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Joined 2018
Masatoshi M.
Available Areas
Fukuoka (Living), Saga
Languages
English
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
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 work as an English guide approximately 130 days a year.
My wife is physically disabled, and I usually care for her.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, I receive home care and bathing services, so I am unable to go out during the day as I have to prepare for and clean up afterwards.
I am available to guide on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. I can take up to four people sightseeing in my private car.
I am available at any time during evening tours, such as YATAI tours.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Please ask me first. If it is possible.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
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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, Home-made GYOZA, Omelet, Grilled RAMEN, and other local foods.
HAKATA YATAI Stall Tour(Street food)
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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.
Full day Fukuoka city tour
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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
A Fukuoka's Old Town "Hakata walking tour"
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Visit to NANZOIN Temple by car
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.
Visit to NANZOIN Temple by car
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Yanagawa rafting and Dazaifu Tenmangu day trip by car
In the morning, we will go down the Yanagawa River, and in the afternoon we will visit Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. I will guide you using my own car. Yanagawa: going down the river in Yanagawa is a moat tour. It makes seven turns and seven circuits before descending. Dazaifu Tenmangu is a shrine built over the grave of Michizane Sugawara venerated by the Japanese throughout the country as the Tenman-Tenjin(the deified sprit of Michizane), or the God of literature or calligraphy.
Yanagawa rafting and Dazaifu Tenmangu day trip by car
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Day trip to ITOSHIMA, a suburb of Fukuoka city by car
Day trip to ITOSHIMA, a suburb of Fukuoka city You can enjoy the rustic countryside scenery and nature. In my private car, I will take you to Raizan Kannon, Shiraito Falls, Keya seafood restaurant (or Oyster Hut in winter), Keya Beach Drive, Futamigaura, Ichiran Ramen Itoshima Factory, and Ito Saisai Farmers Market.
Day trip to ITOSHIMA, a suburb of Fukuoka city by car
Reviews
Gayle T.
“Itoshima tour”
If you are looking for an English speaking guide, Morry is the best! He customized our trip and everything was planned perfectly. Morry is very knowledgeable and also entertained us with his magic tricks. We highly recommend this tour with Morry as your guide.
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Masatoshi M.
I'm glad you had a good time. I enjoyed being with you. Please let me know when you come to Fukuoka again.
Wynne L.
“Autumn leaves viewing at Kiyomizu-dera Temple Honbo Garden”
Morry gave us a perfect day in Fukuoka. He was punctual, professional, and so much fun. He managed a smooth tour for all eight of us. We saw everything at a relaxed pace and were even treated to his clever magic tricks. The entire experience was smooth, fun, and utterly memorable. Highly recommend!
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for leaving a wonderful review. The weather was nice that day, and we were able to enjoy the autumn leaves at the temple. We look forward to seeing you again if the opportunity arises. Morry
Vadim S.
“Authentic Yatai Experience with a Fantastic Guide”
I joined the Yatai stall tour on my own and had such a memorable evening thanks to Morry. He knows Fukuoka inside and out, and it really showed in the places he chose — each stop had its own character, great food, and stories behind it. Even as a solo traveler I felt completely comfortable and included, and I enjoyed hearing his perspectives on the city’s history and daily life. If you want a relaxed, authentic introduction to Fukuoka’s nightlife and local culture, this tour is an excellent choice.
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. If you have the opportunity to come to Fukuoka again, there are plenty of other places worth visiting, so I hope you'll check it out.
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Masazumi T.
Explore Fukuoka with a Friendly Local Guide! Hi, I’m Masa T. — a passionate and experienced local guide based in Fukuoka. Over the past 6 years, I’ve had the pleasure of guiding more than 1,100 travelers from the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia as a volunteer guide. My goal is simple: to help you discover the best of Fukuoka through fun, personalized, and flexible tours. I have created many tour courses based on my local knowledge and interests, and I’m also happy to offer customized tours tailored to your specific preferences and schedule. I studied in the U.S. for 1 year and 8 months, and later worked as a manager at a major Japanese company, where I collaborated with engineers from various countries. I then served as a director of a group company for 7 years. These experiences have helped me connect easily with people from all over the world. After exploring, I’d be happy to introduce you to some of the best local restaurants, where you can enjoy Sushi, Tempura, Sukiyaki, Ramen, Teppanyaki, and more. Let’s make unforgettable memories together in Fukuoka! Drawing on my background in international projects and leadership positions, I strive to provide tours that are both enjoyable and insightful for my guests." I participated in a five-day international convention organized by the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations in Fukuoka, attended by approximately 600 tour guides from around 50 countries, where I attended professional seminars and exchanged knowledge with guides from around the world.
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Kazue I.
Hi! I am Kazue. I am from Fukuoka and live in the central city. I spent almost 20 years traveling around the world as a cabin attendant. Meeting different people, different cultures and eating local food were best things in my career. This experience definitely widened my perspective and will help me in some way when I work as a guide. Since I spent half my life outside of Japan, I noticed our culture and traditions are very unique and became more interested in historical sites in Japan. For my personal life, I am a mom of twins. It is still a hard work but I am enjoying a lot with them. We take them around Kyushu whenever possible for their fun and experience. We all love traveling after all. I am looking forward to showing you around our hometown soon!
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Tac K.
I was borne and raised in Fukuoka. I'm retired last year, and now slowly enjoying life. Before retireing, I work for IT related services for over 4 decades. My job roles were programmer, System Engineer, IT department Manager and IT project manager, additionally Internal Auditor. But, I feel it's a long time ago. I'm not a sporty person. I prefer reading books(Manga & novels) and listening music. Especially, I like Taiyou Matsumoto's commic & Tatsurou Yamashita's pop music. I also like outdoor activities like camping, jogging and chairing. Especially, enjoyning chairing. (Taking a folding chair and walk to the beach, which is 15 minutes away, and just relax.) I want to communicate with many people through the Japan as it is.
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