Private tour in Tokyo Yoshiyuki K
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Yoshiyuki K.
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Meet Your Guide – Yoshi Hi, I’m Yoshi! I’m a nationally licensed tour guide with over seven years of experience guiding visitors around Tokyo and the surrounding areas. I’m proud to have received five-star ratings from every guest, thanks to my love of people and passion for creating unforgettable travel experiences. Born in Tokyo near the famous Asakusa district and now living in Yokohama, I know the Tokyo and Kanagawa areas inside and out. Whether you're looking for iconic landmarks or hidden gems, I’ll tailor the tour to your interests and pace. Before becoming a guide, I was the CEO of an internet company working with businesses around the world. I’ve also traveled extensively, so I understand international cultures and enjoy comparing them with Japanese traditions to help you gain deeper insight. I studied in the U.S. as a graduate student at UCLA and Stanford, so I speak fluent American English and can explain Japan in a way that makes sense to you. From popular spots like Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, Ueno, Yanaka, and Odaiba to hidden temples off the beaten path, I’ll help you discover both the highlights and secrets of Tokyo. I typically use public transportation (train and subway), but we can take taxis if you prefer not to walk. If your destination is hard to reach by train, I may be able to drive my minivan—please inquire about availability and cost. Looking forward to meeting you and exploring Tokyo together! Yoshi National Licensed Guide Interpreter (EN02405) Ph.D. in System Science – Tokyo Institute of Technology M.S. in Computer Science – UCLA Visiting Scholar – Stanford University
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Discover Tokyo with a Personalized Tour Tokyo is a vast and vibrant city, impossible to fully explore in just a few days. That’s why I’ll guide you to the best spots based on the season, weather, and your personal interests. History Enthusiasts: Learn how Japan transitioned from a feudal society to a modern nation with visits to Ueno Park and the Imperial Palace. Culture Seeker: Learn why streets are clean, with no graffiti nor homeless people, by understanding Japanese religion and culture. Nature Lovers: We’ll spend more time in serene places like the Meiji Shrine Forest, Hamarikyu Garden, and Imperial Palace East Garden. Pop Culture Explorers: Wander the buzzing alleys of Akihabara, Tokyo’s mecca of anime, games, and electronics. Sushi Seekers: Enjoy authentic sushi at a hidden gem near the historic Tsukiji market. We’ll mainly use public transportation (trains and subways), but if you prefer not to walk much, taxis are always an option.
Yoshi is a phenomenal guide, he is a native of Tokyo with infinite knowledge of the city. Added bonus: Yoshi is a very interesting person! He spent a considerable amount of time in the United States pursuing graduate studies and has traveled to every corner of the planet. Our tour covered a lot of ground and Yoshi provided all the inside knowledge we wanted and the flexibility we needed. 5 Stars and a big THANK YOU to Yoshi!
Amazing day with Yoshi visiting many special places. He was very knowledgeable and fun to be with. His English was perfect too. I’d highly recommend him for any tours.
If you are looking for an in depth personalized experience in Tokyo, that can evolve as you go, Mr. Koseki is an incredible guide and lovely human being. We were looking for some specific sites and willing to explore. We got both and so much more. A highlight was getting to walk and enjoy some of the many intriguing neighborhoods in Tokyo. We would definitely spend more time with Mr. Koseki on another trip.
Yoshi took 4 of us on tour in Tokyo. He personalized for our teenagers’ wishes. Great day with him.
We booked our tour with Toshi as we thought his itinerary would be a good match for what we were looking to see. He met us at our downtown hotel and was timely. We found him to be very knowledgeable and caring to what we were wanting to get out of our tour. He frequently asked for input so he could correctly calibrate the itinerary. We were appreciative of his time and felt he was a good match for us. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone traveling to Tokyo for the first time.
Yoshi was a wonderful guide: very knowledgable and truly interesting! Exactly what our family was hoping for in a guide. He was willing to be flexible and took us to some main sites but then took us to a unique, lovely shrine in northern Tokyo as well as an off the beaten path Ramen bar with great saké.
The following is an example itinerary. The places are not limited to those, we may add/delete some, according to your request. 9:30 - Hotel pick up, avoiding the rush hour. Pick up time is flexible. - Imperial Palace East Garden (closed on Mondays/Fridays): old moat, rock walls, and castle ruins from 17th centrury. OR Imperial Palace Outer Garden - Ueno Park: Toshogu Shrine, Big Buddha, Hanazono Inari Shrine, and Kiyomizu Kannon Temple. Lunch. - Asakusa: Thunder gate with a big lantern, Nakamise shopping street, Sensoji Temple, and Asakusa Shrine. - Back to the hotel, or I will drop you anywhere else, depending on your next activity. A detailed schedule will be provided especially for you, according to the location of the hotel and your interests. To create the ideal experience for you, please contact me in advance to discuss your preferences.
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Public transportations (Trains, subways, and river boats). We can use taxis if you wish.
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Please specify the name and the location of the hotel. We will meet at the lobby. You may be picked up at an airport or at a cruise port. Please specify the name and the location of the cruise terminal. There are several different ports in Tokyo area.
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