About Japan Guide Stars
We connect travelers
with the real Japan
Founded by local experts who believe the best travel stories happen beyond the guidebook.
Our Story
Born from a passion
for authentic experiences
Japan Guide Stars was created by local residents who saw a gap between what mass tourism offered and what Japan truly is. Too many visitors left having seen only the surface — the same crowded spots, the same rushed itineraries.
We set out to change that. By partnering with passionate local guides — historians, chefs, artisans, and lifelong residents — we create tours that reveal the layers of Japanese culture that most visitors never see.
Every tour is a carefully crafted experience: small groups, deep knowledge, and genuine human connection. That's not marketing — it's what our 4,700+ five-star reviews reflect.
Track Record
Numbers that speak for themselves
What Makes Us Different
More than a tour company
Small Groups, Big Moments
Maximum 8 guests per tour. Your guide knows your name, not your ticket number.
Licensed Local Experts
Every guide is a certified professional with deep roots in the community they serve.
Flexible & Unhurried
No rigid scripts. If a hidden alley catches your eye, we explore it together.
Bilingual Support
English-speaking guides with native Japanese fluency for authentic local interactions.
Proven Quality
8,149+ five-star reviews on TripAdvisor — our guests are our best ambassadors.
Door-to-Door Convenience
Hotel pickup available for most tours. We handle the logistics so you can focus on the experience.
Corporate Information
Company Profile
| Company Name | Contents Like LLC (Contents Like 合同会社) |
|---|---|
| Trade Name | Japan Guide Stars |
| Representative | Tachinami Hidenori |
| Head Office | 3-4-9 Akatsuka Shinmachi, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 175-0093, Japan |
| Branch Office | Shinjuku Daikan Plaza City 1-210, 7-19-22 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan |
| Phone | 080-4169-1595 |
| Travel Registration | Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-8877 |
| Affiliation | Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) |
Ready to see the Japan
the guidebooks miss?
Browse our curated tours and find your perfect experience.