Certified Guide Introductions

We will design your Hakone! As Hakone's first journey designer who coordinates your trip to Hakone, we will design Hakone to suit your tastes, including the rich nature that changes with the seasons, a variety of world-class art, rich food, and wonderful spaces! Born and raised in Hakone, we will design your Hakone by utilizing the knowledge and network we have cultivated through the various sightseeing spots in Hakone! Currently working mainly on coordination!

As a professional guide interpreter, I am honoured to assist inboud tourists to Hakoke, the first-class destination in Japan, to achieve her/his goal to enjoy it. Why don't you join me and find the allure of Hakone whether it is fine day or not?

"Now and long ago, the trip to Hakone starts here." At Hakone Sekisho.I learned for about three years at Hakone Sekisho, and I learned that Hakone has a variety of fun, such as nature, history, culture and play.My learning continues so that I can send out the charm of Hakone. "All journey begins with Hakone DMO for the future.” Everyone, please start traveling from Hakone Sekisho.

I started living in Kawasaki City when I got a job, and I still live there. I wanted to use my favorite English to convey the charm of Japan to people visiting Japan, so I acquired a license as a licensed guide interpreter.

I will guide you mainly in northern Hakone known as Sengokuhara/Kojiri areas. These areas are fairly flat and easy to walk. You will meet wild birds insects and kinds of wild flowers and plants, some of wchich are unique in Japan.We may even spot wild mamals. Let's enjoy the nature together!

I am engaged in mountain walking activities in the Hakone Outer Rim Mountains and lakeshore of Lake Ashi, mainly along the Hakone Old Highway. Several times a month, we are hosting an event in which participants walk along the cobblestone pavement wearing ASHINAKA (straw sandals with no toes or heels). Walk through forests, mountain trails, and lakeshores to improve your physical and mental health. I will help you build your health in Hakone.

He lives in Hakone and works as a guide and an Agile coach.
Let's make wonderful memories through experiencing nature in Sengokuhara.
He also works as a Scrum Master/Agile Coach in the IT industry.

After teaching Japanese abroad and teaching English at some junior high schools in Japan, I became a guide interpreter because I wanted to convey more about the good points of Japan. I grew up in Kanagawa and have been attached to Hakone since I was a child. Let's enjoy Hakone, which is full of attractions such as Hakone Marquetry, cedar trees, and Owakudani!

I was born in Mishima at the foot of Hakone. After studying English in Canada, I worked as an office worker, and I got an English guide license in 2015. I love beautiful nature, peaceful historical sites, traditions, and warm-hearted locals in Hakone. Why don't you enjoy an adventure in Hakone with me?

I am a professional English tour guide focused in Hakone, Tokyo, and the surrounding areas. Let’s visit Hakone leaving hustles and bustles of the cities behind and experience great nature and history. I will show you some best spots. I will take you to beautiful gardens, museums, hot springs, and so on based on your preference. Lived in the U.S. for 18 years and visited 23 countries.

As an international flight attendant, I became interested in the well-being of the mind, body, and society. In1999, I started working on the theme of "Olfactory x Psychology x Sustainability". Based in Hakone in2021, I have been promoting wellbeing through the use of psychology and physiology.

I studied Japanese art ,architecture,and painting such as UKIYOE at KEIO university, and worked for an American Company.I love dogs,hot spring,and nature,so I hope that people,animals,and nature can live in peace together.I want many people to know the wonderfulness of Hakone!!

Greetings from Hakone, Japan! I'm Hiro, a National English-speaking guide. Hakone is one of Tokaido fifty-three stations on old highway between Tokyo and Kyoto. You can be travelers from the old days! What are you going to do in Hakone? Visiting art museums, hot spring bathing, hiking, and visiting shrines and temples, you have a lot of options!! I will make your trips wonderful in Hakone. Come and visit me! See you soon!