Our Guides
Our guides are passionate storytellers, cultural bridges, and dedicated companions who transform every destination into a living narrative.
Our guides are experienced, licensed professionals fluent in Chinese, English, and Japanese.
Cultural Storytelling
In-depth cultural explanations and storytelling at each destination.
Photography Support
Professional photography guidance and travel photo services.
Business Interpretation
Business interpretation and event escort assistance.
Tours of Any Size
Private tours for small groups or leadership for large group tours.
Team Leader
Lily is the founder and team leader of Mizuki Travel. With a deep passion for Japanese history, culture, and regional cuisine, she brings a level of care and knowledge to every journey that goes well beyond the typical tour experience. Her style is warm, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic, with a keen eye for photography and a pride in helping travelers capture each moment beautifully.
RegionKyoto
LanguagesJapanese, English, Mandarin
Domestic Travel Services Manager
Ming oversees domestic travel services at Mizuki Travel, making sure every trip runs exactly as planned. With thorough knowledge of Japan's transportation networks, regional accommodations, and local logistics, she handles the details that make the difference between a good trip and a truly seamless one. Attentive, resourceful, and endlessly dependable.
RegionKyoto
LanguagesJapanese, English
Spanish & English Speaking Guide
Nakahashi is a Kansai-based guide who conducts tours in Spanish and English, making Japan accessible to international visitors who want more than a surface-level experience. One of the things that sets Nakahashi apart is a love of guiding in traditional Japanese attire, giving tours a distinctive atmosphere and helping guests feel the culture they are visiting, not just observe it. With a calm, thoughtful presence and a genuine curiosity about the people on each tour, Nakahashi crafts experiences around what guests actually want to see, whether that is history, food, local neighborhoods, or something off the usual path. Flexible, attentive, and always well-prepared.
RegionKansai
LanguagesJapanese, Spanish, English, Mandarin (conversational)
English, Japanese & Mandarin Speaking Guide
Mia is a multilingual guide who enjoys helping international visitors experience Japan in a comfortable and authentic way. Fluent in Japanese and Mandarin, with strong English communication skills, she is able to connect with travelers from a wide range of backgrounds. Born and raised in Tokyo, Mia has a deep familiarity with the city and the wider Kanto region. Having guided visitors on numerous occasions, she enjoys sharing not only Japan's famous landmarks but also the local neighborhoods, hidden gems, and food spots that many travelers might otherwise miss. Whether guests are looking for cultural insights, travel recommendations, or memorable dining experiences, Mia loves helping visitors discover a side of Japan that feels personal, authentic, and uniquely local.
RegionTokyo & Kanagawa
LanguagesJapanese, Mandarin, English
English-Speaking Guide
Suzuki is a Tokyo-based, nationally licensed guide for English-speaking visitors, with 25 years of guiding experience. She leads tours across Japan's most iconic destinations, including Mount Fuji, Nikko, Kyoto, and Hiroshima, drawing on decades of knowledge to help guests connect with the country's history, culture, and everyday life.
RegionTokyo
LanguagesJapanese, English
Kansai Area Guide
Jimmy is an outgoing and friendly Kansai-based guide with a strong knowledge of Japanese history, culture, food, and sightseeing. He has guided extensively across the Kansai region, covering not only the popular highlights but also lesser-visited gems such as Amanohashidate, Miyama, and Katsuo-ji, along with destinations farther afield like Hiroshima and Takayama in Gifu. Whether leading an intimate private group or a larger party, Jimmy loves helping every guest have a great experience in Japan.
RegionKansai
LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Mandarin
Tokyo & Kanagawa Area Guide
Adelina is a Tokyo-based guide covering the greater Tokyo and Kanagawa area, from the city's neighborhoods and hidden corners to day trips out to Kamakura, Yokohama, Hakone, Mount Fuji, and Lake Kawaguchi. With a designer's eye for the visual side of travel and fluency in Japanese, English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, she brings a warm, energetic, and modern touch to every tour, helping guests feel at home wherever they go.
RegionTokyo & Kanagawa
LanguagesJapanese, English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Multicultural Perspective Guide
Emil has lived in Japan for many years as a permanent resident, bringing a genuinely multicultural perspective to every tour. With a deep knowledge of Japanese history and culture — and the insight of someone who has made Japan his home — he is able to share what this country truly feels like from the inside. Based in the Kansai region, Emil is thoroughly familiar with Kyoto, Osaka, and the surrounding area, and he regularly accompanies guests to Tokyo and other regions as well. His unique background allows him to draw connections between Japan and the wider world, offering travelers a richer and more personal understanding of the places they visit.
RegionKansai & Tokyo
LanguagesJapanese, English, Russian, Turkish, German
Each of our guides is available for bespoke and tailor-made journeys. Let us introduce the right companion for your trip.