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.
Tour Itinerary
- 1. 10:00 Meet up @ Hotel Ryogoku
- 2. 10:30 @ Asakusa (Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida Park)
- 3. 12:00 @ Solamachi (souvenir shopping)
- 4. 13:00 @ Tokyo Skytree (Observation Deck)
- 5. 13:40 Lunch @ restaurant inside Solamachi
- 6. 15:30 @ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, FUKURAS)
- 7. 16:15 Disband @ Tokyu Foodshow wine section
Title: What Is a Private Family Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Skytree, and Shibuya
The guests were a group visiting from South America, most of whom were in Japan for the first time. One member of the group was a big fan of Japan. The person who took the lead in engaging with me as the guide was one of the guests, who was especially enthusiastic. In fact, more than fifteen years earlier, one of the group had stayed in Japan for three months as a JICA trainee, and having grown up hearing stories about Japan, the guests developed a strong interest in the country, with a longstanding promise to travel here one day. They had already visited Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Mount Fuji, and the day before they had been to Tokyo Disney Resort. Although they had come from a place with a reversed day-night cycle, their jet lag had already resolved. However, since it was going to be an extremely hot day, we took heat-stroke precautions by avoiding walking outside as much as possible and paying careful attention to staying hydrated as we proceeded with the tour.
With a 1:00 p.m. reservation for Tokyo Skytree in mind, we began with sightseeing in Asakusa. Along Nakamise Street they enjoyed ningyo-yaki and matcha, and for souvenirs they purchased items such as a maneki-neko and chopsticks. At Solamachi, they also enjoyed shopping for cute character goods that they loved. From the observation deck, they were delighted to be able to identify the location of Tokyo Disneyland, which they had visited the previous day.
After sightseeing in Shibuya, they continued to enjoy shopping there before heading back to the hotel. As they had wanted to buy Japanese wine as a souvenir, I guided them to a shop where they could purchase it, and we said our goodbyes there.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Toei Oedo Line Ryogoku Station～Toei Asakusa Line Asakusa Station | 900JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Toei Asakusa Line Asakusa Station～Toei Asakusa Line Oshiage Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Subway Hanzomon Line Oshiage Station～Subway Hanzomon Line Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 900JPY | ||
Hello, I’m Noripy.
I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
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