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

  • 9:00-10:30 Senso-ji Temple
  • 11:00-12:00 Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building North Observatory
  • 12:30-14:00 Meiji Shrine, Lunch
  • 14:30-15:00 Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Hachiko

What Can You See on a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report

At Senso-ji Temple, the guests enjoyed the Japanese garden and showed great interest in Japanese religion (Shinto and Buddhism) and culture. It was good that we started the tour at a relatively uncrowded time. From the observation deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the guests were able to take in views to the north, south, east, and west, and enjoyed taking photos. Fortunately, we were able to see Mount Fuji clearly. The guests were surprised to learn that mountains such as Mount Takao are located within Tokyo. Lunch at Meiji Shrine was well received thanks to the lovely scenery. At the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, the guests first took photos and then enjoyed crossing together.

Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1SubwayToei Metro One-Day Pass~Toei Metro One-Day Pass900JPY
Total900JPY

Hello, I am Yumiko Hoshida. I was born in Osaka and live in Tokyo now. I have been to UK (ESL) and The USA (Executive Secretary course) as a student.
After I came back to Japan, I worked at Osaka EXPO as an interpreter. And then I worked at foreign companies at Osaka and Tokyo. After resignation, I have got the national guiding license. I have been enjoying guiding sightseeing spots and showing Japanese history & culture etc. to the guests from overseas. It is really wonderful for me to spend time with foreign guests in Japan.
I am very looking forward to welcoming foreign guests.
I do hope to see YOU soon!

May 13, 2025
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