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Tour Guide - Richard G.

Joined 2025

Richard G.

5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
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Available Areas

Kanazawa

Languages

English (Native), Japanese

Response Time

13 hours on average

Availability Updated

3 days ago

About Tour Guide Richard G.

Hi, thanks for checking out my profile! I'm Richard, originally from England and now living in Kanazawa, Japan. I've been here for four years and have grown to love this amazing city and the surrounding Ishikawa prefecture.


With help from my wife and her family, who were born and raised in Kanazawa, I’ve discovered not only the famous sights and places to eat and shop, but also some of the lesser-known hidden gems. Whether you're into history, food, gaming, art, or shopping, there's something here for everyone. I'd love to help you explore it all!


Interested in local history and culture? Keen to try incredible hidden food spots? Want to shop for records, fashion and quirky items? Got a craving to go hunting for retro and/or modern video games? I have you covered!


I also have a 7-seater car, so I can take you to exciting places beyond Ishikawa if you're up for it!


Reach out and ask me anything, I am always happy to help!

Important

I’m based in Kanazawa but can take you anywhere in the Ishikawa, Toyama, Gifu, or Fukui areas. If you have a specific itinerary or destination in mind that isn’t listed in my current tours, feel free to contact me. I’d be happy to create a custom package tailored to your interests.

Tours

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

Categories

Car Tour (driving guide)
Car Tour (driving guide)

Reviews

The very best Guide

Our family [5adults] really enjoyed Richard's english accent, whilst describing what we were seeing. We couldn't have done all we did, without him. Richard accommodated Aunty Vi, reducing her walking, by racing back to get the car. Truly, the best guide we had in Japan. if you are on a short trip 3 weeks like us, we Highly recommend a great guide as difficult to understand how to get to places & you need the narrative to understand.

Debra B.

Richard G.

Thank you so much, Debra, for your review. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and your family. I’m very glad you all enjoyed the tour and that Aunty Vi was comfortable throughout. I truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and I hope the rest of your trip was just as memorable.

“Unbearably” amazing experience

We had a wonderful day exploring the amazing world heritage villages around Shirakawa-go. Richard was a well-prepared informative and interesting guide, whose enthusiasm was infectious and who had a boundless patience and understanding when my autistic daughters became overwhelmed. He took our safety seriously and wore his bear bell at every stop. We felt like we had spent the day with a friend.

Rose E.

Richard G.

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was wonderful spending the day with you all in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. You are a lovely family with a great sense of humour, and you made the day feel more like an outing with friends than a tour. I am glad you enjoyed the bell. It certainly helps to keep things bearable, even when the mountains get lively! I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you need any help or advice. Warm regards, Richard

Very enjoyable half day with Richard

Richard is one of the most informative and knowledgeable tour guides that we had the pleasure to spend time with. The tour was tailored to our request, with Richard driving us to certain locations. Hearing his firsthand knowledge of local culture as a Brit with a Japanese family living in Kanazawa was invaluable. We would highly recommend him for your tailored tour. Valérie and Mike

Mike W.

Richard G.

Thank you so much, Valérie and Mike, for your wonderful review. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you both and tailoring the tour to your interests. I’m so glad you enjoyed exploring the area and hearing about life here in Kanazawa. Your kind words mean a great deal, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Wishing you both all the best for the rest of your travels in Japan! Warm regards, Richard

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