Hugh
***Please note that this is three stage process: We would agree on destinations to be included. 2. I would compile an overview. 3. If that is accepted, the guest agrees to receive a detailed itinerary including information about attractions, activities and transit details.
**Depending on the guest's length of stay and the time required to produce the tour itinerary document the guest may be quoted a fee of my hourly rate up to a maximum charge of (8) eight hours and if satisfied, to agree to accept that (subject to some reasonable amendments), the agreement to receive the itinerary would be a binding contract to agree to pay for the itinerary with no further obligation to accept it as a tour offer.
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Languages Japanese ( Professional ), English ( Native )
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About
Hi!
Thanks for reviewing my profile.
I am Australian, from Sydney originally but my life with Japan and its culture and history spans 30 odd years and I have been a Hiroshima resident for 18 of those 30 years.
I joined Triple Lights just recently but be assured I have led many tours in Hiroshima and more widely throughout metropolitan and regional Japan, sharing conversations about the unique society, its fascinating culture and history. I also have written several tourism blogs for inbound tour companies and also the Hiroshima Prefectural Tourism Bureau.
I speak fluent Japanese and I have immersed myself in the experience of living here in modern and traditional culture and spent many years studying martial arts Aikido and Iaido. I also have a strong interest in Buddhist teachings. My Japanese calligraphy work over the years has been received recognition and several awards and commissions both in Japan and elsewhere.
I'm looking forward to spending a great experience sharing the culture and history of Hiroshima with you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make changes after I book?
Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email
Starting and ending points of the tour.
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Is the price per person or per group?
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Can I add more people to my booking?
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Will there be other tourists in my tour?
No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.
Can the guide pickup me at the airport?
Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.
I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?
Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.
Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel in the first 14 day(s) before the meeting date ,there is a 100% charge.
- If you cancel between 15 and 29 day(s) in advance of the meeting date ,there is a 50% charge.
- If you cancel at least 30 day(s) in advance of the meeting date, there is a 100% refund.
“ An amazing day with Hugh!! ”
Hugh had our day perfectly planned and rolled with everything we wanted to do. We took every sort of transportation all day long which was really fun. He is very knowledgeable and shared so much with us. His confident manner put us all at ease for our journey with him. He was a joy to share time with and to show us Hiroshima. I would recommend him every time!
Thanks for the fabulous review Julie! It was a total pleasure sharing the day with you all. My best to everyone. Hugh
“ Hugh - An Amazaing Day in Hiroshima. ”
I can thoroughly recommend Hugh as your Tour Guide for Japan. He guided our group of 15 on our recent tour of Hiroshima and right from the start he made us feel both welcome and comfortable. Hugh met us at Hiroshima Station and then proceeded to guide us on what was a very compact tour (owing to our own time constraints) of Miyajima Shrine and Hiroshima City. It also included a lunchtime visit to the great Lopez Restaurant in Hiroshima for some fabulous Okonomiyaki. Hugh was more like a family member than a tour guide and we all thoroughly enjoyed our day. We were only sorry that we didn't have more time to spend with Hugh in Hiroshima. Thanks HUGH for a great day...*****
I think was a great pleasure sharing the day with you all. Thanks Barrie for such a glowing review! Best, Hugh
“ Responsive guide ”
Our ship was 5 hours late getting to Hiroshima and immigration took hours more. Hugh was terrific and able to give us a wonderful experience even though we had only half the original time. We enjoyed our day and learned a lot in our first stp in Japan.
Hi Noreen! Thanks for the great review. Clear and to the point. You are a charming couple and it was a pleasure sharing the afternoon with you. Wishing a wonderful remainder of your trip. Best to you both, Hugh
“ Great experience ”
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Everyone enjoyed a lot. Thanks.
“ Knows anything and everything Hiroshima ... and the whole of Japan! ”
Hugh is very knowledgeable in not just Hiroshima, but most places in Japan. So we were able to pick his brain and learnt more about Japan. He is extremely helpful and gave us a very insightful tour of Miyajima, took us to eat sushi, and drove us to Kintaikyo Bridge in Iwakuni. He knew everything and was very informative throughout the day. Very, very good tour guide. We did feel a bit rushed towards the end of our tour and the drive home was very fast but I suppose we did start an hour later than his initial proposal. Still, he managed to take us to all the places he wanted to showcase. He even suggested dinner spots for us and we went to one and it was amazing and delicious - thank you Hugh!
Thanks so much for the glowing and qualified review! I hope I can be of service again in the future. Best regards, Hugh
