Hi, I’m Seiichi
Hi, I’m Seiichi
I’ve lived in Tokyo for 25 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am a chef
Tokyo is a city of endless discovery, and I love every bit of it! From the vibrant streets of Shibuya to the peaceful temples of Asakusa, I enjoy exploring both the trendy and traditional sides of the city. Nothing excites me more than stumbling upon hidden ramen and tsukemen spots or introducing visitors to the real local vibe, even in the heart of Tokyo. Whether you're looking for an iconic tourist experience or a deep dive into Tokyo’s authentic charm, I’m here to help you navigate it all. Let’s explore the energy, flavors, and culture that make this city so special!
My knowledge & interests
English communication
Food
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Parks
Gardens
Hikes
Economic history
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Whiskey
Department stores
Street markets
Traditional culture
Lifestyle culture
Gourmet food
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
Landscape photography
Traditional music
Hip-hop
My reviews
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The tailoring of our interests to the itinerary was great and made us feel very comfortable.
April 2025
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My guide Seiichi was excellent. After completing a questionnaire of what I was interested in, he tailored the experience to exactly that. However he’s also able to quickly pivot after midway through I wanted to change the experience a bit (less eating and drinking to just walking and exploring). Overall this is such a fun way to learn more about this neighborhood and helps prepare me for future visits.
April 2025
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Our host was extremely nice, engaging, and knows the food, neighborhoods, and hidden gems well!
April 2025
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My tour guide, Seiichi, was amazing. He completely customized the trip as I had some very particular goals, spoke excellent English, and offered a lot of interesting insights and knowledge regarding Tokyo and also Japan as a whole. I needed to get a specific photo for a book I’m working on and Seiichi took a million photos of me and I think it is very likely that the one he took will be used for the book, he was excellent with the camera and took a lot of great photos. I also did a Sakura guided tour in Kyoto with the same company and I did not get as lucky. Seiichi was incredibly communicative both before, during, and after. Seiichi is very well-traveled and a very warm person who was fun to hang out with. I would definitely hire him again the next time I’m in Tokyo.
April 2025