Licensed English-Speaking Tour Guides in Japan，Tokyo – Private & Group Tours

If you’re looking for a Tokyo private tour guide or a licensed English-speaking guide in Japan, our team offers top-quality services for both private clients and large group tours. With years of experience and official certification, we ensure every traveler enjoys a smooth, insightful, and memorable experience.

Certified and Professional – What Makes Our Guides Different?

Until January 4, 2018, all foreign-language tour guides in Japan were legally required to hold the National Interpreter Guide License (全国通訳案内士) in order to work professionally. However, in 2018, the Japanese government amended the law and deregulated the industry, allowing unlicensed individuals to work as tour guides in foreign languages without legal penalty.
(Source: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism – MLIT)

While many unlicensed guides have entered the market since then, we have maintained the highest professional standards. All of our tour guides are officially certified and bring both qualifications and real-world expertise to every tour.

Our team holds the following professional licenses and certifications:

• National Interpreter Guide License (全国通訳案内士) – The most prestigious government-issued license for guiding in foreign languages, ensuring expertise in Japanese geography, history, culture, and language.
• Tour Conductor License (添乗員資格) – Required to safely manage and coordinate domestic and international group tours.
• Certified Travel Services Manager (旅行業務取扱管理者) – A license needed to supervise regulated travel operations under Japanese law.
• Tourism English Proficiency Test (観光英語検定) – A nationally recognized exam that evaluates professional English communication in tourism settings.

Why Choose Us?

We go beyond basic tour explanations. Our certified guides offer:

• Deep cultural insights with fluent, professional-level English
• Custom itineraries and flexible scheduling for VIPs or groups
• On-the-ground experience handling group logistics and special requests
• Peace of mind, knowing you’re with fully licensed professionals

Whether you’re booking a Tokyo private tour, planning a multi-day journey, or organizing a large group experience in Japan, we deliver personalized service, professional support, and memorable storytelling—every step of the way.