
Price

Welcome to Our Guided Tour Service
Thank you for considering our private guide service. We take pride in offering personalized and memorable experiences in Japan’s beautiful cities like Nagoya. Below are the details and terms designed to make your journey smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free.
Price
Nationally-licensed Guide + Private Car + 5★ Rating (26/26 reviews)
The displayed price includes the guide fee and Yoshi’s private car. For larger groups, a rental vehicle may be required, in which case a separate quote will be provided.
Please note: Fuel, highway tolls, parking fees, admission fees, meals, and other personal expenses are not included.
Do Yoshi’s guide fees seem high? They’re not high at all.
Let’s take a look at traveling on your own from different angles—you’ll quickly understand why Yoshi’s private tours are worth it. Here’s an example: a day trip from Nagoya to Takayama and Shirakawa-go for a group of four.
In the countryside, the longer you stay, the more valuable Yoshi’s private tour becomes.
Here’s an example: a 3-night, 4-day trip from Nagoya to Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Shinhotaka Ropeway, Magome-juku, Tsumago-juku, and Gujo. Traveling with Yoshi allows you to fully enjoy history, culture, nature, and local food, while other travel options offer more limited experiences.
Despite being highly personalized and expertly guided, Yoshi’s tours in the Nagoya region remain very reasonable in price — especially compared to many private tours of similar length and quality. Yet the value you receive goes far beyond the cost. Every itinerary is crafted around your interests, pace, and curiosity, ensuring that you discover hidden gems, authentic culture, and stories only a true local can share.
With heartfelt hospitality and deep local knowledge, Yoshi delivers more than just a tour — he creates unforgettable memories that feel priceless. In just his first six months as a nationally certified guide, he’s led over 30 private tours, all rated 5 stars. Travelers consistently praise his caring approach, attention to detail, and genuine warmth he brings to every experience.
Curious what it’s really like to travel with Yoshi? Hear directly from those who’ve experienced it firsthand and see why his tours are considered worth far more than their price.
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The guide service for 1 to 5 participants.
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Pricing already includes Japan’s 10% consumption tax.
What’s Included in the Guide Fee
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Transportation fees, entrance fees for attractions, and meal expenses.
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If your group exceeds 5 participants, we are happy to provide a custom quote tailored to your needs.
What’s Not Included
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We are happy to assist with reservations for restaurants, attractions, and events.
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If advance payments are required for these services, they will be added to your deposit.
Additional Services
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Our standard working hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (8 hours per day), but we are flexible with start and end times to accommodate your schedule.
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Should your tour extend beyond the standard hours, an overtime fee of ¥7,500 per hour will be applied, only when agreed upon during booking.
Service Hours and Flexibility
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Meeting Locations: Nagoya Station or other major stations in Aichi, Gifu, or Mie Prefectures (unless otherwise agreed upon).
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Drop-off Locations: Your hotel or Nagoya Station
Meeting & Drop-off Points
Please refer to our detailed cancellation policy available on the website. Cancel Policy
Cancellation Policy
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Our pricing is valid until March 31, 2026.
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To secure your booking, a 50% deposit is required at the time of reservation, with the remaining 50% payable by the tour date.
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We will issue an online invoice for the deposit after confirming service details. Payment methods include credit card or PayPal.
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If reservations for meals or attraction tickets are needed, we ask for prepayment for these expenses in addition to the deposit.
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Upon receiving your deposit, we will send you a booking confirmation.
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Any remaining guide fees and/or additional costs should be settled by the tour date.
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For bookings made within 7 days of the service date, full payment (100% deposit) is required.
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A 5% surcharge applies to cover fees from payment processing services.
Booking & Payment Terms
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Direct Booking: No intermediaries — enjoy competitive, transparent pricing.
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Personalized Attention: Tailored tours that match your interests.
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Flexible Scheduling: We work around your preferred schedule.
Why Choose Our Service?
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