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Joined 2018
Shinya E.
Available Areas
Chiba (Living), Kamakura, Nikko, Tokyo, Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
15 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Shinya E.
Hi, I am Shinya, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I was born in Tokyo and brought up there. I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years. Since I am a Tokyoite, I am able to give you precious information about places which are not written on ordinary guide books. I would like to support you to make your trip in Japan much more fun and wonderful! I want to make you smile, surprise and happy throurgh the tour!
One of my favorite things to do is to see architecuture designed by famous architecs, such as Kuma Kengo, and Ando Tadao. I also like to see art works, such as paintings, Ukiyoe woodblock prints, and tea bowls, and something like that.
Lastly, I love tennis very much. I have been playing tennis for more than 40 years! I also love to watch tennis game! I have visited Melbourne in Australia to see the Australinan Open Tennis in 2020 just before Corona Pandemic. I visited New York to see the U.S. Open Tennis last summer in 2023.
Let's enjoy exploring Japan!
I look forward to seeing you in Japan!
Shinya
Important
Please see the calendar for availability.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Akihabara Walking Tour
Akihabara is famous for its Japan's largest electric appliance shopping district. On the other hand, this district is also the center of subculture. You will be able to enjoy watching efficiently a variety of shops specialized in manga/comics, figurines, animated films, and something like that. You will also enjoy a maid cafe where the maids are dressed in cute maid costumes. You will also enjoy animals cafe such as hedgehogs and owls. These unique cafes originated in Akihabara!
Akihabara Walking Tour
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One-Day Must-See Sites Tour in Tokyo
You will visit three historical sites in Tokyo; Meiji Jingu Shinto Shrine, one of the most prestigious shrines in Japan, Senso-ji Buddhist Temple, the oldest and the largest temple in Tokyo, and the Imperial Palace, where the Emperor and Empress residence. You will learn about the differences between Japan's two major religions, Shinto and Buddhism, and various other topics related to shrines and temples. You will enjoy watching a beatutiful garden (East Garden of the Imperial Palace).
One-Day Must-See Sites Tour in Tokyo
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Mt. Fuji, Hakone, & Lake Ashi - One Day Tour from Tokyo
You visit some major spots in Hakone from Tokyo. You will enjoy seeing a breathtaking beautiful Mt.Fuji from Lake Ashi and other sites. You will also enjoy a lot of transportation, such as Shinkansen bullet train, cable car, rope way, mountain train, Hakone Tozan Railway, and visit Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, and other sightseeing sites. You are able to add hot spring as a tour course, if you would like to soak in a hot spring, since Hakone is a hot spring resort area.
Mt. Fuji, Hakone, & Lake Ashi - One Day Tour from Tokyo
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Omotesando Walking Architecture Tour in Tokyo
Omotesando is a rare place where famous architects from around the world have competed in architectural design. There are many buildings by Pritzker Prize winners. Omotesando has been a center of fashion. On this tour, You are able to see 19 fascinating buildings in total designed by famous architects from all over the world efficiently. If you like to see architectures, this is the perfect tour for you. You can efficiently walk around to see many nice buildings designed by famous architects.
Omotesando Walking Architecture Tour in Tokyo
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A Half-Day Must-See Sites Tour In Tokyo
You wiil be able to visit 2 or 3 popular sightseeing places in Tokyo. Here, I recommend going 3 suggested tours for you. Plan A: Meiji Jingu Shrine/ Harajuku, Takeshita Street, Omotesando/ Shibuya Scramble Intersection & Faithful dog Hachi statue. Plan B: Tsukiji FIsh Market (Outer market)/ Ginza/ Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa, Plan C: Akihabara/ Ueno/ Kanei-ji Temple. Whichever plan you choose, you will be able to visit the popular sightseeing destinations in the most efficiently way.
A Half-Day Must-See Sites Tour In Tokyo
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Matsumoto Castle; One-DayTour from Tokyo
Matsumoto Castle is listed as a National Treasure of Japan, and is one of the twelve remaining original Tenshu (the keep) in Japan. It was built in the sixteenth century. You are able to enter the inside of the castle and go up to the top of the floor! The castle is painted with black lacquer. The reason for using black lacquer is to protect the castle from fire.The beautiful Northern Alps can be seen from the castle tower. You will also enjoy strolling around the Matsumoto city!
Matsumoto Castle; One-DayTour from Tokyo
Reviews
Peter D.
“Great introduction of Japan”
Shinay met us in the hotel lounge, where we were warmly welcomed. It was our first day in Japan, so we chose to spend it with a guide who would not only show us buildings featuring both traditional and modern architecture but also introduce us to Japanese culture and customs. It was a truly wonderful day. We really enjoyed Shinay’s expert explanations regarding several remarkable buildings and Japanese culture. We couldn't have wished for a better start to our three-week trip through Japan.
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Shinya E.
Dear Peter, Thank you so much for your review. It was good to know you and your wife. I had a wonderful time with you, too, since you like to watch cool & nice buildings. Your preference is as same as my preference: to watch cool architecture! Please have a nice trip in Japan and see you again in Japan. Shinya
Meg P.
“A Wonderful Guide Who Brought Tokyo to Life”
We had a wonderful experience with Shinya E. in Japan! He was incredibly respectful, knowledgeable and thoughtful throughout our customized tour of Omotesando. He took us on an amazing walking tour that included the beautiful Meiji Jingu Shrine, Nezu Museum, and Tokyo National Museum. His knowledge and storytelling brought each location to life, giving us a much deeper appreciation for the history, architecture, art, and culture of Tokyo. What made the experience especially memorable was his warm and personal approach. He made every place feel special and helped us see these incredible locations in a completely different way. We absolutely loved our time with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, respectful and engaging guide in Japan. He truly helped make our visit unforgettable!
Shinya E.
Hello Meg, Thank you so much for the wonderful review you wrote. To be honest, I was deeply moved when I read it. Thank you so much. As your guide, I’m truly delighted that you enjoyed my tour. I’m also very happy to have had the opportunity to meet you and your family. This time we met may have been a once-in-a-lifetime meeting, but I would be delighted to see you again if you visit Japan in the future. It was an honor to help you make a part of wonderful memories to celebrate your 40th wedding anniversary. Please take care until we meet again. Shinya
Judy F.
“Matsumoto castle ”
We started our first visit to Japan with Mr Shinya E. on his Tokyo tour, and ended our visit to Japan with him on his Matsumoto tour. We had an awesome visit! A Truly amazing guide, exceptional knowledge of his country and it's history, and a super nice guy, that was fun to hang out with. I feel like we gained more then just an appreciation for the culture and history of Japan, but actually gained a friend as well. If you get to Tokyo for a visit, I highly recommend you make contact with Mr. Shinya E. You'll have a fabulous experience. Thank you Shinya E. We look forward to seeing you again on our next visit. Best Regards Judy and Craig F.
Shinya E.
Judy, Thank you so much for writing such a wonderful review of my tour. Guiding you and Craig was a truly joyful experience for me as well. I’m really going to miss seeing you both. I hope we can meet again someday, either in Japan or the U.S.—next time, as friends! Guiding you both has undoubtedly become a cherished memory that will stay with me for a lifetime. Thank you so much. Best Regards, Shinya
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Masahiro N.
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