Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour — Guide Noripy
February, 2025
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. 9:00 Meet up @InterContinental Yokohama Grand
- 2. 10:00 @Meiji Shrine
- 3. 10:30 @Harajuku Takeshita Street
- 4. 11:00 @Imperial Palace (Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 5. 12:00 @Tokyo Station
- 6. 12:30 @Ginza (4-chome intersection, Kabuki-za Theater)
- 7. 13:00 @Tsukiji Market
- 8. 13:20 Lunch @Koromo Sushi
- 9. 14:20 @Tokyo Tower + Zojoji Temple
- 10. 15:00 @Hamarikyu Gardens
- 11. 16:00 @Tokyo Midtown Roppongi
- 12. 16:45 @Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
- 13. 17:20 Disband @on the Toyoko Line through-service to Minatomirai Line bound for Yokohama Chinatown (Nakameguro Station)
Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Tokyo Like from Tsukiji to Roppongi? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guest was a visitor from North America, in Japan for the first time, having been invited to give a presentation at a specialized medical conference held in Yokohama. Making use of a free day before work, the guest enjoyed sightseeing in Tokyo. As the guest kindly shared past experience living in Africa for research purposes, I shared my own experience of having lived in Africa, and our conversation during the tour broadened to a wide range of topics, including Japan's declining birthrate and aging population and reforms to working styles in the medical field.
The guest had been very much looking forward to lunch in Tsukiji, so we sat at the counter to enjoy watching the sushi being prepared. Saying "this is a rare chance," the guest ordered a premium nigiri set. One of the ingredients tried for the first time was "akagai" (red clam), and the chef kindly showed a large red clam still in its shell that had happened to be stocked for an evening reservation. The guest also tried "kohada" for the first time and was delighted, saying it was especially delicious.
To earn appreciation from family, the guest sent photos taken in real time during the tour. Apparently the guest, who rarely takes photos, had been teased by family for this. The guest showed me a family photo and mentioned that the family loves Pokémon and games. So, in addition to the itinerary centered on the guest's own interests in Japanese history, culture, and gardens, I suggested adding places such as Harajuku's Takeshita Street and the Shibuya Scramble Crossing. The guest agreed, and upon visiting, took many photos, saying "the children would be thrilled to come here." The guest also made decisive choices when purchasing souvenirs. There were various items that had caught the guest's eye during the tour, but at Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, which I introduced as the final shopping spot, the guest purchased a three-dimensional Japanese-style pine paper craft, cute cat chopstick rests, and, splurging a little, some jewelry for family. Finally, wishing the guest success at work the next day, we said goodbye aboard the Toyoko Line train heading toward Minatomirai Station.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Tokyu Minatomirai Line / Toyoko Line through-service Minatomirai Station～Shibuya Station | 510JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 900JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Nijubashimae Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Tokyo Station～Ginza Station | 0JPY |
| Section 5 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station～Kamiyacho Station | 0JPY |
| Section 6 | Free Pass | Toei Oedo Line Daimon Station～Shiodome Station | 0JPY |
| Section 7 | Free Pass | Toei Oedo Line Shiodome Station～Roppongi Station | 0JPY |
| Section 8 | Bus | Toei Bus Roppongi Ekimae Stop～Shibuya Ekimae Stop | 210JPY |
| Total | 1,620JPY | ||
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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