[Introduction of Foreign Language Guide Referral Services for Tourism within Ibaraki Prefecture]
The Ibaraki Tourism and Products Association (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Association’) has been entrusted with the task of ‘Foreign Language Guide Development’ as a commissioned project of the Ibaraki Prefecture Tourism International Division since 2021. We are delighted to announce a new service that provides foreign language guides to tourists. This service is tailored for visitors who seek guidance from individuals with specific skills acquired through guide training for this project and who actively participate in tourism as guides. The primary objective of this service is to enhance the convenience of foreign tourists, mainly inbound tourists, while also revitalizing local communities.
＜Terms and conditions of referral services＞
① The guide services are in English, which is our primary language. However, we kindly ask that you make inquiries regarding other languages, and we will do our best to accommodate your request, although we may not be able to fulfill all requests
② Our association provides a referral service for travelers (hereafter referred to as “requesters”) seeking foreign language guides (hereafter referred to as “guides”). Please note that we facilitate communication between the requester and the guide and do not provide guide services directly. Additionally, no referral fee is required for guide referrals made through our association.
③ Requesters must discuss terms such as activities and fees directly with the referred guide. Decisions are made between the parties involved. If terms cannot be agreed upon, our association will refer to another guide.
Our association cannot be held responsible for any guides we refer to the requester nor for the decisions made or services provided by them.
Requester ⇒ Fill in the guide introduction request card and email or fax it to the department in charge.
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Ibaraki Tourism and Products Association ⇒ The association selects a guide according to the desired content and contacts the client.
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Client ⇒ Contact the guide directly and discuss various conditions.
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In the case of a successful arrangement⇒, the guided tour is implemented. In case of no agreement ⇒you can either request another guide introduction to the association or reject the contract.
