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Tour Guide - Yoshiharu S.

Joined 2015

Yoshiharu S.

4.79 / 5
(61 reviews)
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Available Areas

Fukuoka (Living), Oita, Saga

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Languages

English, Japanese (Native)

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Response Time

8 hours on average

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About Tour Guide Yoshiharu S.

Hello, everyone! I am Yoshiharu, a national certified tour guide. Fukuoka is my birthplace, so I have a close attachment to this region. Though you may not be familiar with the name of Fukuoka, I assure you that Fukuoka will provide new discovery and pleasure to your stay in Japan.

I have a passion to introduce my country and regions from many points of views. Japan is a country which offers original culture and history. On the other hand, Japan has another attractiveness represented by advanced toilets with many functions, hotels with robot receptionists and so on.

The co-existing society with the image of old Japan and the present Japan with high technology definitely make Japan a more attractive place.


Not only take you to sightseeing spots and give you some explanations, but also I will help you to learn much more deeply about Japan and Japanese people, their way of thinking and lifestyle.


In Addition to the tour guide license, I have received the qualification of international kikisake-shi,.sake sommelier.


I will do my best to make your stay in Japan more memorable in a fun way. Let’s go out for new adventures together!


(NOTE)

I am not a land operator. It means that I don't make reservations for vans, buses, accommodations and other things for you except I think it is indispensable for me.

I can give you some advice but, for example, if you want to charter a van for your travel, please contact taxi companies and make a reservation by yourselves.

If you have difficulties doing it that way, please contact GoWithGuide or land operators in Japan and your country.

Thank you for your understanding.

Tours

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

Fukuoka One day City Exploring Tourcover image

Fukuoka One day City Exploring Tour

Fukuoka
6 hours

In this tour, we will visit some famous sightseeing spots in the city by using subway, major transportation here. We will visit Kushida-Shrine and Tocho-ji Temple in the historical area of Fukuoka, where some temples and shrines are closely located. Also we will visit Ohori Park and Fukuoka Tower, which are the symbols of present Fukuoka. Through this tour, you can see traditional & modern aspects of Fukuoka.

FROM$92/ per group
Fun Boat Ride in Yanagawa, enjoy a day trip to countryside cover image

Fun Boat Ride in Yanagawa, enjoy a day trip to countryside

Fukuoka
7 hours

There are some places that you can enjoy boat ride throughout Japan, but I definitely say Yanagawa boat ride is the most famous and popular one. You can enjoy the unique view and atmosphere from the boat and it must be one of the good memories during your stay in Japan. In addition to the boat ride, we will visit 2 different Japanese houses. One was a big architecture for the feudal load and another was a small house for a samurai retainer. Enjoy local tour and have fun.

FROM$197/ per group
Invitation to the world of Geisha and Tea ceremonycover image

Invitation to the world of Geisha and Tea ceremony

Fukuoka
5 hours

In this tour, you can experience a traditional culture of Japan with your five senses. The highlight of this tour is placed on the meeting with Geisha. Not only appreciation of their professional skills, but you can have an opportunity to play a traditional games and have a picture with them. Another unique experience is to drink a matcha tea at a old-fashioned Japanese house. Don't miss this chance if you are interested in traditional Japanese culture.

FROM$151/ per person

Reviews

Fukuoka City Tour

Mr Yoshiharu is a great and professional guide. I highly recommend!

Anna  J.

Thank you so much for such a nice comment. It was a short stay but I hope that everyone enjoyed the stay in Fukuoka. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

J

Janice Q.

5 / 5
Oct 22, 2024

Fukuoka One day City Exploring Tour

Fukuoka
6 hours

Great tour guide

Yoshi is an excellent tour guide. His English is very good and he was very informative. We had a lot of rain in the morning and he had to make adjustments to our itinerary according to the weather. We highly recommend him as a tour guide in Fukuoka. Thank you, Yoshi!

Janice Q.

Thank you so much for your feedback. We were not blessed with good weather, but I hope that you enjoyed the visit to Fukuoka. Please enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan and convey my best regards to everyone of your group. Thank you.

Joanne B.

Joanne B.

5 / 5
Oct 17, 2024

Nagasaki Highlights

Nagasaki
8 hours

Customized

Great overview of a wonderful city

Yoshi brought us to the city highlights of Nagasaki. We first went up the ropeway to get a wonderful overview of the city so we could see where we were headed for the day. Next stop centered around the atomic bomb history and peace efforts. Then on to shopping district for lunch and then Glover Garden. Overall we were very happy with the tour and really enjoyed Yoshi’s narrative!

Joanne B.

Thank you very much for such a nice comment. The weather was not so comfortable for us on that day, but I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and I am happy if our short tour could give you a sense of accomplishment.

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