Choose the day, not just the place.
Where a weekday can help you avoid weekend crowds — and where holidays, special events or closing days matter more. I’ll explain when changing the day is worth it.
PLACES THAT FEEL LIKE YOU.
Your Tokyo.
At your pace.
Tokyo recommendations with the context a list of sights can miss: when a weekday is worth choosing, when the day matters less, and when a famous stop may not be worth your money.
I’ve lived in Tokyo for years. I’ll share what I would choose for you — and what I would skip — with honest reasons, practical checks, and no commission from the places I recommend.
See my first 20% free5 places + a handwritten letter, free · Complete 25-place PDF: US$100 per group · Delivered by email
Personally selected by a longtime Tokyo resident.
My experience, my recommendations, my care for your day.
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the landmarks.
THE DETAILS BEHIND A GOOD RECOMMENDATION
What I’d tell a friend
before they go.
Famous doesn’t always mean worth it.
If I think a stop offers poor value for your interests or budget, I’ll say so. You’ll get the reason, what to compare, and another option, rather than a recommendation based on fame alone.
A local perspective, with a reason.
The small practical details that broad travel lists can miss. I combine my own judgment with checked information, and distinguish personal opinions from facts and things that still need confirming.
Your free preview also comes with a personal letter, handwritten in Japanese. Keep it as a small hello from Tokyo, and use an image-translation app to discover what it says.
旅のしおり
A personal booklet. Thoughtful little details.
A day you can make your own.
FROM MY PHOTO ALBUM
Little moments. A different side of Japan.
Street corners, traditions, and evenings I’ve photographed. A few glimpses of what makes exploring special.
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A FAIR QUESTION
“Couldn’t I just
ask AI?”
You can. AI can be a useful starting point for a trip. What I offer is my own perspective from years of living in Tokyo — and the time and care to think about your day.
A famous sight might be just right for you. So might a tiny shop that means the world to someone who shares your hobby. I want to understand what makes you light up, then explain why I think a place belongs in your trip.
I use AI to help research and put the booklet together. I personally choose what to recommend, check the details, and refine the selection. The recommendations I send are my responsibility.
You don’t have to take my word for it.
See 20% of your personalized booklet for free. Read the suggestions and the reasons behind them. Pay for the remaining 80% only if you feel, “Yes — this is my kind of Tokyo.”
A LITTLE LESS PLANNING. A LITTLE MORE TOKYO.
Your discoveries, collected
in one beautiful place.
A personal PDF booklet you can save on your phone. With places picked for your interests, reasons to visit, practical details, and map links.
- Personal recommendations, with a reason for each choice
- Local tips to enjoy each place and avoid wasting time or money
- Food ideas that take your preferences into account
- Map links and alternatives for a change of plans
Made with care. Your PDF arrives as an email attachment, ready to save on your phone.
Booklets and request emails are available in English, Traditional Chinese, and Korean. Choose your preferred language in the form. The handwritten letter stays in Japanese.
These are free preview samples. 5 places + a handwritten Japanese letter. The full collection offers 25 places, with even more local tips and practical advice.
These samples show the detail in your free preview: 5 places across two pages, plus a handwritten Japanese letter. Your own preview is personalized. Select a page to enlarge it, or open the HTML for map links. The complete paid PDF contains 25 places, including your first 5. The 20% refers to place count, not page count; the letter is a gift.
FROM “WHAT IF” TO “LET’S GO”
A few details.
A day that fits.
Your request and first 5 places are free.
Pay US$100 per group only if you want
the complete 25-place PDF.
Tell me about your trip.
Use the Google Form to share your travel group, interests, food preferences, and the kinds of places you’d enjoy.
A few extra details, if needed.
I may email a few extra questions to understand you better. If I do, reply so I can shape the preview around your answers.
See your first 20%.
Within 3 calendar days after I have all the answers I need, I’ll email your free PDF: 5 places, useful local notes, and a handwritten Japanese letter.
Decide if it feels right.
If you want 20 more places, pay US$100 per group using the PayPal invoice I email you. Email any small adjustment requests when you pay; if there are none, simply say so.
Receive all 25 places by email.
Within 3–7 calendar days after I confirm payment and your adjustment preferences, I’ll email the complete PDF with all 25 places. Choose the places you like; this is not a timetable or a route to follow.
I send a PayPal invoice by email. You can pay by card or PayPal; guest card checkout depends on PayPal eligibility.
YOUR FIRST 20% · FREE
5 places, chosen for you.
Five detailed recommendations with reasons, Google Maps and official links, tips for enjoying each place, and relevant cautions. Your handwritten Japanese letter is included as a gift. Essential cautions for these places are included here, too.
No card details. No obligation to buy.
THE REMAINING 80% · ONLY IF YOU WANT IT
25 places in total · US$100 per group
Get 20 additional recommendations, collected with your first 5 in one PDF. Each comes with reasons and practical context, plus personalized notes on choosing well, comparing value, avoiding unwanted sales pressure, and making the most of your time and money.
One payment through PayPal · No subscriptionI personally research, check, and refine your booklet, and may visit places when needed. Your free PDF arrives within 3 calendar days after I have the necessary answers. Your complete PDF arrives within 3–7 calendar days after payment and adjustment preferences are confirmed. Calendar days include weekends and holidays.
A NOTE FROM YOUR LOCAL EDITOR
A city I love.
A day I want you to love.
あなたを想う、おもてなし。
I live in Tokyo, Japan, and love exploring different parts of the city. My hobbies are cycling, photography, and ayatori, a game of making shapes with string.
I used to be a high school teacher. Today, I work as a full-stack engineer developing applications.
