test ride on mine, scared

my car and travel trailer heading for north

hill climbing in Hakuba with wife

at bike touring

with my dog, walking in a shrine

while snow shoeing in Sugadaira

one spring day in memory with sakura

Joined 2025

Jay K.

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About Tour Guide Jay K.

Hello there! I'm Jay from Saitama, north of Tokyo.

I am 67 years old now, a retired person since August 2025. Before retirement, I worked for American, German and Indian companies for years in a streak within the automotive industry. My family members are wife, son (born in Texas), daughter (born in Illinois) and my dog.

Now taking an advantage of my cross cultural job background and capacity, I am wanting to make more friends from every corner of the globe in a different way. The world is getting smaller and smaller. And I am excited about it.

Traveling around from coast to coast in the country is my preferred pastime as well. So, I can tell know what the tourists are expecting.

In addition, I love to ride my Harley for fun and adventure. Kind of outdoor person anyway.

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Since I am running my own business on casual basis, I may need some time in advance to adjust my plan and schedule.

In addition, I am also a frequent domestic traveler. So, there may be a tendency of my delaying response to your inquiry. Please forgive me if such delay bothers and troubles you. I will try to respond in a timely manner though.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

Washi making (traditional Japanese paper pulping) and sake brewery experience and more

I will drive you out to a countryside scenery tour. Your experience will include 'washi (Japanese traditional paper) making' and 'sake tasting at the brewery with lunch'. We may also visit 'an old Buddhism temple' as well as a shopping mall if time slot allows. Before jumping onto a train back to Tokyo in the evening, we will drop by a Yakitori bar for a couple of beers and foods. Enjoy the deep Saitama culture.

Washi making (traditional Japanese paper pulping) and sake brewery experience and more

FROM$366/ per group

Saitama

10 hours

Washi making (traditional Japanese paper pulping) and sake brewery experience and more

I will drive you out to a countryside scenery tour. Your experience will include 'washi (Japanese traditional paper) making' and 'sake tasting at the brewery with lunch'. We may also visit 'an old Buddhism temple' as well as a shopping mall if time slot allows. Before jumping onto a train back to Tokyo in the evening, we will drop by a Yakitori bar for a couple of beers and foods. Enjoy the deep Saitama culture.

Washi making (traditional Japanese paper pulping) and sake brewery experience and more

FROM$366/ per group

Jay K.

Date

People

Available Areas

Saitama (Living)

Languages

English

Response Time

4 hours on average

Availability Updated

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