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Joined 2025
Andy L.
Available Areas
Gunma, Ibaraki, Saitama, Tochigi (Living), Yokohama
Languages
Chinese (Simplified) (Native), Chinese (Traditional) (Native), English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
4 hours on average
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About Tour Guide Andy L.
Hello! I’m Your Friendly Guide to Japan’s Kanto Region
I’m based in the beautiful Tochigi Prefecture and absolutely love sharing Japan’s amazing culture, history, and hidden spots with visitors like you. Before doing tour guiding, I was a public school teacher, so I’m great at making stories come alive and helping you really connect with the places we visit.
I speak Japanese at an advanced level (N2), and I’ve spent a lot of time exploring Japan—from living a year in the peaceful town of Kamishihoro in Hokkaido to wandering the bustling streets of Tokyo. This means I can give you insider tips and deep insights that go beyond the usual tourist trails.
*What I Offer*
I mainly guide around the Kanto area, which includes Tokyo, Yokohama, Saitama, Ibaraki, Gunma, and of course, Tochigi. Here are some of the fun tours I can take you on:
- **Utsunomiya Cultural Immersion:** Spend a day discovering the unique charm and tasty eats of Utsunomiya.
- **Tokyo All-in-One:** Explore both East and West Tokyo in a single day for a full city experience.
- **Anime & Pop Culture Tours:** Tailor-made adventures based on your favorite shows, games, and characters.
- **Kanto Day Trips:** Visit iconic spots like Nikko’s stunning temples or Kamakura’s historic sites.
I also love guiding in other parts of Japan, especially Kyoto—I’ve seen every World Heritage Site there! Plus, I often run tours in Osaka, Nara, Nagoya, Hikone, and more, all easy to reach by train.
*Customize Your Journey*
Every tour is flexible and designed just for you. To make your trip even more memorable, I’ll create a free, beautifully crafted photo album with music from your tour—perfect for sharing or keeping as a souvenir.
Ready to explore Japan in a fun, relaxed way with someone who’s passionate about showing you the real stories behind every place? Let’s chat and start planning your perfect adventure!
Important
My schedule can be flexible, up to my deadline of works.
I can guide you in any area of Japan, please contact me in advance!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Initial D tour on Mountain Haruna Gunma
Relive the legendary street races of Initial D on a thrilling tour of Mount Haruna (known as Akina in the anime) in Gunma! Drive the iconic five-hairpin downhill course, feeling the spirit of Takumi's AE86 as you navigate the winding mountain roads. Beyond the racing legacy, enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Haruna Lake at the summit and the picturesque views. It's a perfect pilgrimage for fans and a scenic escape for anyone seeking adventure.
Initial D tour on Mountain Haruna Gunma
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The Hidden Gems of Anime and OTAKU culture Lovers Tour in Yokohama & Tokyo
"Ready to dive deep into Tokyo and Yokohama's hidden anime and otaku gems? Forget the usual tourist traps! This isn't just a tour; it's a customizable adventure tailored to your unique interests. Whether you're hunting for elusive collectibles, want to discover quirky themed cafés, or are eager to conquer the best gaming arcades, I'll be your insider guide to the vibrant pulse of Japan's subcultures. Uncover authentic experiences and truly off-the-beaten-path spots that only a local knows!"
The Hidden Gems of Anime and OTAKU culture Lovers Tour in Yokohama & Tokyo
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JDM - Japanese Domestic Market day trip in Yokohama & Tokyo
JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) day trip in Tokyo is an exciting endeavor! Tokyo's car culture is legendary, from sleek street machines to quirky custom builds. Here's a possible itinerary, keeping in mind that the best JDM experiences often happen in the evening or on weekends. This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests.
JDM - Japanese Domestic Market day trip in Yokohama & Tokyo
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Utsunomiya Day Trip: Oya Stone & Gyoza dumpling Adventure !
Utsunomiya is notable for its stonework and gyoza dumpling. It is less than an hour (45mins) from Tokyo on the Shinkansen! When traveling to Utsunomiya from Tokyo with a JR pass, all you need to change trains at Tokyo Station which is in the center of the Tokyo city. Super easy! Utsunomiya, while famous for its gyoza, offers a surprising array of attractions site seeing places. This trip will focusing on a mix of culture, history, and, of course, food - gyoza dumpling!
Utsunomiya Day Trip: Oya Stone & Gyoza dumpling Adventure !
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Adventure road trip to Mt. Fuji from Yokohama
Come on a day trip to the amazing Mountain Fuji area! First, explore Oshino Hakkai. It's a charming old village with a taste of old Japan period. Next, get ready for amazing views of Mount Fuji by the lake! The sights are truly special. If you like, you can even ride a fun swan boat on Lake Yamanaka. It's a nice way to relax and enjoy the scenery. This trip is great for families, couples, and anyone who loves nature. It's a mix of culture and fun, perfect for a memorable day out!
Adventure road trip to Mt. Fuji from Yokohama
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Hiking on Mt. Tsukuba Ibaraki tour
Mt. Tsukuba - One of famous mountains in Japan From old times, it has been said “Mt. Tsukuba in the east and Mt. Fuji in the west." A famous and easy-to-reach mountain in Japan! It has two tops and looks beautiful, sometimes glowing purple color in sun raise and sun set. You can see amazing views of the big Kanto landscape from up high. Don't want to walk? Just take the cable car or ropeway straight to the top. It's a great trip for anyone who loves nature, mountain view beyond Tokyo can see!
Hiking on Mt. Tsukuba Ibaraki tour
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Keiichiro I.
