Local Eats
Discover neighborhood izakayas, hidden restaurants, and the places locals return to. Good food, good conversation, and a taste of everyday Japan.
The Experience
A more personal way to experience Japan.
Spend time in Japan as if you’re with a local friend.
Forget the checklist. Discover neighborhood favorites, everyday places, and the little moments that make a trip memorable. No fixed itinerary — just time shaped around what you love.
Moments to Explore
These aren’t fixed tours.
Think of them as possibilities — we’ll shape the experience around you.
Local Life
Wander through quiet backstreets, explore small local shops, and experience the rhythm of everyday life beyond the usual tourist routes.
Nature Escape
Step away from the busy streets and discover a quieter side of Japan — from peaceful green spaces to scenic places worth slowing down for.
Made Around You
Your time. Your interests. Your Japan.
Tell me what you’re into. I’ll put together something that feels right for you. Whether it’s an evening of local food, a slow afternoon exploring neighborhoods, or a little bit of everything, we’ll make it your own.
- 01
Tell me what you love.
Share your interests, travel dates, and the kind of experience you’re looking for.
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I’ll suggest a plan.
I’ll put together an idea based on your interests and the time you have.
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Let’s explore together.
Meet up, discover local places, and enjoy Japan at your own pace.
The Essentials
Before you book.
- Duration
- Typically around 3–4 hours, with flexible options.Shorter afternoons and full days can be arranged.
- Group Size
- Designed for small groups, typically 1–4 guests.
- Languages
- English and Japanese.
- Location
- Tokyo, Kanagawa, and Fukuoka.
- Pricing
- Pricing is shared after we discuss your plans.
- What’s Included
- A conversation about what you’d like to do, a plan shaped around you, and time with a local host.Meals, transport, and entry fees are talked through together as we plan — nothing is assumed.
- Booking & Cancellation
- We talk it through, I suggest a plan, we confirm the details and pricing together, and then it’s settled.Full refund if you cancel 7+ days before your date. 50% refund if you cancel 3–6 days before. No refund within 2 days of your date.
Good to know
Where do we meet?
We’ll decide together, once we’ve talked through your plans and where you’re staying.
What if it rains?
A rainy day may mean a different plan. We’ll adjust together, and by booking you understand the plan may change with the weather.
Allergies or dietary needs?
Please tell me in advance, so I can choose places that work for you.
Are you traveling with children?
Please let me know when you get in touch, so the day can be shaped around everyone.
Anything else to keep in mind?
Please look after your own belongings and health during the day, and consider travel insurance. I’ll always do my best to keep things safe and comfortable.
Your Local Host
More than a guide. A local connection.
TashibuI’m Tashibu, a local based in Tokyo. I started doing this because the best memories from my own travels often came from the everyday places and people I discovered along the way.
I want to share that side of Japan with you — the neighborhood favorites, the little discoveries, and the places that rarely make it into a guidebook.
No script. No fixed route. Just a good day together.
Let’s Make It Happen
Let’s make your time in Japan memorable.
Tell me when you’re coming, who you’re traveling with, and what you’d love to experience. I’ll help you put together something personal.