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Joined 2018
Kyoko I.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Hakone, Kamakura
Languages
English, Burmese
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Kyoko I.
Hello, my name is Kyoko. I am a National licensed tour guide.
After graduating from college in the United States, I worked as an editor for an international in-flight magazine. It gave me the opportunity to travel to many countries, including Europe, America, Asia and Mid East, to gather research for my articles.
I live in Tokyo with my family, I sing in a local chorus group and I enjoy cooking Asian food like Indian, Thai, Burmese and Korean food.
Being a tour guide for group or private tours, I get to meet people and learn about different cultures from all over the world. It has become my most favorite thing to do.
I am very enthusiastic about sharing my Japanese culture and hospitality to make your travel experience memorable.
As your guide, I will show you the beauty of Japan!
Important
I may be on a long tour in Japan and my calendar may not be updated. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Tokyo Private Walking Tours Customized For You
Tokyo has a long history and the charm of both traditional and modern. You can experience both with me! This is a completely tailor-made tour just for you. I listed popular places to visit below and please let me know 2 – 3 places you would like to visit. I will make your itinerary for you to experience real Tokyo. If you love the plan of doing a walking tour while in Tokyo, but prefer a tailor-made itinerary, I would be happy to design an perfect tour for you!
Tokyo Private Walking Tours Customized For You
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6 hours Tokyo Private Walking Tours Customized For You.
Tokyo has a long history and the charm of both traditional and modern. You can experience both with me! This is a completely tailor-made tour just for you. I listed popular places to visit below and please let me know 1 – 2 places you would like to visit. I will make your itinerary for you to experience real Tokyo. If you love the plan of doing a walking tour while in Tokyo, but prefer a tailor-made itinerary, I would be happy to design an perfect tour for you.
6 hours Tokyo Private Walking Tours Customized For You.
Reviews
Rachna A.
“Amazing tour”
Kyoko-san is an amazing guide. She picked us up on time at our Hotel and made a great customized itinery with all our shopping requests. We totally enjoyed the day (and the crepes). Her English is impeccable! She was patient , funny and very kind-hearted. Highly recommend Kyoko-san.
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Kyoko I.
Thank you so much for your kind and generous review. It truly made my day to read your lovely words. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the customized shopping itinerary and that the day met your expectations. I was especially touched when you told me that the list of Jirai-kei fashion shops had been prepared by your daughter without knowing about the trip, and that you made this tour a birthday gift for her. You are such a wonderful mother, Rachna-san, and it was a joy for me to see your daughter’s big smile throughout the day. Thank you again for choosing my tour and for taking the time to write such a thoughtful recommendation. I hope your wonderful memories of Japan stay with you for a long time, and I would be delighted to guide you again if you return in the future. Warm regards, Kyoko
Fatima H.
“Best guide ever!”
She is the best, so fun and adapting the plan to our requirements. Choose her you won’t be disappointed!
Kyoko I.
Dear Fatima-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Guiding you and your group was truly a pleasure. I was completely charmed by your warm and friendly personality, and the time we spent together has remained vivid in my memory. I’m truly grateful for the chance to share such a memorable day with all of you, and I hope our paths will cross again on another journey.
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Joe C.
“Book your next tour with Kyoko ”
Our tour with Kyoko was perfect. She worked with my family and I to sculpt the perfect tour of Tokyo. She was kind, gentle, and very informed. She had printed visual references and lots of answers to our questions at the Imperial Palace. Her English is great. She lived in the US for a few years. But above that, she has a kind and gentle spirit which touched my family’s heart. We are so grateful for the time we spent with Kyoko.
Kyoko I.
Dear Joe, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. The sparkling time I spent with you, Jenny and your children is truly a treasure to me. I was so happy that all of you listened patiently to my stories such as the Shoguns and Emperors. Your son and daughter, raised by such warm and kind parents, I was so impressed by how sharp, thoughtful, and friendly your children were — our conversations were lively and full of fun! Though it was only half a day, it flew by, and your family’s smiles have stayed in my heart. I truly hope we’ll meet again someday. And thank you for the great sushi lunch, too!! Thank you for choosing me as your guide!
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Koichiro Y.
Hello! I’m Koichiro. Please call me “Yamasan”. It derives from my family name and my friends call me so. I worked for a machinery company as a project manager and engineer for mechanical and electrical construction projects both domestic and overseas for over 35 years. I recall my first overseas project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia when I was 26, and the second was in Singapore. I visited many countries for surveys, meetings, commissioning, project handing over, and so on. In 2014 at the age of 60, I decided to retire from the company and live the expected further 30 years of life with a new career and experiences. I, then, studied translation and guide interpretation. I passed the national examination for licensed guides (English) in 2015 and registered with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government in February 2016. Until now, I have been guiding many beautiful guests mainly to popular sightseeing spots such as Asakusa, Tsukiji, Omote-Sando, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Tokyo Skytree, and also cultural experiences of Origami making, Furoshiki wrapping, and Sushi cooking. I am happy that I can freely arrange a customized tour together with you, or can propose my tours to you. I want to show you some parts of daily Tokyo life and introduce you to Bunkyo City which is located in the heart of Tokyo, just north of Chiyoda City where the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station are. The city is Tokyo’s typical residential and academic area where I was born, grew up, and live a happy life now. Now, we can tour around the world but have not yet overcome COVID-19 completely. Recently, the number of passengers wearing masks on public transportation in Tokyo reduced to some 25% but we should mind about it still. Please carry your mask to wear it where or when necessary (December 2024, Yamasan).
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Yoshi S.
Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I’m married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy. I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!
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Grant A.
Important note: I am currently not able to take new customers after the end of March, 2026. My name is Grant, and I’ve spent over a decade living and exploring Japan. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, I first came to Japan as a high school exchange student in Inuyama, a historic castle town in Aichi. My love for Japan began early—sparked by childhood games like Pokémon that were released in Japanese before English. That early curiosity grew into a lifelong passion for Japanese language, culture, and history. I hold an N2 on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, a degree in Asian Studies from a Tokyo university, and I graduated from the Japan Visual Media Translation Academy. I’ve visited all 47 prefectures and explored a wide range of historical sites, shrines, and castles throughout the country. My background in Japanese history helps me provide context that brings depth and meaning to the places we visit—whether it's understanding a centuries-old temple in Kyoto, the story behind a castle ruin, or uncovering the historical layers of a Tokyo neighborhood. If you’re planning to explore Tokyo, here are some tour options to consider: One day in Tokyo? The Ginza Line Tour offers a great introduction to the city’s highlights. Two days? Pair the East Tokyo Tour and West Tokyo Tour to get a well-rounded experience. Interested in anime? The Anime Tour is flexible and can be tailored to match your specific interests. For those looking to go beyond the city, I also offer day trips to Nikko, Kamakura, and other nearby destinations. Full-Day Tour: 40,000 yen (8 hours) Full-Day Tour Outside of Tokyo: 40,000 yen + transportation Feel free to get in touch to plan a tour that fits your interests and travel plans.
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