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
- 10:00 Meet at Hotel
- They wanted to confirm the meeting spot for the Fuji-Hakone tour, so we got off at Yurakucho for a moment to check the location of Matsuya Ginza
- Transferred to the Chiyoda Line from Nishi-Nippori and got off at Nezu Station
- 11:00-12:30 Hebi-michi ~ Tsuiji-bei ~ Hatsune Kominka
- 12:30-13:15 Gyoza lunch at Hanaya in front of Nishi-Nippori Station
- Via Yuyake Dandan, through Yanaka Shopping Street to Sendagi
- 14:15-15:00 Fukagawa Edo Museum
- 15:25-15:50 We were able to see just a little bit of the Fukagawa Fudo goma fire ritual
- Via the Oedo Line, Toei Asakusa Line, and Keikyu
- 16:25 Ended at Shinagawa
What Is a Private Walking Tour of Yanaka and Fukagawa in Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were an older group from North America who had booked three consecutive days of tours. They planned to spend a few days visiting Tokyo and the Fuji-Hakone area before boarding a cruise ship from the Tokyo Cruise Terminal. Since the meeting point for the upcoming Fuji-Hakone tour was set for 7:20 in the morning near a department store in Ginza, they were quite worried about it, so I checked the location with them in advance.
They found the winding streets of Yanaka very interesting, especially seeing the everyday life of the local people and the old gravestones.
One of the guests did not seem very used to walking and appeared a little tired, but the other was full of energy.
At Fukagawa Fudoson, because it was the 15th, they were able to touch the wooden Fudo statue.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Shinagawa Station～Yurakucho Station | 167JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Yurakucho～Nishi-Nippori | 178JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Nishi-Nippori～Nezu | 178JPY |
| Section 4 | Subway | Sendagi～Kiyosumi-shirakawa Station | 209JPY |
| Section 5 | Subway | Kiyosumi-shirakawa Station～Monzen-nakacho Station | 108JPY |
| Section 6 | Subway | Monzen-nakacho～Keikyu Shinagawa Station | 370JPY |
| Total | 1,210JPY | ||
Hello!
I’m Maki. Nice to meet you.
I used to work at a travel agency as a tour escort so I have traveled to more than 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan.
When I came back to Japan from abroad, I always noticed virtues in Japan anew.
I’m thrilled to introduce such kinds of stories and favorite places to you.
I like bar hopping, cooking, history, and outdoor activities such as camping, cycling.
I have a licence of International Sake Sommlier and Wine Expert. I’m happy if I would have a chance to introduce you about sake and wine.
I’m also a mother of junior high school girl. Let’s have fun together!
Oct 9, 2025
301catherinep
Fabulous customised tour
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Maki is a wonderful, well informed guide. She customised…
Oct 9, 2025
301catherinep
Fabulous customised tour
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Maki is a wonderful, well informed guide. She customised the tour for me and made six
hours fly by. I got a fabulous overview of the city and tips on where else to visit. Plus some
help with my onward travel. Highly recommended.
Oct 2, 2025
Gene L
Our 6 hour tour with Maki was fantastic
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
My wife and…
Oct 2, 2025
Gene L
Our 6 hour tour with Maki was fantastic
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
My wife and I enjoyed this tour immensely. Maki was absolutely great. If you want to get oriented in Tokyo take this tour first. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and considerate to our needs for seeing the best of Tokyo in one day. I would recommend this tour on the first day to experience negotiating the Tokyo Metro and famous sights.
Aug 31, 2025
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tmay2921
Maki is the best!
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring…
Aug 31, 2025
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tmay2921
Maki is the best!
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring Tokyo with Maki. She curated the tour perfectly to our interests, blending culture, history, and hidden gems that we never would have discovered on our own. We left the tour with a much deeper appreciation for Tokyo and Japanese culture.
Thank you so much, Maki, for such an amazing tour—we’re truly grateful and would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting!
Jul 12, 2025
O6400ONsaram
Maki san kakkoii desu
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Maki was generous and flexible! She met us…
Jul 12, 2025
O6400ONsaram
Maki san kakkoii desu
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Maki was generous and flexible! She met us at our hotel, helped us understand the subway
system, and made a dinner reservation. She made our first day in Japan memorable and
put us at ease for the rest of our trip. Thank you, Maki!