Private tour in Yokohama Akira K

Private tour Yokohama half day - see sites such as Sankeien Garden & The Ramen Museum.

4.7

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Hours icon 4 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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Akira K.

4.8

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Hello, Hajimemashite! ("Nice to meet you" in Japanese) My name is Akira (Arti) and I would like to be your tour guide when you decide to visit my home country, Japan. First of all, I would like to thank you for looking at my pages. I have been working as a nationally licensed tour guide in Japan since 2010 and JGA class-A guide. I have guided more than 500 groups, working more than 130 days a year. I am a 75 year old male, living in Yokohama suburbs adjacent to Tokyo with my wife. I lived in the USA, Spain and Germany experiencing the local life, culture, language and negotiations. My hobby is riding motorcycles (KTM and Vespa scooters) so I hope to find riders among you travelers too. I travel throughout Japan, not only in guide business, but also on my bikes. My "Around Japan" journey is on its 10th lap and I have been visiting different places and routes every time. That is how I accumulated all the local information which helps me a lot as a guide. I can take you to non tourism places such as various factory tours, utilizing my electrical and mechanical engineering back ground. I have also been a railroad fan since 12 yrs old which helps me to take around travelers to local railroad lines in beautiful sceneries. I lived in the United States for 8 years with my family and have visited 45 countries in the world on business and for pleasure so I understand the people and cultures of many other countries. I recently finished my 6 month Spanish training in Valencia, Spain so I can guide in Spanish, too. My other interest areas are the biology, entomology, linguistics, paleontology and electronics. I am a back alley food gourmet, and of course, I love drinking sake at local back alley taverns, too. So, just email me about your interest in Japan! I will give you various suggestions when you decide to select Japan for your travel destination. I am more than happy to customize your trip for you, too. I am available for multiple days depending on my availability. I own a national license in English speaking guide, itinerary management and an unlimited class motorcycle rider's license. I have been trained in a Japanese and American travel agencies as a guide. I have a master's degree in physics and electronics. I do not drive travelers but need to use publicly available transportation measures. I do not guide underaged persons nor wheel chaired person alone unless accompanied by his/her family due to the local regulations.

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Overview of your Yokohama tour

This is a half day excursion in Yokohama. Your excursion starts from the Yokohama Grand Pier right after your disembarkation. We take a taxi(s) to Sankeien Garden, then to Shin-Yokohama by train. In Sankeien Garden, we will learn about the traditional Japanese wooden houses brought from Kyoto and some other locations. I grew up in one of these traditional wooden house so you will hear my stories of how the life in such house was like. Over weekend and with some luck, you may come across with traditional wedding couples. This is the best opportunity to touch traditional Japan without going to Kyoto. Lunch will be at the Ramen Museum in Shin-Yokohama, where 9 ramen shops compete each other with its own best menu in the nostalgic '60s atmosphere. This is Ramen lovers' must see spot. We will come back to the pier by 2:00pm. You can walk around in the neighboring piers such as the Yamashita Park, the Red Brick Warehouse shopping mall or China Town on your own in if you have time before re-embarking your ship.

Recent Reviews

Ben A.United States
October 2025

Arti is a knowledgeable guide with tremendous experience. We enjoyed our time with him and would request him again. His English was so clear and his vocabulary just amazing

Pearl I.United States
May 2023

Akira was a well informed guide. He gave us options for a tailored approach for our tour. We especially enjoyed seeing the beautiful and unique Sankien Gardens and going to the Ramen Museum. He was knowledgeable about the city of Yokohama and gave us suggestions for other places to visit after our tour.

Sharleen D.United States
March 2023

Thank you for a wonderful tour. The gardens were beautiful even though there were not a lot of flowers blooming in the late winter. Your pace was perfect for us. I know we ran short of time to fully enjoy the Ramen Museum but the Ramen soup itself made the stop worthwhile.

Brad K.United States
February 2023

Arti is the best!!

Joseph R.United States
December 2019

Very knowledgeable. Had a great day.

Lisa O.United States
July 2019

Aki went out of his way to accommodate my odd group and the terribly hot weather!

Your Yokohama tour itinerary

Model course ( can be customized ) • 9:00a - Meet in the arrival hall and taxi to Sankeien Garden. • 9:30 - Strolling in Sankeien Garden 11:00a - Leave Sankeien Garden to Negishi station by tax, then train/subway to Shin-Yokohama and walk to Ramen Museum. • 12:00p - Lunch in the ramen museum. • 1:00p - Subway, taaxi or JR train back to your place..

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Taxi

Taxi, subway and train.

What's included
Other: Guide fee, my transportation by train/subway and my lunch.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: A taxi is capable to carry 4 passengers including the guide, maximum. So if you are a group of more than 3, you need another taxi. The taxi fare is around 4000jpy per taxi for using twice.
Tickets
Private Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tastings
Private Transportation With Driver
Equipment
Public Transportation
Classes Workshop
Accommodation
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Meeting location

Osanbashi-Dori, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Airport: ,Cruise ship dock: ,ByGuide:

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Other details
Tour categories
Shopping
City Highlights
Day Trip
Off The Beaten Path
History
Tour reference number
181915
Languages
Japanese
Spanish
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.7

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Who is this private tour in Yokohama best suited for?

This private tour in Yokohama is perfect for travellers who want to explore traditional Japanese culture and cuisine in a short amount of time. It's ideal for those interested in historical sites, such as traditional Japanese wooden houses, and food enthusiasts eager to experience a unique ramen lunch at the Ramen Museum. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion.

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Hours icon 4 hours 30 minutes
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