. Many kinds of delicious local food like "Tempura" and "Hoto noodle" are available.
Kamakura, let's explore the traditional town!
Kamakura is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan with easy access from Tokyo, I'll pick up you at your staying hotel and take you to one day trip to Kamakura which is located about 50km southwest of Tokyo. Kamakura was the seat of the first military government called Shogunate during the period from the end of 12th century to the early 14th century. Then Kamakura has many historical and cultural sites and attracts visitors all over the world as well as Kyoto and Nara.
Yokohama, Night View Tour
Yokohama is a retro-modern port city that blends the old and the new and attracts many tourists. This evening, you can enjoy Yokohama's greatest attraction: the Night View.
Please join a memorable tour for traditional experience!
I'll pick up you at your hotel and take you to traditional areas, Fukagawa and Ryougoku, which are reminiscent of old townscape in Edo, former name of Tokyo. You can enjoy more comfortable atmosphere apart from popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo. And at the end of my tour I'll take you to your favorite shopping area, Ginza, Shibuya or Shinjuku before leaving.
Reviews
Paul K.
“6th of February with Yoshi in Tokyo”
What a beautiful, interesting and unforgettable day with Yoshi in Tokyo. From the first moment on, when we met in the Shangri- la hotel I felt that I am in best hands of a friend. These 6 hours in which he showed me, in respecting my handicap in problems with walking due to a backbone operation, such great places and by this unforgettable impressions of this pulsing city. Yoshi is very competitive, very concentrated by explaining to me each place we visited. The best guide. From 1 to 10 = the very best with 10 points. Would I ever come back again to Tokyo, would for sure come back to my friend with his heart warm aura, to this great person, to YOSHI.
Yoshi S.
Thank you for your kind message. I found it very helpful that you listened to my explanation attentively. I look forward to meeting you again someday.Yoshi
Jacob L.
“Amazing tour!”
Yoshi was an incredible guide for me as a first time solo traveler to Tokyo. He speaks great English and knows the city very very well. He was very informative, fun, interesting, and knows all of the great spots in Tokyo. He was very friendly and funny as well. I highly recommend Yoshi, and I’m so happy I did this tour with him!
Yoshi S.
Thank you for your warm message. I also enjoyed it because you listened to my explanation attentively. It was so encouraging and motivating. I hope you can enjoy your stay in Hakone Miyajima. Yoshi
Jane W.
“BEST GUIDE EVER”
Yoshi was our guide for a fascinating day in Tokyo. He quickly navigated through the Tokyo, taught us how to approach and behave in shrines and temples, shared much about Japanese customs, religion and history, fielded all of our questions (even those from left field), and met the disparate wishes of a 77 year old grandma and a 22byear old grandson. We moved seamlessly from historic and religious sites, modern architectural wonders, and the young world of tech, geeks, manga and anime. We even visited a "dog cafe" where petless animal lovers could play with puppies. He found budget-conscious restaurants for differing tastes. He was flexible, well-prepared and his English was fluent. We had a few other guides, as well as cruise ship excursions, and the day with him was the best of a two week trip. Kudos for a job well done.
Yoshi S.
Hi Jane, thank you for your kind message. It was very encouraging and motivating. I had a lot of fun too. Did you enjoy TeamLab? Next time, please come to Japan with Deborah. Yoshi
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