Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour — Guide Kei

May, 2024

This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

Tour Itinerary

  • 1. 9:00 Meet at Hotel Intergate Kyobashi Tokyo
  • 2. 9:30 Meiji Shrine
  • 3. 10:30 Takeshita Street and Omotesando
  • 4. 12:00 Tsukiji Outer Market
  • 5. 13:00 Lunch at Uogashi
  • 6. 14:00 Hamarikyu
  • 7. 15:30 Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Nakamise
  • 8. 16:30 Akihabara
  • 9. 17:00 Disband at Akihabara

What Can a Private Full-Day Tour of Tokyo Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Tsukiji, and Asakusa

After meeting up, the group was very lively and excited, so instead of transferring to the Chiyoda Line from Kyobashi at Omotesando, we got off at Omotesando and walked for a while toward Meiji Shrine to settle in. At the quiet Meiji Shrine in the morning, I explained Japanese history, the imperial system, and the feudal domain system, and then talked about the enshrined deities. In complete contrast, the group then experienced the subculture of Takeshita Street and seemed fascinated by the novelty of it. At Tsukiji, they had Yonezawa beef shoulder grilled right in front of them and were greatly impressed by the world of wagyu. After enjoying eel and rock oysters, they ate quite a lot at the food court, including soba, ramen, and tempura. To help work off the meal, we walked to Hamarikyu, where I explained the culture of the Edo period. On the way to Asakusa, we got off at Kuramae, and the group was very excited by the Bandai anime character statues and displays. After strolling around Asakusa, we parted ways at Akihabara. The group seemed a bit tired from such a packed and full tour, but they appeared to have enjoyed it.

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Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1Free PassKyobashi～Meiji-jingumae900JPY
Section 2Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Tsukiji0JPY
Section 3Free PassShiodome～Kuramae0JPY
Section 4Free PassAsakusa～Suehirocho0JPY
Total900JPY

Tour Report by Kei

Born and raised in Tokyo a half-century ago, I have lived in Tokyo all my life except for one year in the UK to study for a master’s course. I am a Tokyo Native with viewpoints based on broader local knowledge than anyone else. I have specialised in Japanese history, culture, and architecture since I was an architect.
Also, I am a foodie emphasising Japanese traditional & healthy foods. I’ve been to many countries around the world, such as the US, Central America, Europe, and Asia. As such, I believe I can anticipate the needs of foreign tourists in Japan.

Despite my experience as a guide for just two years, we can make the best out of our tour by travelling from your hotel to spots time-efficiently with my local knowledge, while accommodating your unexpected requests during the tour.
My strong area includes Yanesen; Old Temples in a Quaint Village, Kamakura, Asakusa Sensoji, Meiji Shrine and Imperial Palace. All give you peace of mind.

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