Joined 2018
Masatoshi M.
Available Areas
Fukuoka (Living), Saga
Languages
English
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
5 days ago
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About Tour Guide Masatoshi M.
I had worked for the Japan's biggest travel agency JTB (Japan Travel Bureau) for 35 years as a tour escort for Japanese.
I visited 68 countries and of course all over Japan as well. So I’m familiar with almost all of the tourist attractions in Japan.
More over I’m also a professional magician now. I’m a member magician of The Magic Castle in Hollywood in US. That's why I made a decision to become an English tour guide.
I acquired a tour guide license issued by the Japanese government with a lot of hard work in 2016 and I started from the following year.
I guided 1,420 people with 17 groups totaly in 2017and 1,600 people in 1018.
Through long work for travel business, I was assigned to excursions of all over Japan, such as Sapporo, Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Okinawa and others, which gave me intimate knowledge about most places in the country.
In addition, I am adept in business fields and knowledgeable about historical sites, traditional culture and modern subcultures in Japan.
My wife is a disabled person with an intractable disease who needs 24-hour nursing care.
Our daughter takes care of my wife while I am guiding.
Even if my schedule is free, I may not be able to take the tour on days when my daughter cannot cooperate.
Please ask me first. If it is possible.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
HAKATA YATAI Stall Tour（Street food）
In Fukuoka, YATAI food stalls appear here and there at night (around 6 pm). At the food stalls, you can enjoy ODEN, handmade GYOZA, Omelet, RAMEN, and other local foods.
Visit to NANZOIN Temple
The guardian deity Fudo Myoo and the 41m (or 134 ft) long bronze reclining Budda statue are must-sees In Japan, Buddhism and Shinto coexist. I will explain the coexistence of the two religions.
Full day Fukuoka city tour
We will visit Major tourist spots in Fukuoka city, Fukuoka Tower, Kushida Shrie (related with Yamakasa Festival), Tochouji Temple (the first temple Kobodaishi Kukai built) and Fukuoka Castle ruins.
A Fukuoka's Old Town "Hakata walking tour"
JOTENJI Temple: The birthplace of udon and soba TOCHOJI Temple: The first temple built by the high priest Kukai. The five-storied pagoda and 11m tall wooden Buddha statue are a must-see. KUSHIDA Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka, and the summer festival "Yamakasa" is held once a year. KAWABATA Shopping Arcade Street：the old-fashioned
Yanagawa rafting and Dazaifu Tenmangu day trip
In the morning, we will go down the Yanagawa River, and in the afternoon we will visit Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Use the Dazaifu/Yanagawa sightseeing ticket.
Fukuoka's new town, "Fukuoka tour"
MOMOCHI Seaside Park: Fukuoka Tower Enjoy panoramic views of the city from a height of 123 meters (or 400 feet). OHORI Park, an artificial lake that is part of the moat. You can also enjoy the Japanese garden here.
Reviews
Ayumi M.
Street Food Yatai, Izakaya and Bar Tour
Customized
“An amazing guide we've ever had! ”
素晴らしい屋台ツアーでした！ ガイドのモーリーさんは非常に親切で、博多の屋台文化について詳しく教えてくださいました。各屋台での料理の説明がわかりやすく、特に焼きラーメンや餃子がとても美味しかったです。さらに、モーリーさんのマジックはとても楽しく、ツアーに素晴らしいひとときを加えてくれました。地元の人々との交流も楽しめて、特別な体験になりました。心から感謝しています。また博多を訪れた際は、モーリーさんにまたやってもらいたいです！ It was a wonderful Yatai food tour! Our guide, Morry, was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about Hakata's street food culture. His explanations of the dishes at each stall were clear and easy to understand, and the yaki ramen and gyoza were particularly delicious.Additionally, his magic tricks were impressive and added a fun touch to the experience. I also enjoyed the chance to interact with local people, making it a special experience. I truly appreciate it! When I visit Hakata again, I would love to have Morry as my guide once again!
Masatoshi M.
(16 reviews)お忙しい中、レビューを頂きありがとうございました。 屋台文化そして料理を楽しんで頂けて幸いです。 又、博多にお越しください。 Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm glad you enjoyed the food and yatai culture. I hope you'll come visit Hakata again.
“Fukuoka No. 1 guide”
Morry San is an exceptional tour guide, knowledgeable, witty, and meticulous in every detail. His warm-hearted nature made the travel experience truly enjoyable, offering rich insights into Fukuoka's history and culture. Highly recommended without hesitation!!
Masatoshi M.
(16 reviews)Sungwon San Thank you for choosing me to be your English guide this time. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in Fukuoka. Now you already know the difference between Hakata and Fukuoka, the meaning of the samurai's topknot, the meaning of the tower on top of the five-story pagoda, the difference between portraits of warriors facing right and left, and the etiquette for visiting shrines. Please come to Fukuoka, Japan again. I look forward to seeing you again. And now Arigatou gozaimasu.
“Professional, Friendly & Well presented! No worries when you go with Morry!!”
One of a kind top class service by an experienced local tour guide! Very professional in taking care of us. Kids and adults were entertained by his wonderful magic tricks! Most importantly we had a "mission" to complete and Morry was able to transport us safely to our destination. We've learned a lot from this trip, well prepared and educational! I would not hesitate to book Morry! Definitely a national treasure of a tour guide! Hopefully we'll meet again! No worries when you go with Morry!
Masatoshi M.
(16 reviews)Jack-San I was very happy to go to Yamaguchi with you and guide you today. It was a miracle that it didn't rain even though the weather forecast said 100% rain. I felt something special at the Shrien. And thank you for your great feedback. I will contact you when I return to Gold Coast. I hope you have a safe and comfortable flight home. Morry
