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. 8:00 Meet up @ Hotel SHINJUKU-GYOEMMAE
- 2. 8:30 @ Meiji Shrine
- 3. 9:30 @ Harajuku Takeshita Street
- 4. 10:30 @ Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 5. 11:30 @ Tokyo Station (Station Square, Station Building, Midori no Madoguchi)
- 6. 12:00 @ Nihonbashi (Takashimaya Food Floor)
- 7. 12:30 @ Asakusa Food Walk (Nakamise Street, Asakusa Okuyama Omairimachi)
- 8. 13:00 @ Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida Park)
- 10.14:00 @ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, FUKURAS, Shibuya 109)
- 11. 15:00 Dismissal @ Hotel SHINJUKU-GYOEMMAE
What Is a Private Asakusa and Shibuya Food and Shopping Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guest was visiting Japan for the first time from North America. Although they had arrived in Japan only the day before, they began the tour in high spirits, saying they were used to working night shifts and had no problem with jet lag. They wanted to try a variety of things in small tasting portions, so we decided to enjoy some street food in Asakusa. Skipping the items they had already tried on a food tour the previous evening, they kindly offered me the same treats — mitarashi dango, takoyaki, and cheese-filled curry bread — and we enjoyed them together. They especially loved the mitarashi dango and takoyaki, exclaiming how delicious they were. They showed me photos on their smartphone to introduce their family, and were so eager to buy plenty of souvenirs that they said they would need to buy an extra suitcase. At Meiji Shrine, they purchased a good-health charm for a family member who is ill, a good-fortune charm for a younger family member, and a charm for good relationships for themselves. For another family member, we visited a Hello Kitty specialty shop at Shibuya 109, our final stop, where they bought enough to fill a large bag. They also mentioned wanting to buy some small accessories for another family member. While walking in Sumida Park in Asakusa, they connected with a family member over a video call and turned the screen toward me, asking me to say hello, so I greeted them as well. They took many photos with the early-blooming cherry blossoms, which were in full bloom. When it was time to part, they wanted to take a photo together, so we took a commemorative two-shot in front of the Hotel. The following day they planned to visit DisneySea, and from the day after that they would travel by Shinkansen to Kyoto and Osaka.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku-sanchome Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Yurakucho Line Sakuradamon Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Asakusa Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Section 5 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station～Shinjuku-sanchome Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 600JPY | ||
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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