Macky H.
Available Areas
Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama (Living), Mount Fuji, Other Shizuoka Locations
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
5 days ago
About Tour Guide Macky H.
Hi! I am Macky.
I am glad to accompany you on your tour to Japan and show you the beauty and experiences Japan has to offer.
I am an English tour guide and I have guided many foreign visitors around Kamakura, Nikko, Mt. Fuji and Hakone. I love sightseeing myself and I enjoy food and wine…
I have been interested in intercultural exchanges and have visited many places locally and overseas alike. I have strong passion in Japanese history, culture, and geography. More than just simply showing you the stunning beauty of the places, I love to impart the cultural and historical value of each sightseeing spot.
The place I can guide tourists best is Kamakura which has major shrines and temples with historical and religious details. It can be fun not only to explore Kamakura from historical point of view but also experience various activities such as hiking, rental kimono-clad walking, and learning carving technique as well as soba noodle preparation.
I am flexible. My guide is unique and comprehensive. If you want to make the most out of your trip, I can show you around and make you experience Japan to the fullest. I can accommodate the tour according to your needs and preferences giving you a hassle-free, enjoyable and memorable tour. I can also take you to non tourism places such as various factory tours in Yokohama and Kawasaki City.
Important
Fees for transportation, admission and lunch for the group (including the guide) during the tour will be paid by the customer.
Tours
Feel & Explore Nature & History in Tokyo!
This tour covers the most famous sightseeing places in Tokyo, which gives you a certain big contrast between the man-made nature and livery traditional shopping streets. Through this tour, you will find how Tokyo has been developed from 1868 when the Meiji Restoration was started.
Enjoy splended view of Mt. Fuji and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine!
This tour includes the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji from Miho no Matsubara and Nihondaira, and a georgius and vivid vermillion collared shrine called Kunozan Toshogu Shrine where you will feel Japanese artisan sprit and their masterpieces. Visiting the port seamen's inn will give you an image of how Japanese lived in the Meiji Restoration period about 150 years ago.
Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!
The Kamakura Shogunate, established by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1192, marked the beginning of feudal military government. This period was characterized by the rise of the samurai class and the establishment of a feudal system. It was also marked by both the patronage of Buddhism by the ruling class and the rise of new Buddhist movements that catered to the spiritual needs of the samurai and common people alike. We will explore these facts by visiting some temples and shrines.
Spectacular view of Mt. Fuji and Tea-Picking Experience in Izu Peninsula!
At Sky Garden at the top of Mt. Katsuragi accessible by ropeway in Izunokuni Panorama Park, you can enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Mt. Fuji, Suruga Bay and Hakone, if the weather is fine and clear. After having buffet lunch with local specialties, the young green tea leaves picking experience is waiting for you at Naruya Narusawa.
Exploring the Famous Zen Temples in Kita-Kamakura
There are historically important and famous Zen temples such as Kencho-ji and Engaku-ji in Kita-Kamakura. Among them, Tokei-ji was so unique that it was one of the first nunneries in Japan and obtained an extraterritorial right for a woman to divorce, which was almost impossible at that time. Let’s explore science of mind in Zen Temples!
Enjoy the most magnificent views of Mt. Fuji around Lake Kawaguchiko area!
This is one day tour from Shinjuku Station to the area around Lake Kawaguchi. We take Fuji Panorama Ropeway to Mt. Tenjo to see Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. We visit Oshino Hakkai which is known for its crystal-clear spring water originated from the nearby Mount Fuji. Its eight ponds are formed from the filtered water of the mountain, creating a serene and picturesque environment.
Reviews
Killian R.
“ We did so much. ”
Macky was extremely accommodating. We switched some things up and he went with the flow. I had originally booked someone else who had a health issue. We found it hard to understand him and had to concentrate a lot to understand the information. But we packed it in! We saw a lot.
Macky H.
Thank very much for your review with your honest opinions. Your comments will help me improve my activities as a tour guide from now on. I really appreciate you for taking the time to write your review.
Gary T.
“ Mt Fuji and a great lunch ”
We booked a Celebrity cruise around Japan. To avoid the large, impersonal tours offered by the cruise line we decided to book a private tour in Shimizu (Mt. Fuji). Macy we excellent. He met us at the cruise terminal and showed us how to navigate Japanese public transportation and visit some memorable sites. At Mino no Matsubara we got to see Mt Fuji out of the clouds! We toured several other sites including Sumpu Castle. A highlight was lunch at a historic stop on the Tokaido Road. He sent us an itinerary before our trip and took our suggestions on sites we wanted to see. Unfortunately the ropeway at Nihondaira was closed for repair. We highly recommend him – he speaks very good English and is extremely knowledgeable about Japanese history.
Sadeev K.
“ Great Tour of Hakone ”
Was a great tour , we covered a lot of areas, Macky was great - spoke good English and very knowledgeable. Also, was happy to customise things and improvise
Macky H.
I am very glad that you could enjoy the tour. I appreciated that you were so punctual to the schedule which is very important when we travel by the public transportation in rural areas. I wish you have an excellent and memorable journey in Japan. Macky Hagiya
Isabel C.
“ Most Impressive Shizuoka Sightseeing Tour ”
We like to thank our guide Macky for this wonderful and most impressive tour across the Shizuoka area. The tour has been well prepared by our guide. We received a detailed itinerary in advance which covered all our interests. We can highly recommend Macky as a guide due to his sound knowledge of Japanese culture, social life and geography. We have appreciated very much the skillfulness and English language competence of our guide.
Macky H.
Dear Isabel and Michael, Thank you very much for your review, which I am really appreciated and encourage me a lot for my future work as a guide. What makes me so pleased was that you were satisfied with the tour though the weather was not with our side and we couldn't see Mt. Fuji. I wish you keep happy and enjoyable journey. Best regards, Macky Hagiya