Food, gardens, temples, and hidden stories
Welcome to Zen Walks Japan.
I offer private guided walks in Tokyo and Kamakura for travelers who want to enjoy Japan beyond ordinary sightseeing.
My walks bring together food, temples, gardens, local history, Zen, Japanese aesthetics, neighborhood streets, small shops, and the everyday charm of Japan.
Some walks are reflective — through temples, gardens, history, and spirituality.
Others are lighter and more playful — through food markets, Shibuya, Omotesando, matcha cafés, incense shops, pop culture, local streets, and small discoveries along the way.
Whether we are tasting fresh seafood in Tsukiji, exploring Tokyo after dark in Shibuya, walking through the sacred forest of Meiji Shrine, browsing interesting shops in Omotesando, or visiting the temples of Kamakura, my aim is simple: to help you have a wonderful time in Japan, with depth, warmth, and a sense of discovery.
Shigenori Murata, PhD （Dhil. Oxford）
Private Cultural Guide in Tokyo & Kamakura
Deeper, warmer, and more personal Japan experiences
Japan is found not only in famous places, but in small moments along the way.
A private walk through Japan’s quiet beauty, everyday charm, and unexpected discoveries — and perhaps, a chance to slow down, breathe, and return to yourself.
Tokyo Garden walks（https://muratacoaching.com/tokyo-garden-walk/）
Food Walks（https://muratacoaching.com/food/）
Exploring Stillness & Spirituality in Tokyo（https://muratacoaching.com/stillness-spirituality-in-tokyo/）
Shibuya, Harajuku & Meiji Shrine（https://muratacoaching.com/shibuya-harajuku-meiji-shrine/）
Kamakura: Zen, and the Great Buddha（https://muratacoaching.com/kamakura-zen-samurai-and-the-great-buddha/）
My Background
My background combines professional guiding experience with years of study in Japanese religion, philosophy, Zen, and aesthetics. I hold a DPhil from the University of Oxford, where I specialized in Japanese philosophy and religion.
Whether we are tasting fresh seafood in Tsukiji, exploring Tokyo after dark in Shibuya, walking through the sacred forest of Meiji Shrine, or visiting the temples and shrines of Kamakura, my aim is to help you enjoy Japan through food, history, spirituality, beauty, and everyday life. Go to About page: ( https://muratacoaching.com/about/ )
（Private Cultural Tours in Tokyo & Kamakura）
Follow my walks, food experiences, and cultural reflections on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/zen.walks.japan/
- New to private guiding? Read how it works. https://muratacoaching.com/how-it-works/
- Curious about my approach? Read my guiding philosophy. https://muratacoaching.com/guiding-philosophy/