Guide Profile : Katie

Global Perspective, Nature, and Wellness Advocate



Katie

Katie

Favourite Places

Tanuki Lake

Tanuki Lake:

A peaceful spot with incredible views of Mt. Fuji, beautiful trails, and fantastic photo opportunities.

Fujinomiya

Fujinomiya:

Perfect for those interested in history, culture, or local food like Fujinomiya Yakisoba.

The Story

Inspired to become a guide after living abroad and realizing my passion for connecting with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

My goal is to make your day fun, relaxing, and memorable. I can’t wait to show you the best of Shizuoka!

🌺 Hobbies

Yoga, hiking, cooking, and traveling. Being outdoors always helps me relax, and I enjoy discovering beautiful places to share with my guests.

🏠How I spend my day-off

You’ll usually find me hiking with my family and our dog or enjoying the peaceful nature. I also love spending time at home playing board games with family and friends.

🍴 Favourite Food

Fresh fruit and Sushi! I also enjoy introducing visitors to delicious local food around Shizuoka.

🌊 Favourite Places

Tanuki Lake
This is one of my favorite places in Shizuoka, and I often visit it in my free time. It’s a peaceful spot with incredible views of Mt. Fuji, beautiful walking trails, and fantastic photo opportunities throughout the year.

Fujinomiya
If you’re interested in history, culture, or local food, you’ll love Fujinomiya! I can show you famous places like Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, as well as introduce you to local specialties such as Fujinomiya Yakisoba.
If you have any dietary requirements, I’m also happy to recommend vegan and vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Shizuoka.

🛫 Overseas Travel and Living Experience

I lived in the Philippines for three years, where I met people from many different countries, cultures, and backgrounds.
I’ve also traveled to China, Singapore, New Zealand, and Taiwan, so I understand both the excitement and little worries that come with traveling abroad.

⭐ Why I Became a Guide

The experiences from the Philippines made me realize how much I enjoy connecting with people from around the world and inspired me to become a tour guide.

💙 Message to Our Guests

My goal is to make your day fun, relaxing, and memorable. I’m friendly, easy to talk to, and happy to adjust the tour to match your interests and pace.
Whether you want to see amazing Mt. Fuji or nature views, learn about Japanese culture, enjoy local food, or simply have a wonderful day with a local guide. I’d love to help make your trip special.
I can’t wait to meet you and show you the best of Shizuoka!

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Sights and Experience from Shimizu Port

■Shimizu Area

S-Pulse Dream Plaza (Shimizu Port), Shimizu  Ryugeji Temple, Shimizu  Seishintei Tea House, Shimizu Funakoshi Tsutsumi Park, Shizuoka, Shimizu  Shimizu Ekimae Ginza Shopping Street, Shimizu  Shimizu Fish Market, Riverside Market, Shimizu  Shimizu Port Seamen’s Inn Museum”SUEHIRO”, Shimizu  Minowa Inari Shrine, Shimizu  Shimizuminato Jirocho Seika (Jirocho’s Birthplace), Shimizu  Miho no Matsubara  Nihondaira ( Yume-Terrace)  Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan  Nihondaira Ropeway  Nippondaira Hotel  Kunozan Toshogu Shrine  Satta Pass  Jiji-in Temple, Shizuoka  ▲Shizuoka City Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art 【Long-Term Closure】

■Shizuoka Area

Oden Yokocho ( Aoba Yokocho), Shizuoka  Shizuoka City Museum of History  Shizuoka Gofuku-cho Shopping Street  Shizuoka Hobby Square  Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, Shizuoka  Sumpu Castle Park, Shizuoka

■Eastern Shizuoka Area

Lake Ashi (Ashinoko)  Hakone Area  Owakudani Valley, Hakone  Mishima Sky Walk  Fuji Safari Park  Fuji Bussharito Heiwa Park, Gotemba  Gotemba Premium Outlets, Gotemba  Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, Shizuoka  Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, Fuji-City  Jinba Falls, Fujinomiya  Lake Tanuki  Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya  Taiseki-Ji Temple, Fujinomiya  Obuchi-sasaba, Fuji-City

■Close to Mt.Fuji

Oshino Hakkai  Lake Kawaguchi  Lake Motosu  Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba  Arakurayama Sengen Park, Fujiyoshida  Kitaguchihongu Fuji Sengenjinja, Fujiyoshida  Narusawa Ice Cave  Yurari Hot Springs (Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari)