Review

Must See! Mt. Fuji, Kitaguchi Hongu Sengen Shrine, and Kubota Art Museum

Shout out to Tomoko-San for making this tour very easy and enjoyable. We chose to visit Kitaguchi Hongu Sengen Shrine and Itchiku Kubota Art Museum. I’m not an art person but the Kubota Art Museum was a bit nature mix with art. The kimonos were beautiful and the story is very interesting. Outside the museum is a little walk way to experience the mini forest that surrounds it. We walked by the shore and stopped for a lunch break and went to the Kitaguchi Hongu Sengen Shrine. Mt. Fuji was shy that day and was covered with clouds but we were able to see the top of it. What a beautiful sight! 

I am glad Tomoko-San was with us. She explained to my friend and I what to do when you go to a shrine and translated everything for us. It would of been very difficult for us if we did not have her to help guide us. Tomoko-San is very knowledgeable and very patient with us. My friend and I took this tour the 2nd day we landed in Japan. We stayed in Tokyo and didn’t know how long the train plus the bus ride was. We were 30 mins late to meet Tomoko-San but glad she waited for us. 

Tomoko-san explained the journey and history to Mt. Fuji and how the entrance is from the Kitaguchi Hongu Sensen Shrine. I am definitely interested in coming back to climb Mt. Fuji! The only regret is it wasn't a full day tour. There is definitely a lot to see with so little time.

(B.L. U.S.)

Dear Tomoko San It was indeed a pleasure to meet you and learn from you about Japan and enjoy your tour service which was excellent !

Thank you again hopping to see you in israel soon.

(S&A.R. Israel)

Thank you so much for the tour, taking many photos, and being with us on our special day.

You are really exceeded all expectations with your knowledge, positivity, and kindness. 

Your participation made the day even more special.

(T.R. US)

Our guide was Tomoko and she was lovely and so knowledgable about the area. In 4 hours we did so much more than if we were to try and do things on our own. You will save time by having someone take you exactly where you want to go. We had great views of Mt Fuji and we also went into the wind cave. The tour is definately a highlight of Japan for us. Highly recommend it.

(R.D Australia)

“ Thanks Tomoko ”

Tomoko is very organized, knowledgeable and very kind hearted person. We had big group of 16... She was so concern about each of us.. regularly maintained communication with me before the tour.. We are very happy to recommend her and willing to get her services when we are visiting Japan again.. Thanks Tomoko !! （N.P. Australia）

“ An excellent day ”

Tomoko gave us a great day. We were able to chose our itinerary and she was very patient and explained the sights very well. A lovely Japanese lady. (S.H. Australia)

Hi Tomo-san! We are home. Thank you for educational and enjoyable tour, for the photos and for your thoughtful present. We enjoyed our trip so much. We can’t wait go back. (M.B. Philipines)

Hello, Tomo-san! Thank you again for being so kind, patient and accommodating. See you again soon, I hope! (J.B. Phillipines)

Dear Tomoko-San

It was our pleasure to have you as our guide.  Thank you for taking care of us, as well as sharing the nice photo,  which we enjoyed very much!

I am back to Singapore now.  May I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

(R.T. Singapore)

Hi Tomoko

Thanks for a fabulous tour we really enjoyed it. You knowledge of the sights and speaking English was great. We enjoyed spending the day with you. (S.H. Australia)

Thank you Tomoko, for your kindness and for having us discovered Kyoto.

We wish you a nice Christmas with your family. (C&C. R. France)

Dear Tomo,

My son Devin and I enjoyed the tour yesterday.  There is so much to see in Kyoto - I wish we had more to explore this lovely city. We hope to return! Best wishes and Happy New Year! (V.S.  US)

Hi Tomosan,

We arrived in Israel late Thursday tired but very happy from the interesting tour to Japan.

Thanks again for your kindness and help.

We attach several pictures from Israel:

The first four are our city Haifa  and the other two are of the dead sea.

We will be very happy to host you in Israel.

best wishes

(S&R Israel)

Very interesting tour. We visited several places such as a sake brewery and a shrine. We had the best guide! (J.B)

Really enjoyed the day trip with Tomo. I knew I wanted to see some of the caves and forest in Yamanashi and wasn't up for making a climb up Mount Fuji, and needed recommendations on how else to spend the day. It was, unfortunately, very cloudy on the day of my trip, but she filled it with interesting sights even without the view of Fujiyama. We trekked through the Aokigahara Forest and Fugaku (Wind Cave). She suggested the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, which at first seemed like just another museum, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The art created through Kubota-san's tie dying Kimonos is impressive and have gained a new appreciation for the work. The gardens and landscape throughout were so tranquil and beautiful. A trip to the Ide Brewery was of note; we not only had the Sake brewery tour, but got a glimpse of a traditional Japanese home and Tea room that has lasted hundreds of years. We finished the day at the Fujisan Sengen Shrine where she shared some history of Shintoism and Buddhism. In short, Tomo is a kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable guide and would recommend you spend a day with her in Yamanashi should you get the chance! (C.H)

Our guide is really nice, helpful and informative.

She understand our needs and is able to adapt the tour to our itinerary.(O.H)

The entire tour 1day was very enjoyable. Friendly and informative and we were able to see and learn so much more than we could have on our own. We enjoyed the shrine. The wind cave I like was spectacular. Thank you for a great day! (D.D)

Nice and accommodating even if we arrived late. Patient and really tries to show us the significance of the place. We were able to maximize our time here and it was excellent we had our own car service. (K.S.)

Very informative and well- spaced in time arrangement. All on schedule and good suggestion of local food for lunch. We have an enjoyable time with your guidance and also your husband. Will recommend friends to you when they come to Fuji.(J.T.)

Comprehensive. Friendly. Good knowledge. Varied to our personal needs and wishes. Safe Driver. (K.H)

Knowledgeable of sites, arrived on time and flexibility with timing at different sites. Thank you so much.(G.M.)

Have a well-organized tour. Comfortable and enjoyed wide variety of Japan. The guide is very nice and gives good interpretation. Will recommend to friends. (L.T)

This was the best tour we did in Japan. The guide, Tomo, adjusted the tour to our needs. She was extremely knowledgeable on the sites we visited. This was the best shrine tour, with a wedding on the day and it also happened to be the children’s. (K.H.)

Thank you so much for being our very energetic and beautiful guide!　We are so blessed to have you!（M.G.）

Greetings from our home in the Philippines. We arrived here safely. The pleasure is ours. We are all glad that we got an Excellent Tour Guide & a very beautiful one. Hoping that we will have a chance to meet again somehow, somewhere. Tomo-san, again our thanks to you! Keep on doing a Great Job. (P.V)

How could we forget you and your goodness. I have been travelling for the last 15yrs after my retirement but haven’t experienced meeting a tour guide as caring and cheerful as you are. No kidding. Am sincere in my words. You even escorted us up to the last leg of our tour. (C.M)

Thank you so much Tomo-san.

We appreciated you and your husband's efforts to adapt the tour to our interests.(K.H)