Tour guide in Tokyo Makiko N.

Tokyo, Japan

English, Japanese

Tours Delivered,
Since Sep 13, 2018

5.0

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I'm Makiko N., your private tour guide in Tokyo

Guide #31237

5.0 (308)

*PLEASE send a message BEFORE booking to confirm my availability and discuss the detail* *PLEASE check my availability BEFORE sending a message to avoid unnecessary correspondence* I am Makiko. I was born in Tokyo and I've lived here my whole life. I therefore know a lot about Tokyo and the surrounding areas. Tokyo has various kinds of charms of both traditional and modern aspects. I would like to show you the best parts of our exciting city. I am an open-minded, sociable and thoughtful person. I really enjoy meeting people from other countries to share our cultures. I have experience in hosting students and interacting with people from across the world. I studied a flower arrangement course in the UK and have been teaching flower arrangement for many years. I have experience in Japanese style flower arrangement and tea ceremony. I love flowers and plants and enjoy visiting gardens. I love traveling and watching films. I love cooking, eating and drinking. I am foodie and am qualified as a sake sommelier and a wine expert. I can introduce you Tokyo's diverse food culture. I am flexible about destinations and can arrange the tour according to your requests. I try hard to make your stay in Japan very special and memorable. Let's explore our beautiful and unique country together. I am very much looking forward to meeting you! *PLEASE send a message to duscuss the details BEFORE booking, thank you. *PLEASE check my availability BEFORE inquiring. *I do a tour within 5 people. *I am flexible for a duration of a tour according to your preference. I can customize a tour for you. National licenced tour guide (English) No.EN04726 Certified Domestic Itinerary Control Manager WSET Level 3 Award in Sake JSA Sake Diploma JSA Sake Diploma International JSA Wine Expert SSI International Kikisake-shi (sake sommelier)

Delivers tours starting at

  • Tokyo

  • Yokohama

  • Nikko

  • Hakone

  • Kamakura

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308 reviews

  • Sandra S.United States
    4 days ago

    We had 2 seniors & 2 teenagers in our group & Makiko tried to include something for each of us. It was very hot & she was sensitive to that trying to organize the outdoor part early. She selected a wonderful, authentic place for lunch & paced our day perfectly. Makiko was a wonderful guide & a reason I always use Tours by Locals.

    Replied from the guide, Makiko N.

    August 2026

    Thank you very much for a wonderful review! So glad to hear you enjoyed a day. I had a lovely time with all of you. Have a great time for the rest of your stay in Japan. Hope to see you again! Makiko

  • Kristin O.United States
    1 week ago

    We can’t recommend Makiko enough! She is incredibly knowledgeable about Hakone and Tokyo. She brought us to an amazing hidden gem for lunch and taught us so many things about local traditions. Makiko made the day exceptional for the kids and adults alike. She worked seamlessly with the driver so that he was always ready and waiting. I can’t imagine exploring Hakone...

    Replied from the guide, Makiko N.

    August 2026

    Thank you very much for an excellent review! So happy to hear you enjoyed my tour in Hakone. I had a great time with all of you. Hope you had a wonderful time for the rest of your stay in Japan. Hope to see you again! Makiko

  • Lily L.Canada
    4 weeks ago

    Makiko was an exceptional guide and made our day in Tokyo truly unforgettable. She was warm, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city and its history. She was also very attentive to our interests and adjusted the pace of the tour so everyone in our family was comfortable. We never felt rushed, and she was happy to answer all of our questions. Her...

    Replied from the guide, Makiko N.

    July 2026

    Thank you very much for a wonderful review! So happy to hear you enjoyed a day with me. I had a great time with you and your family. Hope you had a great time for the rest of your stay in Japan. Hope to see you again! Makiko

  • Alyssa A.United States
    July 2026

    Makiko was amazing! Thank you so much for a great tour. On the day of our tour, we met up and made a plan of all the things we wanted to do. Makiko knew exactly where to go and explained everything very well. It was a very hot day so we were able to plan a few things in the shade. The most game changing thing was having the private car with the ac on full blast waiting...

    Replied from the guide, Makiko N.

    July 2026

    Thank you very much for an excellent review! So happy to hear you enjoyed my tour. I had a great time with all of you. Hope you had a good time for the rest of your stay in Japan. Hope to see you again! Makiko