Hi, I’m Hiroko

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Yokohama
Hiroko

Hi, I’m Hiroko

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I’ve lived in Yokohama for 22 years

I speak English, Japanese

I am a tour guide

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My name is Hiroko Kitagawa. I was born and raised in Japan and graduated from Keio University. I have experience living in California totally for 11 years because of my husband’s job. Since 2000, I have been teaching English to people from children to business persons. I started my career as a tour guide in 2019. I have guided a lot of foreign tourists around Tokyo areas and also Kamakura, Nikko, Mt.Fuji, etc. I always enjoy meeting and guiding foreign tourists with a smile and would like them to visit fantastic places in the Tokyo area.

My knowledge & interests

Hosts expertise Food Hosts expertise Drinks Hosts expertise Arts Hosts expertise History Hosts expertise Shopping Hosts expertise Culture & customs
Street food Local cuisine Desserts Food markets Fine dining Unique & unusual foods Theater Cinema Art galleries & museums Street art Parks Gardens Scenic routes Political history Economic history Social history Architectural history Religious history Cityscape photography Street photography Portrait photography Modern architecture Classical architecture Wine Whiskey Third wave coffee Gin Local beers Artisanal tea High-end fashion boutiques Department stores Vintage shops Street markets Handicrafts & souvenirs Traditional culture Popular culture Religious customs Lifestyle culture Rituals & ceremonial customs Alternative or underground culture sushi sake
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Experiences I love to host

Cherry blossom season in Yokohama
City Unscripted Original

Cherry blossom season in Yokohama Seasonal

Sailing through a sea of petals Cherry trees and an ocean breeze Forests, gardens, and rivers

$181.49 per person

4 hours

Half day in  Yokohama with a local
City Unscripted Original

Half day in Yokohama with a local Half day

4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!

$129.36 per person

4 hours

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Eat like a local in Yokohama
City Unscripted Original

Eat like a local in Yokohama Food & Drink

From sakura ice cream from Japan's first ice cream parlor to fluffy "nikuman" from Chinatown, eat like a local on an experience tailored to you

$154.91 per person

3 hours

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Must see Yokohama with a local
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Must see Yokohama with a local City Highlights

Visit some of Yokohama's top sites in a day, from the beautiful Yamashita Park to the Kirin Beer Village, and a sprinkle of hidden gems

$237.16 per person

8 hours

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My reviews

    My best friend and I lucked out when he booked the Yokohama Private food tour with local. Our tour guide was Hiroko. She was early to meet with us to ensure that we had the full time for our tour. She asked us what we wanted to see and experience based on what we booked. She was just an overall amazing person. She takes pride in showing people Japan. She is thoughtful and very kind. We felt comfortable with her showing us around this unfamilar place. Hiroko's level of detail and personal touch sets her apart. My friend and I have visited other countries before and had guided tours but this experience was unmatched. We were so lucky to book and be paired up with Hiroko. I definitely would recommend her to friends and family.

    June 2024

    Brett E

    My friend and I were so lucky to have booked this tour and had Hiroko as our guide. She was so friendly, knowledgeable and fun. We did this tour the day that we landed in Japan and she set the tone for our whole trip. She absolutely went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable in our new surroundings. She made sure that we knew every day Japanese terms and spent some time teaching me the modern Japanese writing system. I definitely would book again with Hiroko and recommend her to my friends that visit the Tokyo area.

    June 2024

    Brett E

    Me and my wife felt like we were leaving a friend at the end of the tour. I cannot say enough good things about Hiroko Kitagawa san . She was the best tour guide we have had in all our travels . Anyone who gets her for a tour is fortunate.

    October 2023

    Robert C

    Very good experience. Hiroko even made last minute plans for a tea ceremony experience my wife wanted

    October 2023

    Mark R

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