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    Popular Tour Guides

    Yuki K.

    4.76 / 5
    (321 reviews)
    Japan

    I was born and grew up in Yokohama. I used to work in Tokyo for more than 20 years. I became the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter in English in 2013. At first, I had attended a volunteer group which provided a tour of the Imperial Palace East Gardens until 2015. I guided more than fifty times in the garden as a volunteer and studied about Japanese history and culture. Based on this experience, I became a tour guide of this online site in 2015. Since then, I have guided more than 500 tours in Tokyo as well as Yokohama, Kamakura, Hakone, Kyoto, Nikko, etc., while improving my tours. My tours are very flexible and I always do my best to customize them according to the interests of my guests. I studied about the places and will provide you knowledge to appreciate them more deeply than just visiting there by yourself or a member of group tours. I like foods and I know many restaurants which provide typical Japanese lunch with reasonable price without waiting too long. Therefore, I am sure that I can provide you the best tours customized to your interests. It will be my great pleasure to help you to enjoy your stay in Japan. So please be my guest!!

    Hiroshi Y.

    4.63 / 5
    (276 reviews)
    Japan

    Hello,I am HIROSHI YOKOYAMA. Please call me Hiro, not "hero". I have been lived in kyoto for more than 30years. So, I am very familiar with the city of Kyoto and a unique culture developed in Japan as well. I can offer you not only historic places like Nijo castle, Kinkakuji temple ,Kiyomizu temple etc., but also off the beaten track spots Nijo jinya house or nicknamed "ninjya house" ,Katsura Imperial Villa etc.. I am really looking forward to seeing you .

    Kahoko K.

    4.94 / 5
    (247 reviews)
    Japan

    Hello , my future guests . My name is Kahoko . I live in Tokyo over 30 years with my family , one husband and two kids . I used to work in an airline as a cabin attendant . Naturally , I may have visited your countries myself as you do now . I chose the job because I like traveling and meeting new people . Now I'm so glad to be able to work for foreign visitors as a licensed guide . When I have foreign guests . I'd like to treat them as if they were my home stay guests , and I were their host mother in Tokyo . I do hope their stay in Japan enjoyable and unforgettable . So it's a great pleasure to assist you in some way . So click me if you like . I'm looking forward to meeting you soon .

    Toshiyo O.

    4.66 / 5
    (193 reviews)
    Japan

    I was born and raised in Kyoto.Kyoto has a lot of things to see and experience. Kyoto is an ancient city with a lot of world heritage. I am happy to show you both traditonal aspects of Japan and modern things. I use public transportation and I am good at walking. Also I am very flexible.

    Akira N.

    4.93 / 5
    (219 reviews)
    Japan

    Hello, My name is Akira. I am certified national guide interpreter. I have been living in Tokyo for more than 30 years. I love walking in the city with no particular plan finding trasures in the streets such as nice ramen noodle restaurants, cafes, funny billboards, and most of all, narrow alleys that remind me of good old days. I will help you enjoying the days in the city fully and making your vist memorable one. I am looking forward to seeing you soon.

    Toshihiro Y.

    4.85 / 5
    (201 reviews)
    Japan

    Hello. Thank you for your interest in Japan. I am a tour guide living in central Tokyo area. My hobby is travel, taking photos, watching sports, etc. I have visited more than thirty countries on business or vacation. While I was in overseas countries, I encountered a lot of troubles. But many people at my travel destination kindly helped me and I could do what I wanted to do. To do something in return for their kindness, I became a tour guide. As a guide, I have offered tours for more than hundreds of tourists all over the world. Each tourist has the different style of sightseeing. Through experience, I have got better skills to arrange the tour flexibly. Your stay in Japan must be very important moment. I would like to show you unique aspects of Japan. It is possible to create a customized tour for you to meet your requests. Please tell me what kind of sightseeing you would like to enjoy. Feel free to contact me.

    Yukiko F.

