Wow, so you are planning on visiting Yokohama. As Japan's second largest city you will find a swirl of color and diversity amid the neon-lit streets flanked with hundreds of restaurants and shops, expansive parks, vibrant markets and towering skyscrapers all wedged between sweeping mountains and a beautiful harbor scenes. Phew, you may need some help kickstarting your trip. You’ll spend a few hours with one of our friendly hosts to get to grips with life (and some practicalities like how to use the bus) in Yokohama. Whether it’s coming to terms with navigating the subway or exploring a neighborhood like Chinatown, your host is there to ensure not a second of your vacation goes to waste! They will show you the city's highlights- this is the gateway to Japan after all and there is so much to explore- and give you authentic insight into local life. The best part is that your host also happens to be a super savvy local from the area and will be able to make recommendations on where to go, what to do and where to eat for the rest of your trip, so ask as many questions as you want! No more looking lost, feeling lost or getting lost! With a host by your side, you’ll be navigating the streets, ordering Sanma-men and hopping on and off the metro like a pro in no time!

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.