Tokyo: Hamarikyu & Nezu Shrine — Guide Takako
November, 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
- 9:30 Hotel
- 10:00 Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Outer Market, Fish Market, Namiyoke Shrine
- 11:00 Hamarikyu
- 12:10 Asakusa Lunch @ Janbara, Sensoji Temple
- 13:50 Kappabashi Kitchen Town
- 14:30 Nezu Shrine
- 15:30 Dismissal @ teamLab Borderless Azabudai Hills
Title: What's a Private Car Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Tsukiji, and teamLab
I guided a group visiting from North America on a private car tour of Tokyo with a driver. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) arranged this full-day private tour.
There was some confusion at the start: a morning message came from a different person than the one I had originally been told about, so the driver and I assumed there had been a change and began the tour. Then the original contact called to say they had also come to meet us. I am not sure exactly how the mix-up happened, but I explained the situation to the caller and continued the tour as planned.
The guests showed a strong interest in religious topics, such as the differences between temples and shrines. At the Tsukiji fish market, they enjoyed a sake tasting flight. For lunch they wanted ramen, so I took them to a ramen shop in Asakusa, which was very well received. At Sensoji Temple they bought protective charms, and along Nakamise Street they tried the sweet potato pie I recommended, while some of the guests purchased caps. At Nezu Shrine, they took photos of a Shichi-Go-San celebration after getting permission.
It happened to be the day of a major overseas election, so the guests followed the results and discussed various topics while we were on the move.
Finally, I took them to the teamLab venue, where we parted ways. I was relieved to finish right on schedule.
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Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
Please let me know what interests you.
I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
Looking forward to meeting you!!
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide,…
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide, Takako, took us on a tour of Tokyo. She helped us create a plan based on our interests and was flexible when we needed to change the itinerary a bit due to extreme heat. She was friendly, informative, and helpful. We enjoyed learning about Japanese culture and history from Takako, and we saw amazing temples and ate delicious sushi. I highly recommend this tour and Takako as a guide!
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with…
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with Takako. Takako got in contact prior to our tour to create the perfect itinerary. She collected us from our hotel and helped us get our travel cards and showed us how to use the public transport. Takako altered our tour and took us to Harajuku Takeshite street, which our teenagers really enjoyed. Takako was really informative and friendly and made the day really enjoyable. We would have no hesitation in booking her again. Takako showed us more in 6 hours than we would have seen in a week if left to our own devices. Thanks Takako and we will watch The Transporter!
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
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Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on…
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on the places we visited and picked a delicious ramen shop for lunch. We really appreciated her thorough communication and friendly demeanor.
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
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Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main…
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main attractions with care and detail. We would highly recommend doing this activity.