    4.98 / 5
    (197 reviews)
    Japan

    My name is YUKIKO. I'm a Licensed Tour Guide and a Registered Nurse. I've worked as a guide since 2015. I've been doing virtual experience on Amazon and for company's events since 2020. It's definitely a great step for myself and keeping my guiding skills for the last couple of years. I live in Tokyo. Thanks to increasing the number of repeat, referred and new clients, tour guide is my main job. I am a mother of 10 years old girl so that I'd be glad to welcome families with young children as well. I used to teach Japanese cultures to elementary students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 at local and private elementary schools when I lived in Canada, United states, and New Zealand. My happiest moments with these children were when they look forward to another lesson every week. All lessons were customized and prepared after discussing with each classroom teacher. It was a challenging job, but this experience broaden my horizon and prompted me to become an English tour guide. I have a license of Registered Nurse and a Medical interpreter.  I've still worked as a nurse during the off- tourism season so that I've kept a medical back ground. There are some common thinking between Tour guide and Nurse, both jobs are required to put myself into their shoes. I'll make plans considering their physical conditions and will arrange any supports after discussing about the tour.  I've already experienced to do several tours for mobility challenged clients who have intractable disease and have a difficulty for a long walking. Mobility challenged customers (cane/wheelchair) are always welcomed.   I'd love to make your trip meaningful and unforgettable. Please feel free to contact with me anytime.    I'm looking forward to meeting you in my tour! Arigatou!

    Hideo Y.

    4.47 / 5
    (127 reviews)
    Japan

    Hello, I'm HIDEo YOSHIda. Please call me HIDEYOSHI, the same name as the famous shogun who built the Osaka Castle in 1585. I was born in Kobe and worked in Osaka for nearly 40 years. I would like to introduce the Kansai region to you ,including Kobe, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Wakayama. Kobe is one of the two largest ports in Japan, along with Yokohama. After the opening of the Port of Kobe in 1868, foreigners built their residences on the hillside of the Kitano-cho area, overlooking the ocean. Many of the foreign residences are now open to the public as museums, including the Weathercock House, with it's symbol weathercock on the triangle-shaped roof. In Meriken Park, the red Port Tower (the city's landmark), creates a beautiful contrast against the white Kobe Marine Museum. The museum's design was inspired by the waves and sailing ships. When you have a chance to visit Osaka, please join my tour. I'm sure you'll enjoy the interesting and historical, scenic spots. For example, Shin-Sekai is a downtown area with a strange mix of nostalgic atmosphere and contemporary energy. You can try local foods (kushikatsu, sushi, tempura) at a reasonable price. Billiken (a famous statue of the spirit of luck) will be waiting for you!!. Dotombori is a popular street with a lot of flashy signboards. Osaka is widely known as a "Kuidaore-no-machi", or literally "drinking and eating luxuriously to death." Osaka Castle was built by Toyotomi HIDEYOSHI in 1585. Oh, it's my residence, isn't it ! These days "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" area in USJ, or Universal Studios Japan, is also attracting more and more people. I'll be looking forward to seeing you !!

    New Tour Guides

    Ernist A.

    Kyrgyzstan

    Hello.I am Ernist and i am from Kyrgyzstan.I used to work in tourism more than 20 years:Turkey,Egypt and Vietnam.I speak Kyrgyz,Russian,English and Turkish good, also a little bit German,Arab and Vietnamese.Before i used to work abroad and last two years i am working in Kyrgyzstan as a tour guide.So welcome to Kyrgyzstan. It is my great pleasure to welcome to the Land of Nomads. I organize tours and exciting sightseeing trips to the North of Kyrgyzstan. Where we will have lots of adrenalin of driving above 3000 meters from sea level, between crystal clear mountains, powerful mountain rivers, valleys, rich flora and fauna, canyons, gorges and high mountain passes which are located in the middle of Tien Shan mountains. Here we discover the virgin and untouched nature of Kyrgyzstan. On this tour you will visit some of the hardest to get to and least touched parts of Kyrgyzstan. While Jeep Tour we will introduce you, Nomadic life of Kyrgyz people. Also we will visit historical places and beautiful lakes. Feel hospitality and wildlife of Kyrgyz people. Taste traditional local foods and drinks. Must to see some gastronomy shows of local people, horse riding and some shows with horses. Drive powerful 4x4 off-road car, feel the culture of Nomadic life and enjoy the breathtaking views of celestial mountains of Kyrgyzstan. I wish you to have fun with me. Memorize unforgettable moments with us. I strive hard to ensure that your trip to our country is a memorable that you will cherish forever. I wish you enjoyable, relaxing and pleasant stay here with me: I prepared short term and long term tours for you. I am sure, that you will find something that suits for your schedule. I will take care of everything throughout whole trip, from arriving till departing at the airport.