I’d like to share that Tokyo with you. If you’re traveling with children, I’ll think about what might spark their curiosity, how much they can comfortably do, and where everyone can take a break. If you love a particular hobby, I’ll look beyond the obvious to find places that matter to you.
To me, omotenashi means thinking carefully about the person I’m welcoming. It’s the reason I read your answers, ask when something needs clarifying, and personally check and refine the selection before sending it.
I want you to open your booklet and feel that someone has really thought about your trip.
Contact & personal profiles
If you have any questions, send me a DM on Instagram or X, or email me. I’ll do my best to reply the same day (Japan time).
LET’S START WITH YOU
What does your
Tokyo look like?
Tell us a little about your trip. A favorite game, your weekend hobby, or a food you’ve always wanted to try is a great place to start.
There’s no perfect answer.
Just your kind of day.
Please share preferences only: no passport details, booking numbers, medical information, or full names of travel companions. I use your email address only to send your PDFs and contact you to confirm or clarify details of your request. I keep your request details for 12 months after delivery, then delete them. See the privacy notice for details.
YOUR FIRST STEP
A few details.
Plenty of possibilities.
Start with the Google Form — sharing your preferences is free. I may email a few follow-up questions to make the recommendations more personal. Once the necessary answers are complete, your free 5-place PDF and handwritten letter arrive by email within 3 calendar days.
- YOUR PEOPLEWho’s traveling, when, and which areas interest you.
- YOUR FAVORITESHobbies, food, little obsessions, and things you’d love to try.
- YOUR COMFORTCrowd preferences, places to skip, and your budget.
No payment or card details to start. The form opens in a new tab.
A LITTLE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR ANSWERS
“We’re a couple who love jazz records, film photography, and coffee. Small independent shops would be perfect. We prefer quieter places and would love to try matcha desserts.”
A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT WONDER
Before you go.
What do I get for free?
Your request, any follow-up questions by email, and a personalized PDF with 5 recommended places are free. Each place includes reasons, links, and useful local context. A handwritten Japanese letter is included, for you to translate with an image-translation app if you wish. Five places are 20% of the complete 25-place collection; this is not a percentage of pages. The samples show the level of detail, not a booklet sent unchanged to everyone.
Why pay when I could use AI myself?
You can absolutely plan with AI yourself. My service adds my perspective from years of living in Tokyo, personal choices based on your interests, and the care I put into checking and adjusting your day. The free 20% gives you a chance to judge that value for yourself before spending anything.
Do you use AI to make the booklet?
Yes. I use AI to help with research, drafting, and creating the booklet, which I export and deliver as a PDF. I personally decide what to recommend, check the information, and refine the selection and details around you. My experience and judgment guide the recommendations. I don’t claim to have visited every place I recommend.
What happens after I send the Google Form?
I read your answers and may email a few additional questions. Once I have the necessary answers, I prepare and email your free PDF within 3 calendar days. If I ask for more details, this period starts after your reply. There is no charge for the request or the preview.
What if the preview isn’t for me?
You can stop there. There is no obligation to buy the remaining 80%, no automatic charge, and no subscription. I want you to continue because you’re excited about the day.
How much is the full booklet?
US$100 per travel group, paid once through PayPal. The complete PDF includes 25 places: your 5 free recommendations plus 20 more, with additional local tips for enjoying Tokyo and avoiding wasted time or money. There is no subscription. These are places to choose from, not 25 stops you must visit, a timetable, or a prescribed route.
How do payment and delivery work?
After your free preview, I email a PayPal invoice if you want the complete booklet. Email any small adjustment requests when you pay, or say that no adjustments are needed. I email the complete PDF as an attachment within 3–7 calendar days after payment and adjustment preferences are confirmed. This is personally researched and edited, sometimes with an on-site check, so delivery is not instant. I do not visit every place for every request.
Can I cancel or get a refund after paying?
You may decide not to purchase at any time before payment. The complete booklet is made to order, and work begins after I confirm payment. After payment, cancellations and refunds are not available for a change of mind, a changed or cancelled trip, places you decide not to visit, or dissatisfaction based only on personal preference. If I charge the wrong amount, cannot deliver within the agreed period without an agreed extension, or cannot correct a wrong or unusable file within a reasonable time, I will provide an appropriate correction or refund. This does not limit rights that cannot legally be excluded or rights available through your card issuer or PayPal.
Do you check food allergy safety?
Food recommendations reflect your tastes, not an assessment of allergy safety. I do not research or verify allergen suitability or cross-contact. Please do not submit allergy or medical details. If these matters affect your choices, investigate them yourself and confirm directly with each venue before visiting or eating.
Can I request changes?
This is a made-to-order PDF, not an ongoing consultation service. Email small preferences when you pay, such as a little more architecture and less shopping. I’ll incorporate them where feasible before delivery. A new theme, a full rewrite, or revisions after delivery are not included. I will correct mistakes in my own content.
Do you make reservations or join us on the day?
This service provides a personalized PDF collection of places. You choose where to go. We do not recommend specific transport or accommodation services, or take part in their booking or contracts. Reservations, tickets, transport purchases, and an accompanying guide are not included.
How do you handle my personal information?
I use your answers and email address only to prepare and deliver your PDFs and to communicate about your request. Names and email addresses are never given to AI tools. Request details are kept for 12 months after delivery and then deleted; you can ask for earlier deletion by email at any time. The privacy notice lists what is collected, where it is stored and how long it is kept.
MORE MOMENTS TO DISCOVER
From lively streets to glowing nights.
There is more than one way to enjoy Japan. Let your curiosity lead.
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