Joined 2017
Yoshi S.
Available Areas
Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Mount Fuji
Languages
English, Japanese
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day 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?
How about an enjoyable walking in Tokyo?
Wonderful Hakone to be left in your memorial album
Wonderful Hakone to be left in your memorial album
Lake Kawaguchi, Mt. Fuji, Pagoda and Cherry blossoms!
Lake Kawaguchi, Mt. Fuji, Pagoda and Cherry blossoms!
Kamakura, let's explore the traditional town!
Kamakura, let's explore the traditional town!
Yokohama, Night View Tour
Yokohama, Night View Tour
Please join a memorable tour for traditional experience!
Please join a memorable tour for traditional experience!
Reviews
Rob J.
“Highly recommended tour and guide!”
This was a great tour with a perfect host. Yoshi is professional, friendly and efficient with all of the arrangements. We wouldn't have been able to see and understand the significance of all of the sites without him. Highly recommended!
Yoshi S.
Hi Rob and Kim, thank you for your kind message. It’s encouraging and motivating for me. I’m so glad you enjoyed my tour even in the rain. Safe travels in Japan! Yoshi
Pedro C.
“Fantastic Tokyo Tour with Yoshi – A Perfect Blend of Culture and Walking around”
We had an awesome day touring Tokyo with Yoshi! He really knows the city and made everything super easy and fun. We started at Tsukiji Outer Market, where he guided us through the busy streets and showed us the best local bites. Then we explored Asakusa—he shared cool stories about the temple and gave us time to wander and shop. We finished with Akihabara and Ginza, and he made sure we got to our lunch spot on time. Yoshi was super flexible, adjusted to our pace, and made the whole experience feel smooth and relaxed. Would totally recommend touring with him!
Yoshi S.
Hi Pedro, thank you for your kind message. It’s encouraging and motivating to me, I hope you can enjoy a memorable trip in Japan. Best regards, Yoshi
Renee K.
“Wonderful Day with Yoshi”
We covered everything and more… Go with Yoshi and you won’t be disappointed!
Yoshi S.
Hi Renee, thank you for your kind message. That is very encouraging! Yoshi
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