Hello! This is Haru.
With 2 years of experience as an English-speaking driver, I want visitors to enjoy Shizuoka to the absolute fullest, making the most of the freedom and convenience that only a tour can offer even in a short amount of time!
I aim to leverage my strengths as a local to flexibly meet diverse requests ⭐

On October 15th, I took a family of six from Colombia travelling on the Celebrity Millennium on a three-hour tour, including their adorable one-year-old baby.

Our first stop was Ryugeji Temple, a peaceful place with friendly staff who explained everything so well!
I highly recommend this temple for families traveling with babies.
They can soak in the relaxing atmosphere while enjoying a green tea service with a side of Japanese sweets, and get the chance to wear traditional Japanese Kimono.

After that, we visited Ocha Kaikan (Green tea Hall), where we could see tea farms and tea leaves.
The family were curious about how to make Japanese green tea and matcha, as well as the differences between Chinese and Japanese tea, so we talked about all of these topics.

Did you know that Shizuoka is Japan’s iconic green tea heartland, accounting for roughly 32% to 35% of the country’s total tea production? Cultivation dates back to 1244 when Buddhist monk Shoichi Kokushi brought tea seeds from China, later flourishing under samurai resettlement and the opening of Shimizu Port!

Our final stop was at Minowa Inari Shrine, a peaceful place with a calm atmosphere.
It wasn’t crowded, so we could enjoy the quiet surroundings.
I think the family really enjoyed the relaxing time there. Especially the adorable baby!!

It was a lovely day exploring Shizuoka with this wonderful family from Colombia!
I hope I get to see them again in Shizuoka in the future.

🗻It’s not too late to book your private custom tour for October & November!

Discover the best of Shizuoka and nearby areas with a local English-speaking driver — from iconic, breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji to hidden gems, historic spots, and authentic culinary delights that you won’t find in standard guidebooks. ✨