Introduction to the Guide

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS

・National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English)Saitama Prefecture No.01174

・International Travel Consultant (IATA・UFTAA, Advanced Professional Training Course)

・Certified General Travel Services Manager

・Certified Advanced Social Researcher

・Proficient in Aikido (Two steps)

Areas of Expertise

<Guide Content - Introduction to the Charms of Visiting Japan>
・Historical Heritage (Shrines, Temples, Castles, and more)
・Culinary Culture (Japanese cuisine, longevity foods, and B-grade gourmet)
・Nature (UNESCO World Heritage Sites, scenic resources)
・Lifestyle (Authentic living)
・Cool Japan (Cool aspects of Japan)
　・Subculture Content Industry: Movies, Music, Manga, Anime, Drama, Games, and more
　・High Culture: Fashion, Contemporary Art, Architecture, and more
　・Traditional Culture: Martial Arts, Tea Ceremony, Flower Arranging, and more
　・Local Industries: Region-specific industries as part of Local Cool Japan (Japan Brand),
　　including traditional crafts and more

<Specialty> In addition to the aforementioned charm tours, I specialize in experiential tours
that offer insights into both traditional and modern aspects of Japan.

・Art tour showcasing antiquities and utilizing knowledge as an antique dealer in fields like
architecture, sculpture, painting, and crafts (including ceramics, textiles, lacquerware, washi
paper, woodworking, metalworking, and more).

・Guided Tours to Traditional Craft Destinations - A Genuine Experience of "Authentic Japan" Different from Conventional Sightseeing by Domestic and International Travel Agencies.

・Immersive Cultural Experience Tours of "Deep Japan(Rural Living in the Countryside)" - Going Beyond Standard Routes Taken by Domestic and International Travel Agencies. Rural tourism involves visiting an "authentic countryside" or "first-rate countryside," where local residents, despite being distant from the central regions, have a deep attachment and pride in their unique local resources.

<Other Areas>

・Martial Arts Tourism (Guided Tour of Aikido Dojo)

・Airport (Narita Airport, Haneda Airport) and hotel transfers using public transportation.

・Lectures on Japanese social and cultural theories, including the social structure and cultural lifestyle. Education: Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Sociology from the University of Tokyo.

<Guide Coverage>
Available for tours across Japan (including itineraries with accommodations).
I accommodate flexible itineraries tailored to the preferences of travelers.　　　　

Guide Fee　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

I offer cost-effective and reasonable rates for guiding services, without going through travel agencies. The fee varies depending on the requested guide services (itinerary). We provide personalized service, so please feel free to inquire via email.

 

Asakusa Kaminari-mon Gate (Furaijin-mon Gate)

Asakusa Five-Storied Pagoda

Tokyo Skytree

<Tour Itinerary Examples>
The standard 6-hour course within Tokyo includes visits to iconic places such as Meiji Shrine, Hama-rikyu Gardens, Tsukiji Outer Market with lunch(at customer's expense), and Asakusa.
The guide will pick you up at your hotel and also provide drop-off service to your accommodation.
<Pricing Information >
This is priced at $230. This price is the standard rate for a group of four participants. For each additional person, the tour fee increases by $2, and conversely, the fee decreases by $2 for each person fewer. We can also tailor the tour to your preferences within Tokyo, but guide fees may vary based on the locations and duration.
Please note that admission fees to facilities and transportation costs for travel are separate and the responsibility of the customer. Additionally, the cost of the guide is also borne by the customer, although in some facilities, the guide may be provided free of charge. Payment for the guide fee is requested on the day of the tour.
<Points to Note>
Walking tours utilizing public transportation in Tokyo (such as JR, subway, buses, etc.) generally determine the visit locations based on the customer's preferences. However, if there are elderly individuals using wheelchairs, it is recommended to use taxis because public transportation may be challenging. In cases of a large group, larger vehicles such as wagons may be used instead of regular taxis. All transportation costs during the tour are the responsibility of the customer.

An interpreter guide will assist you for a journey that is 'Only now, only here, and only for you.' Here, 'only now' refers to the time, 'only here' to the place, and 'only for you' to the personalized experience.
To apply, please use the e-mail. Link to the inquiry form page.

General Guide Experience

Shitennoji Temple (Osaka)

Shore excursions for cruises

・Kochi Port (34 people): Kochi Castle, Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum, Katsurahama.
・Yokohama Port (29 people): Tokyo Tower, State Guest House, National Diet Building, Ginza, Kabuki-za Theater, Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge.
・Tokyo Port (19 people): Kamakura Daibutsu, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Komachi Street
・Osaka Tempozan Port (40 people): Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple
・Tottori Sakaiminato Port(18 people):Matsue Castle, Mizuki Shigeru Road, and (25 people: Adachi Museum of Art、Matsue Castle、Yuushien Garden, Mizuki Shigeru Road
・Akita Port (33 people）Namahage Museum、Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum、Kanpuzan, and others

General group tours

・Tokyo (21 people): Hamarikyu Gardens, Asakusa
・Kanto and Kansai（22 people）Hase-dera、Kamakura Daibutsu, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Komachi Stree、Fushimi Inari-taisha、Todaiji Great Buddha、Osaka Castle、Kinkaku-ji、Kiyomizu-dera, and others

Individual tours

・Tokyo（3 people):Hamarikyu Gardens, Tsukiji Outer Market, Asakusa
・Matsue（2 people）Tamatsukuri Onse、Adachi Museum of Art、Matsue Castle、Former Samurai Residence、Meimei-an Tea House、Izumo-taisha, and others
・Hakone（4 people）Hakone Shrine, Hakone Checkpoint Ruins, and others