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Joined 2025
Hitomi K.
Available Areas
Saitama (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
Less than an hour
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Hitomi K.
Hi, I’m Hitomi.
I was born and raised on a small, beautiful island in Japan. Growing up there has instilled in me a deep appreciation for beautiful places and an insatiable curiosity about the world.
After working in the private sector in Tokyo for many years, I transitioned into a national government tour guide in 2017. Volunteering at the golf course during the 2021 Tokyo Olympics was an absolute blast!
I’ve had the privilege of leading a wide range of tours, from visits to shrines and temples to immersive experiences in anime, pop culture, food tasting, geisha experiences, and Japanese calligraphy. These tours have taken place at some incredible locations within and around Tokyo. I’m particularly passionate about showcasing the hidden gems of the Kanto region, including Tokyo, Saitama, and Nikko.
In addition to my tour guiding, I’m also a Japanese Calligraphy master, having honed my skills since kindergarten. It brings me immense joy to share this rich Japanese culture with international guests, and I’m thrilled to continue sharing my passion for Japan with even more people!
Important
I can guide you Omote Sando, Harajuku, Meijj
Gingu, Imperial Palace, Yanaka, Kappabashi area if you pay my transportation fee.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
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Kawagoe, Koedo (little Edo), nostalgic town exploring, Half Day Tour
Koedo has preserved a seventeenth-century atmosphere that was regarded as the major city of the Tokugawa government. The area is dotted with buildings and related temples from that era. Not only are they historical, but they are also a fun way to stroll around town while enjoying a ready-made edible treat. You can learn Tokugawa family cherished temple called Kitain, then "Kashiya Yokocyo" aka, Candy alley, Bell Tower, and stroll the warehouse-style street.
Kawagoe, Koedo (little Edo), nostalgic town exploring, Half Day Tour
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Totoro Forest in Sayama Hills Explore, Half day Tour
The Sayama Hills have been considered a model for the setting of My Neighbor Totoro. To preserve this forest from development, the land has been purchased and designated as Totoro Forest. There are over 50 locations, and wooden Totoro signboards have been erected on the designated land. Visiting these signboard spots is fun like a stamp rally of trains. First, meet Big Totoro at Kurosuke's House (office of the Totoro Foundation) and then stroll through the forest in search of the signboards!
Totoro Forest in Sayama Hills Explore, Half day Tour
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