Our members
English
Keiichi SASAGAWA
[Speciality]
Japanese culture, History, Snow country culture, public administration
[Guide Achievements]
Guide: Niigata Pref. Nagano Pref. Toyama Pref. Kanazawa City, Cruise shore excursions, etc.
Interpreting: business meetings, business seminars, lecture meetings
[Qualification]
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National Guide License (English)
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Itinerary control manager,
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English Proficiency Test Grade 1
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Uji Tea appreciate.
Kumiko MACHIDA
[Speciality]
With 15 years of experience in the travel industry and 15 years of overseas assignment (Malaysia), I am good at providing heartfelt service from a foreigner's perspective. I am also confident in dealing with Muslim and Hindu customers. In Niigata Prefecture, I have a lot of experiences in guiding visitors to the cultural attractions of the snow country.
[Guide Achievements]Major Japanese tourism spots, Hokkaido, Takayama/Shirakawa-go, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe, and other long tours. I have also guided tours in Niigata Prefecture for government agencies, familiarization trips, business meetings, etc.
[Qualification]
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Comprehensive and Domestic Travel Service Supervisor
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Chief Comprehensive Itinerary Management Supervisor
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Interpreter Guide (Niigata Prefecture No. EN00068)(English)
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Registered Long Stay Advisor (Long Stay Foundation)
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Kyoto Tourism and Culture Certification Level 3 and 2
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Kimono Dressing Instructor
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Padi Rescue Diver
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Japan Heriage Sommelier Certification Level 3
Kuniko KAMBE
[Speciality]
Japanese culture, gastronomy, Japanese sake, Jomon culture, Snow country culture
[Guide Achievements]
Guide: Niigata Prefecture (Niigata, Joetsu, Myoko cities), Cruise shore excursions, Educational tours
Interpreting: business meetings, business seminars, lecture meetings
[Qualification]
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National Guide License (English)
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Itinerary control manager
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Teacher's license (Junior / Senior High School English)
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Silver level of Niigata sake certifying exam
Yoshiko KAAN
[Speciality]
Having been brought up in the middle of factories area, manufacturing process and business negotiation are my strong areas in translation. I am naturally skilled to perceive customers’ needs and offer them unforgettable moments with heartful hospitality.
[Guide Achievements]
For cruise excursion, from Hakodate to Hakata, I receive customers at every port and guide them each area in Japan, and I am honored to have received high reviews from them. From individual to a group, from a day tour to a long one of about a week, I serve my customers to make their time happy and precious.
[Qualification]
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National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English)
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The EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency : Grade 1
Yoshiro TAKANO
[Speciality]
Good for business persons or retired business persons or travelers who like walking/ outdoor activities/taking photos/wine or sake tasting/finding healthy Japanese food/ Jazz Piano Trio
[Guide Achievements]
Niigata prefecture, Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Mt. Fuji Five Lakes/Aokigahara Forest, Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route, Nagano, Wild Snow Monkey Park, Matsumoto, Gokayama-Shirakawago, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji, Hiroshima
[Qualification]
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National Guide License (English) in 2010
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EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency: Grade1
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Itinerary control manager
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MBA from University of Michigan's Ross School of Business
Mutsuko WATANABE
[Speciality]
Japanese food culture, fermented food, sake, shrine and temple tours, music, art and culture, Japanese gardens, general politics and economy. Interpretation and translation services are also available.
[Guide Achievements]
Certified as a National Interpreter Guide (English) in 2018. Since then, guiding private clients on sightseeing tours in Niigata City, Shinbata City, and Kyoto City; guiding cruise ship clients on excursions in Niigata; guiding group tours for wealthy class from Singapore and the U.S. (Yuzawa and Tokamachi areas, Niigata City and Sado Island); bus tour guide for participants of the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting . Starting this year, I will be guiding national through-tours from Tokyo to Kansai, to Hiroshima and other cities.
[Qualification]
National Guide Interpreter (English), English Proficiency Test Grade 1,Certified Domestic Itinerary Control Manager, Tokyo Fire Department Lifesaving Skills Certification, An Expert Niigata Sake English Examination Elementary Level
[Appeal Points]
I am available to guide you anytime, anywhere if time permits. Please consult with me.
Naoko TOMIDOKORO
[Speciality]
Good at Japanese culture, pop culture and skiing. (especially anime, tea ceremony and skiing)
[Guide Achievements]
shore excursion(All Japan)
snow country region
[Qualification]
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National guide license、EIKEN(Grade 1st)
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tea ceremony instructor
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SUKEN Grade2 Mathematics certification,
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kimono dressing
Fujiko MAEDA
[Speciality]
Japanese culture, Traditional performing arts, Agriculture
[Guide Achievements]
Group tours, Cruse tours, Individuals guiding experiences in Sado Island, Niigata city, and Murakami city
[Qualification]
National guide license(English), Certified domestic travel services manager, Itinerary control manager
Tomoko ENOMOTO
[Specialty]
Machinery-related interpretation for business negotiations and training
[Achievement]
Tour guide within Niigata Prefecture Interpretation for business negotiations, government offices, journalists, musicians, events, etc. Translation for companies and government offices
[Qualification]
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Practical English Proficiency Test Grade 1
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National Guide License (English)
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Confectionary hygienist
Koichi SATO
[Speciality]
I am so glad to welcome you in Niigata! Tell me anything you want to do. Walking in the nostalgic area? Having tasty Japanese food? Looking for the local gifts with high quality? Hearing your requests, I will arrange your exciting plan.
[Guide Achievements]
I have guided tourists of the cruise ships and individual tourists mainly in Niigata and its suburbs.
The neighboring prefectures are also all right.
[Qualification]
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National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
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The Practical English Proficiency: 1st grade