Tour guide in Tokyo Akio T.

Tokyo, Japan

Japanese, English

Tours Delivered,
Since Jan 30, 2019

7.0

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I'm Akio T., your private tour guide in Tokyo

Guide #35736

5.0 (149)

Hi, I'm Akio, a national government licensed guide, living in Yokohama, Japan. I have been working as a tour guide since 2016, conducting more than 500 tours. I was born and raised in Kagawa prefecture, the venue of Setouchi Triennale, facing the beautiful Seto Inland Sea, in western Japan. After graduating from a university, I had worked for a global electronics company in Tokyo for 30 years and retired early. Working with foreign colleagues gave me fantastic opportunities to learn about Japan from their points of views, and I came to think it's fun to talk about Japan with foreign people. Also, I love traveling. I have visited a lot of places throughout Japan, amazed by its beautiful nature, great tradition, and wonderful food. I realized Japan has numerous tourist attractions. Then I became a tour guide, hoping to entertain foreign visitors with my tours based on my experiences as a tourist. I've been living in Yokohama and Kamakura areas for more than 30 years. I know Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone very well. I love food, nature, cultures, and architectures. I value genuineness of what to see, experience, taste and buy, which cannot always be experienced in a group tour. I believe that participating in my guided tour will bring you a lot of fun. I can help you to explore Japan deeper and to get in touch with the locals, taking you to both popular spots and unbeaten sites where you can see the daily lives of the people. Let's share a joy of touring in this lovely country. Thank you and see you in Japan! National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English) Certified Domestic Travel Services Manager Certified Domestic Itinerary Control Manager Due to the restriction of Japanese law, I am not allowed to drive a car while guiding. I can help you arrange a private car with a driver.

Delivers tours starting at

  • Tokyo

  • Yokohama

  • Hakone

  • Kamakura

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149 reviews

  • Jeff H.
    June 2026

    What an incredible experience being able to see the Hakone hotspots by land and sea, such an incredible place. Aki-san was such a great guide blending historical details with a fun tour that kept our entire group, including kids, entertained throughout the day. Wouldn’t hesitate to do this again!

    Replied from Akio T.

    Dear Jeff-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a great pleasure to be your guide and to share the charms of Hakone. I enjoyed touring with your family, too. Thank you for coming to Hakone and choosing me as your guide! With sincere appreciation, Aki

  • Tricia H.
    June 2026

    I booked a private tour of Hakone with Akio to see the highlights before checking into my ryokan for the night. We had good communication before the tour to set up meeting places and drop offs, and we easily found each other at the Shinkansen exit. He helped me sort out my Hakone Free Pass and throughout the day showed me when and where to use it. Mt Fuji was hidden...

    Replied from Akio T.

    Dear Tricia, thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words! It was a great pleasure to be your guide and to share the charms of Hakone. I thoroughly enjoyed touring with you, too. Thank you for coming to Hakone and choosing me to lead your experience! With sincere appreciation,

  • Richard F.
    June 2026

    Amazing tour! Akio is knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! He helped us experience incredible Tokyo highlights and navigate the complex rail system with ease! Akio is a true professional. I highly recommend him!

    Replied from Akio T.

    Dear Richard, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I am delighted you enjoyed the tours in Tokyo and were able to navigate the city using the subway and train. It was a great pleasure to be your guide, and I thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent together. Thank you for choosing me as your guide! With sincere appreciation, Akio

  • Dan P.
    June 2026

    Hit all the Hakone highlights stress-free with Akio guiding you. Aki met us at the hotel and took us around in a loop that ended back at our hotel. We took the cable car up and over the mountain to see the volcanic activity from high above! We took the pirate ship across lake Ashi and got a local woodcraft demonstration before walking the old Tokaido road and taking a bus...

    Replied from Akio T.

    Dear Dan, Thank you so much for your fantastic review and kind words! It was a great pleasure to have your family as my guests and to share the charms of Hakone's nature and culture. I am thrilled you enjoyed exploring the mountain area by various means of transportation, as well as experiencing the local wooden crafts and the noodle lunch. I had a wonderful time with...