    Serban C.

    Romania

    I am a local entrepreneur working in marketing & communication for almost 25 year from Bucharest, where I was born. I launched in 2018 one of the most out of the box city tours with old Romanian Cars from the 80s, fully restored. We offer the city guest the chance to understand better the locals, the customs, the troubled history of the communist years while driving Romanian cars - Dacia 1300/1310 - in a private panoramic guided tour f 30 km through Bucharest.

    Attila

    Hungary

    I am a passionate local tour guide based in Budapest. I specialize in small group walking tours and tailor-made private tours, all conducted in English. My mission is to reveal the lesser-known gems of Budapest to travelers who are eager to explore beyond the city's main tourist attractions. My passions are the fantastic street art scene of the city, small galleries and design shops, architecture, and history.

    Hala A.

    Egypt

    I’m Hala - I’m 38 old - From Egypt - tour guide English. I get PHD high graduation Egyptologist and archaeologist 2008/2023 - I’m worked in this field from 2008 - I’m worked with all nationalities, I have big skills & experience allow me to do that.

    Jon X.

    Singapore

    Singapore tour guide Jon TourGuide Singapore Having born, educated and lived in Singapore all my life, I am passionate about Singapore and would like to share with you our local highlights. Singapore is a hot, sunny island with summer all year around , touring around in aircon private vehicle is the best way to travel . Despite being a small country , we have a diverse and exotic cultures naming Chinese, Malay, Indian, Eurasian and Peranakan culture. A special mention about our Peranakan culture, a unique blending of Chinese and Malay cultures, their food, lifestyle, and clothes are an eye Opener for those who never encounter them before. This is a unique culture that is only found in this part of the world. One distinctive personality from this culture is our much respected and beloved founding father, Mr Lee Kuan Yew. Come and discover more about our diverse and exotic cultures in no other better place than in Singapore especially in cool, comfortable vehicle

    Adil C.

    Morocco

    Hello,my name is Adil I’m local tour guide in fes Medina Morroco.I have fifteen years experience.I would like to share with you the magic secrets of my home town and to be the key to find out the real native lifestyle,handy craft,historical monument and tasty Morrocan cuisine.

    Amr A.

    Egypt

    Hello dear Travellers. My name is Amr .And I am a passionate licensed tourist guide and a conference organizer with the central bank of Egypt and UN . I been doing this for quite some time and my work is my life. I studied two universities studied engineering and tourism. I am also a musician and song writer, I organized presidential and international conferences such as world youth forum, Egypt builders and Afrexim bank conferences with Ministers and Embassies deputies from all over the world and recently i was a head operation on the AFDBANK ANNUAl meeting event leading over 200 talent of EGYPT finest. Sign me up now for a true adventure and not just a touristic routine programs.

    Alex R.

    Netherlands

    As the tour guide I work already 25 years. Within last 15 years I am specialized for the groups and /or individual visits and guides within states of Benelux (The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg ) . My clients are mostly for interested for daily city tours in bigger cities like Amsterdam, Brussels, Luxembourg (city) but not only - "smaller cities" such as Rotterdam, Delft, Volendam, Zaanse Schaans, Den Hague, Waterloo, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp, natural tourist attractions, architectural attractions, historical places and religious heritage anywhere else within the area could be organized and guided depending on your wishes.

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    Tokyo
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    This tour covers my favorite places in Tokyo.You can choose three places from the list of more than 30 places in Tokyo, classified as Temple&Shrine, Garden, Shopping, Observatory, Museum, Experience, and Others.

    FROM$211/ per group
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    4.66 / 5
    (193 reviews)

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    4.63 / 5
    (276 reviews)

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