Tour guide in Tokyo Ikuko U.

Tokyo, Japan

Japanese, English

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I'm Ikuko U., your private tour guide in Tokyo

Guide #68820

Hello! I’m Ikuko. I live in Kanagawa Pref., next to Tokyo. After graduating from an University, with a major in English literature, in Kyoto, I started my career in Tokyo. Working as a bilingual secretary, my non-Japanese colleagues made me notice how unique our culture was and finally I passed a National English Tour Guide-Interpreter exam in 2008. Now I'm working as a guide in Tokyo and Kanagawa Prefectures. Tokyo is an amazing city where you can enjoy modern Japan, as well as the collaboration between something old and modern. Also, Kanagawa has fascinating sight seeing spots including Hakone, Kamakura, Enoshima and Yokohama. FYI, in southern part of Kanagawa, early-blooming cherry trees usually start blooming late January. In my free time, I enjoy Japanese embroidery, going hiking, Kintsugi fixing, and bamboo works. Incidentally, I'm happy to customize the tour upon your request and it's possible to modify the fixed tours as you like. Please click the tour and send me a message first!

Delivers tours starting at

  • Tokyo
  • Kamakura
  • Fujikawaguchiko
  • Hakone
  • Yokohama

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Traveller reviews

  • Frank B.United States
    April 2026

    Fabulous tour… Ikuko is a knowledgeable guide who explains the sites and nature thoughtfully. She takes into consideration the needs of all participants. Ikuko’s enthusiasm is infectious.

    Replied from the guide, Ikuko U.

    April 2026

    Thank you for the compliment! Thanks to your cooperation, I was able to complete the tour safely. I'd like to say "thank you" to you all. I wish you all the best.

  • James D.United States
    November 2025

    We met early in the morning in Gora Station and, due to some previous site seeing, Ikuko had to adjust our plans for the day. She did, and was most accommodating. She managed to reconfigure the whole day trip through Hakone and we were able to see everything. She provided much guidance, historical context, and a general compassion for two strangers wandering in her home...

    Replied from the guide, Ikuko U.

    November 2025

    Dear James-san, Thank you for the compliment! I'm happy to know that you enjoyed Hakone so much and it was my pleasure to guide you in my favorite town. Above all, I really appreciate your cooperation throughout the tour! Best regards, Ikuko

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