Guide profile:
As of March 2012, I will no longer be accepting reservations. From March I have joined the Walk Japan team and leading exceptional tours in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nikko, the Nakasendo Way, Kamakura and other sites in Japan.
Your support here at viator has been exceptional and much appreciated.
To the many friends that I have made over the last few years I say a big thank you and I hope that we meet again soon in Japan.
Thank you,
Patrick
As a university student I majored in Japanese history and have lived in Japan for 39 years since graduating. During that time, I have taught Japanese history at an international school and have often led small groups on tours around Tokyo, Kamakura, Nikko, Kyoto, Himeji and other off the beaten path locations.
I enjoy explaining the culture and history of my adopted country to visitors who want to discover, experience, and learn about Japan at a deeper level.
Recent reviews of this tour guide:
Fiona P.
Patrick is a fantastic tour guide! There aren't enough characters for me to write just how much of an awesome tour we had in Tokyo with him. He's extremely organised and very flexible with the tour. His knowledge of Japanese history is impeccable and my husband had a ball asking question after question. Patrick took us to some wonderful hidden places that we never would have seen if it wasn't for him and he never rushed us in our tour (we did 2.5 hours overtime!). You won't be disappointed!!! :)
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Tour guide services/sample itinerary:
Personalised guides to;
- Tokyo tours
- Little Kyoto in Tokyo, Yanaka
- Edo Castle tour
- Asakusa tour
- Seven Lucky Gods of Shibamata, Both Japanese history and food
- Historic Garden of Tokyo Tours
- Nikko - Toshogo and environs
- Hot spring tours
- Yokohama tours
- Kamakura tours
- Kobe and area
- Kyoto tours
- Himeji Castle tour
- Nara tours
- Custom tours to off-the-beaten-track
Families and groups up to six 150.00 per day. Groups that exceed this number 200.00 per day
Transportation by tour guide:
Tours by both public transportation and by private chauffeur
Tour guide interests:
History, Food, Culture, Traditional Japanese Dance, Kabuki
Reviews of this tour – by clients who booked!
Fiona P.
25 Feb 2012
Patrick is a fantastic tour guide! There aren't enough characters for me to write just how much of an awesome tour we had in Tokyo with him. He's extremely organised and very flexible with the tour. His knowledge of Japanese history is impeccable and my husband had a ball asking question after question. Patrick took us to some wonderful hidden places that we never would have seen if it wasn't for him and he never rushed us in our tour (we did 2.5 hours overtime!). You won't be disappointed!!! :)
Seena S.
26 Nov 2011
We were very lucky to meet Patrick Lovell and spend two days with him. Patrick is very knowledgeable about Japanese history and culture and open to sharing. I pummeled him with questions all day long and he generously responded to every one.
We specifically requested his time to see things we wouldn't see on our own and he created an itinerary that totally satisfied us.
He's fabulous!
Harold W.
15 Jul 2011
My wife, daughter, nine-year-old granddaughter and I spent three very full days with Patrick in the Tokyo area. We had a fantastic experience!. Patrick has an exceptional knowledge of the region and Japanese history. His expertise and willingness to share greatly enhanced our trip. He, also, readily adapted the itinerary and slowed the pace a bit to accommodate my daughter and granddaughter. Also, Patrick is a great photographer and provided us with CD of outstanding photos that will help u
Moe L.
20 Feb 2011
excellent tour guide
John U.
10 Feb 2011
Patrick went beyond the call of duty & provided a fantastic tour filled with insight and experiences. His knowledge and insight is second to none and besides he is good company. We spent some wonderful times together and our restaurant visits were outstanding thanks to him. Without him we would have missed a number of experiences, due to language if nothing else, that we would not have been without. Patrick was the best investment we made re. the vacation in Japan. Fantastic value for our money
Stephen D.
28 Dec 2010
I would rate Patric 5/5. That is 100% score. He was absolutely amazing, and I will highly recommend him to all my friends & family.
Mark D.
25 Jul 2010
Our family wanted to see Nikko and Patrick put together a wonderful (and flexible) 2-day itinerary full of historic sites, events, and craft shops that excited everyone. He enhanced our Nikko journey with his historic background on the sites, events & rulers of the early-to-mid Edo eras, and
introduced us to elements of Japanese culture, tradition, and joy of Japanese cuisine while dinning in our room at the Ryokan.
Linda M.
05 Jun 2010
Patrick was the best decision we made for our Japan trip. He was exceptionally helpful and friendly and went out of his way to make our tour go smoothly. We took in great sights and he provided us lots of interesting historical references. Patrick gave us tips for the rest of our vacation, provided a packet of his tour material and pictures he took for us on a CD before we left our hotel and left his phone number in case we got stuck! I highly recommend his services to anyone needing a guide.
Adrian A.
17 May 2010
It was our pleasure to see Tokyo with you, and we enjoyed the day, and learned about the city and it’s history, more than we could have have we tried to do it on our own. Thanks, and hope to see you again when we swing by the next time – with more time on our hands.
Regards, Adrian
Martha E.
16 Jan 2012
Patrick was quite informative and gave us information & perspective that wouldn't have been available to us otherwise. He was able to flex to meet the needs of my two jet-lagged boys. He did a great job preparing for our tour arriving with cards for the subway system that we were able to use throughout our trip. Thank you Patrick, it was a great start to our trip to Japan!