Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Noripy
September, 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. 10:00 Meet up @Conrad Tokyo
- 2. 10:10 @Shiodome (in front of Nippon TV)
- 3. 11:15 @Asakusa (Nakamise-dori cafe, Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida Park)
- 4. 13:00 Lunch @Sanji
- 5. 14:45 @Rikugien Garden
- 6. 16:20 @Yanaka Ginza
- 7. 17:40 Disband @Conrad Tokyo
Title: What Is a Relaxed Two-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Rikugien and Yanaka Ginza
The guests were senior visitors from Europe. One of them had visited Japan before for work for a few days but had not done any sightseeing, while for the other it was a first visit to Japan. The guests have traveled all over the world, including Asia. This trip was a Tokyo visit using the time before boarding a cruise ship. Originally the plan had been for a group of four, but the others were unable to join, so it became a tour for the remaining guests. Even so, the itinerary proceeded exactly as originally planned, and this was the first day of a plan to explore their desired destinations in Tokyo over two days. Since they were of an age that called for care, I made a point of walking slowly to match their actual pace. It took more time than with a typical tour, but at their request we included one taxi ride partway through (from Rikugien to Yanaka Ginza). From a psychological point of view, this allowed them to spend the time in a relaxed way without feeling rushed by the schedule. Interested in gardening, one of the guests was especially full of admiration at Rikugien. Right there, the guests happily discussed ideas for the garden at their own home. We also had a tempura lunch in Asakusa, which suited the dietary preferences of the guests, and they were delighted, saying it was very delicious.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Toei Subway Asakusa Line Shimbashi Station～Asakusa Station | 900JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Kanda Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | JR Yamanote Line Kanda Station～Komagome Station | 178JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Sendagi Station～Ginza Line Shimbashi Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 1,078JPY | ||
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.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!
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It was a GREAT TOUR with Noripy! With a family of many different ages and walking levels this was fantastic. We were picked up from our cruise in Yokohama and dropped off at Haneda airport. We had about 10 hours before our flight and it went flawlessly.
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Noripy was excellent! She guided us through several parts of the city: Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station, Tokyo Tower, Sangedatsumon, Zojo-ji, Meiji Jingu, and Golden Gai. A great way to see many Tokyo sites and get acquainted with the city on your first day!
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Lovely experience. My guide was an absolutely adorable lady who managed to fit all the iconic Tokyo spots into my 6-hour tour without anything feeling rushed. She was knowledgeable, organised, and genuinely kind. Toward the end she even helped me with some shopping, which I really appreciated. A wonderful introduction to Tokyo and a guide I’d happily recommend….
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Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Noripy gave a 5/5 tour! She provided useful instruction for public transport use, fascinating historical information, spiritual customs and current cultural practices- All with an infectious smile and never ending positive energy. Noripy’s tour allowed us to made the most of the rest of our time in Tokyo. I feel like we did 5 days of sightseeing in 6 hrs! But Noripy made sure to always check if we wanted a break. Our tour was customized for my 2 teenage kids and I, and if we saw or thought of something along the way that interested us, Noripy accommodated! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. And you will be extra lucky to get Noripy for your guide!