Hello everyone, and welcome to North Kanto area, the land where tradition meets tranquility! I am Keiichiro Izawa, your dedicated tour guide for today's adventure through this culturally rich and naturally stunning prefecture. Born and raised right here in Ibaraki, I have developed a deep connection to its history, heritage, and hidden gems. With a background as an English teacher and translator, I'm here to ensure that every step of our journey is not just informative, but also enjoyable. One of my passions lies in exploring historical sites such as shrines, temples, and castles, where the echoes of the past resonate through time. But don't worry, our exploration won't be limited to just the ancient wonders. I'm also a nature enthusiast, drawn to the majestic mountains and serene beaches that adorn our landscape. And what's a trip without savoring the flavors of the local cuisine? I'll be your culinary guide, leading you to the best-hidden eateries where you can indulge in authentic dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. So buckle up and get ready to immerse yourself in the heart and soul of North Kanto. Let's embark on a journey filled with history, nature, and delicious discoveries!
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Kahoko K.
Hello , my future guests . My name is Kahoko . I live in Tokyo over 30 years with my family , one husband and two kids . I used to work in an airline as a cabin attendant . Naturally , I may have visited your countries myself as you do now . I chose the job because I like traveling and meeting new people . Now I'm so glad to be able to work for foreign visitors as a licensed guide . When I have foreign guests . I'd like to treat them as if they were my home stay guests , and I were their host mother in Tokyo . I do hope their stay in Japan enjoyable and unforgettable . So it's a great pleasure to assist you in some way . So click me if you like . I'm looking forward to meeting you soon .
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Munetaka H.
Hellow everyone! I was born at a small beautiful greenery town in NAGANO prefecture(in the middle of Japan),growing up in OSAKA, now I am living at YOKOHAMA city(harbor city just 20kilimeter from TOKYO) with partly-working at HENEDA airport. Since I was young, I like very much to make my own planned trip all over Japan with chatting with local people, and I had more than nine years experiences stationed at foreign countories,BEIJING, TAIBEI,SINGAPORE and MOSCOW. Currently I have been starting to do guiding for foreign tourists in English & Chinese language mainly for the Kanto area like TOKYO, YOKOHAMA, HAKONE, KAMAKURA, KAWAGOE,KAWASAKI etc. Whatever you have any desires(cuisine,shopping,valiable experience etc) for your attractive Japan trip, I have confidence to try my best to offer my ceative trip proposal within your budget. I really happy to be with you to show the NEW&OLD unique to Japan at each spot. Please let me show you some examples of itinerary as below(you can choose some of them as you like): 1.TOKYO) TSUKIJI FISH MARKET, SENSOJI-temple, MEIJI-shrine,fashion town-OMOTESANDO/HARAJUKU,IMPERIAL-PALACE, NIHONBASHI-with many long established shops more than 100 years,ODAIBA with most advanced echnology& enjpyable play town site. 2.YOKOHAMA) a beautiful havbor view site, SANKEIEN-garden, Ramen noodle museum, China town etc. If you are interested in the famous Japanese painter's open-air-second-house, I show you it only at 1st Saturday of every month. 3.KAMAKURA)Great Budda statue,HOKOKUJI-temple with green tea ceremony experience, to enjoy octopus-rice-cracker getting on ENODEN-local locomotive train/ 4.KAWAGOE) you can time slip to this small EDO town of existed 300 years before. 5.HAKONE)Let's experience the active volcano with eating hot spring made boiled-egg, enjoy lake-cruising, sculpture museum& traditional Shinto-shrine of Edo era and view Mt. Fuji, if we are lucky. 6.Special trip)this is my special arragement three months before offered by Japan big companies's SCR activity,like beer factory, auto mobile factory,dumpling factory etc ,pleae contact me three months before. 7.NIKKO) TOSHOUGU-shrine 8.KAWASAKI) If you disembark at DAIKOKU PIRE from cruising, I can show you the Japanese open-air fork houses with experience of dying clothes etc. 您们好!出生在長野县成長在大阪, 住在横滨,工作在東京羽田机场的日本人。 我,從小就很喜欢(❤ ω ❤)旅行跟各种各样的人说活。還有欣賞” 能乐”演出追求日本傳統文化的深奥,因此也深入研究做出”能乐”用的面具。在大学主修中文之后,進入社會已累績了三十多年的工作经验。 曾被派駐過中国北京,台灣,新加坡,俄国等國家受到各個國家朋友們的大力幫助。 现在,我,趁着2020年將舉辦東京夏季奧運會的機會,為各個国家的朋友們用中文和英文介绍一东京,横濱,镰仓,箱根,川越,川崎为主的关东地方。 例如,1,東京筑地市场,东京最古老的神社/浅草寺,东京最大的明治神宫,时装圣地的原宿/表参道,日本象征的天皇起居的皇居/原来的江户城堡,有很多老字号店铺的日本橋,有科学方面尖端技术的台场等地。2,明治维新后发达的离东京半个小时到达的横滨未来港口城市包括三溪园日本传统的庭园,在日本唯一独二的新横滨的拉面博物馆。 3,高为12米大佛的鎌倉,可享受在竹林里喝抹茶的报国寺,同时一起乘坐“江之电车”欣赏海边风景而吃到“章鱼仙贝”吧! 4.被叫做“小江户”的川越。 5,用一天的时间来去看富士山,箱根神社,泸之湖,大涌谷,6,最近我开始安排日本大企业所做的社会贡献活动‘参观工厂’,相信参观工厂也是对各位很有意思的体验,请在3个月以前跟我联络。 非常期待能取得与您的進一步联系,共同探索日本深奧的文化,精緻的藝術及分明的四季之美。
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