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Private tour in Naha Yukihiro N
Explore the war sites of the Battle of Okinawa Basic (for 1-4 pax)
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8 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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Yukihiro N.
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Hello, everyone!! My name is Yukihiro; call me "HERO. " I'm eager to introduce this unique country, Japan, to foreign guests!! I am qualified as an Okinawa Prefecture licensed Guide Interpreter. I retired from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force(JGSDF=Japanese Army) in March 2018. I have spent most of my career as an Army NCO(Non-commissioned officer). My job experiences are only in the military, but there are various specialties, so I didn't feel bored. I lived in many places all over Japan, such as Hokkaido for ten years, Chiba for 15 years, Okinawa for 15 years, and other sites. I am working as a tour guide in Okinawa and Nagasaki, Japan. I live in Okinawa and Nagasaki half and half, and work as an interpreter tour guide in both places. I am qualified as an Okinawa prefectural interpreter tour guide (English & Chinese) but don't cover a whole Japan area certification. So I am brushing my skill up to upgrade it for the whole of Japan area. Qualified & registered as an Okinawa Prefectural Licensed Guide Interpreter(English and Chinese) in 2018. Registered as an Okinawa KARATE Guide Interpreter by Okinawa local government in 2021. Qualified Domestic Tour Conductor in 2018. Completed Advanced rescue course by Okinawa fire department HQ in 2017. My guiding area only has poor public transportation available. But I will arrange a suitable size rental car or taxi for the transportation. The number of people I can guide is up to 8 adults due to the means of transportation.
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One day war-site tour on Okinawa Island with a local
Overview of your Naha tour
This tour is specialised for up to 4 pax, if you are 5 to 8 pax, refer to 5 to 8 pax one. Visit the significant war-related places on Okinawa Island for 8 hours The itinerary is flexible; places can be changed by coordination with the guide. The tour duration is also changeable from 7 to 10 hours. Guiding costs will change depending on the duration. My guiding fee is 40 USD hourly (up to 4 pax), so an 8-hour tour costs 40×8=320 USD plus a Meet-up fee: 40 USD(Guide's transportation back and forth to the meeting place) and a rental car-related fee: 170 USD, so the total tour price is 320+40+170=530 USD plus TBL service fee.
Recent Reviews
James M.United States
Hiroshima was fantastic. He designed a trip around a map my dad left from 1945 showing the places he served in the Marine Corps. This was more than a site seeing tour and he made it happen. If your in Okinawa ot Nagasaki look for Hiro to guide. None better.
Sandra G.United States
Hero was knowledgeable and fun. His English is excellent and he really made the story come together in a way that we could imagine it happening.
Gerard K.
The tour was fantastic and our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. I highly recommend this tour.
Annette K.United States
This was our second tour with Yukihiro. As a retired Army Paratrooper, he was the perfect guide for the seeing the War Sites. Always somber days but essential to experience. The rainy weather was not in our favor, but he rearranged our day to work with it. He was responsive in setting up the two tours we had with him, and you won't go wrong booking a tour with him!
Justin S.
This was an amazing tour! Yukihiro (Hero) was flexible and accommodating. His tour stop selection was also excellent and maximized the time available in visiting the most important military sites on the island. His military background was particularly valuable as he was able to succinctly add details, background and show the parts of the sites that regular tourists would miss visiting on their own. I would highly recommend Yukihiro for anyone interested and wanting to learn about the battle of Okinawa. よろしくお願いします！ Justin, Tony & David (from Canada)
Your Naha tour itinerary
①0900 Pick you up at the coordinated place in Naha city ②0930 Kakazu Hill: 1st Major battle site ③1020 Hacksaw Ridge(Maeda Hill): 2nd Major battle site ④1100 Sugarloaf Hill (Asato 52 Hill): 3rd Major battle site (no park, passing by only) ⑤OP-1: 1120 Haebaru Cultural Center and Haebaru Army Hospital Bunker #20 ⑤OP-2: 1130 Abuchira Gama (Army Hospital Cave ruin) ⑥1230 Lunch at the local restaurant ⑦1330 Peace Museum, Cornerstones of Peace and Mabuni Hill Admission: 300 JPY each ⑧1450 Himeyuri Monument & Museum Admission: 450 JPY each ⑨1530LT General Buckner's ending place ⑩1550 JPN Navy Underground HQ Admission: 600 JPY each ⑪1700 Drop you off at the coordinated place in Naha city
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
We need to rent a suitable size (4-6 pax car) car to move. It costs 170 USD (including car rent, full-cover insurance, parking fee, toll-road, and gas). The guide will arrange and drive the car.
What's included
Private Guide
Other: Meet-up fee: 40 USD
Private Transportation
What's not included
Tickets: Admission at pay facilities: 1,950 JPY each in total(default)
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Personal expenses
Public Transportation
Meeting location
Naha, Okinawa, Japan
Coordinated place in Naha
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1379278
Languages
Japanese
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Naha best suited for?
This private tour in Naha is perfect for history enthusiasts interested in the Battle of Okinawa. It's ideal for those who want to explore significant war-related sites with a local guide, Yukihiro N., who can provide deeper insights into the area's history.
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8 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Tour date
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8 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
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