Founder and CEO

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Born in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, I have lived in Hokkaido, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. For the past 25 years, I have made Kagurazaka my home. With a desire for travelers visiting Japan from overseas to travel as lightly as possible and to experience as much of Japan's wonderful traditional culture as they can, I established EDO KAGURA Corporation in December 2021. By providing clothing rentals, we make it easier for travelers to enjoy their trips and appreciate the charm of Japan's traditional culture. It is a great joy for us when many customers become fans of Japan and return as repeat visitors.

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Career

 

Worked at Daiwa Institute of Research, Deutsche Securities, Credit Suisse Securities, and Schonfeld (1995-2020)
Founded EDO KAGURA Co., Ltd. in 2021

Graduated from Hokkaido University, Faculty of Law

Certified Domestic Travel Service Supervisor

Tour Guide

Born in Tokyo; lived in the United States from 3rd to 9th grade. 
I am very attracted to this job, where I can personally introduce Japan to my overseas customers. During my time at Sony Music, I frequently had the chance to attend to overseas artists and staff who came to Japan, and I believe I can utilize that experience here. Another best thing about this work is that I also get to acquire new knowledge and learn more about Japanese history and culture at first hand. I wish to make your Japanese trip unforgettable, making you want to come back again!

Career

 

Former worker at Sony Music Entertainment Inc. Freelance interpreter and translator

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Graduate of International Christian University in Tokyo

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Tour Guide

Born in Tokyo. I first visited the US at the age of 15 and was fascinated by the cultural differences. This led me to study abroad at UC Davis and then get a job at an international food company. A few years of work in Switzerland made me realize the charm of Japan and I started doing a guide. I love sharing the lifestyles, cultural differences, and the way Japanese people think, etc., based on my experience in the US and Europe. My goal is to make guests' stay in Japan the most enjoyable and the most memorable one!

Career

 

Worked at Nestle Japan Co., Ltd. (1988-2021)
Tourist guide in Tokyo (2022-)

 

Graduated from the Department of Food Science, Graduate School of Home Economics, Ochanomizu University

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Tour Guide

Born and raised in Tokyo, currently residing in Kanagawa Prefecture. With a personality that loves to talk and the ability to speak multiple languages, my life has been blessed with friends and family, and I have gained a wealth of experiences from both successes and failures. Just as languages have shaped me, I now want to use languages to help others, which led me to become interested in working as a guide.

Career

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Worked at JAL Navia Co., Ltd., IMI Co., Ltd., and an English conversation school in Seoul, Korea

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Graduated from Tokyo Woman's Christian University, Faculty of Contemporary Cultures, Department of Regional Cultures​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Tour Guide

 

Born in Niigata, Japan, and raised in Tokyo, I also participated in various summer schools in the United States from an early age. After attending summer schools in the States and Europe several times, I decided to study at a school in San Francisco. It was eye-opening for me to realize that many people were interested in, and even fascinated by, Japanese culture, food, and history. Now, with experience working in Europe and the States, it has become one of my passions to introduce the beauty of experiencing Japan to those visiting from abroad. I am excited to share the beautiful feeling of exploring a new city through its sights, conversations, people, and experiences with you!

Career

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Worked in Balletmet, Opéra National de Bordeaux.
Graduate from San Francisco ballet school,
Yashima Gakuen University International High School, Tokyo Gakugei University international secondary school

Tour Guide

 

I was born in Chiba, but I’ve had the privilege of growing up in Groningen, The Netherlands, and the Bay Area, U.S.A., where I lived from 3rd to 12th grade. Living in such different parts of the world made me fall in love with meeting people from all kinds of cultural backgrounds, and that’s what inspired me to become a tour guide! 

I absolutely love talking to people and connecting with different cultures. Whether it was volunteering at the San Francisco Airport’s travel aid agency, working with kids at a bilingual Chinese-English childcare, or tutoring my peers (many of whom were immigrants). 

I also have a big love for performing! Whether it’s singing, dancing, cheering, or even musicals, I’ve always enjoyed bringing energy and joy to others. I try to bring that same enthusiasm to my tours, making them fun, personal, and memorable—just like exploring Tokyo with a local friend.

I’m honored to guide you through Kagurazaka and will do my very best to make this experience unforgettable. Let’s make some amazing memories together. Welcome, and I can’t wait to meet you!

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Volunteered at

SFO Travelers Information Volunteer
Dreamers and Thinkers Inc.
San Mateo High School Peer2Peer Tutoring

Education

 

Graduated from San Mateo High School

Currently enrolled at Waseda University, Global Political Economy Major

Tour Guide

 

I was born and raised in Shizuoka, where you can see Mt Fuji. I studied Japanese teaching at university and now work as a professional Japanese language teacher. I like to help people in need in foreign countries. I have traveled to many countries, spending about 5 years in New Zealand, England, Netherlands, and Poland. The locals were always very kind and helpful, and their help made my trips amazing. So now I would love to help all foreigners. You may have many concerns and questions if you travel to a country where you don't speak the language, Let us help you to solve those problems and make your trip to Japan the most memorable experience ever!
I love food! Not only sushi and ramen, but I know a lot of dishes that local people love, and I can introduce you to some of the best food in Japan!

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Career

Japanese teacher at Auckland Girls Grammar School (2013-2014)
Tsukasa Seika Japanese sweets shop 2016 - 2017
MIMATSU Co., Ltd. Luxury Kimono shop 2017-.2018
Lingoclass.Co., Ltd. Asian Language School in UK 2018 - 2020
Freelance Japanese teacher 2018 - now