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 Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba
- 9:20 Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Outer Market, Namiyoke Shrine
- 10:30 Tokyo National Museum Entrance
- 11:30 Hotel
- 13:00 Tokyo Tower Food Court
- 14:15 Top Deck Tour
- 16:00 Dismissal @ Hotel
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba at 9:00, Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Outer Market, Namiyoke Shrine at 9:20, Tokyo National Museum Entrance at 10:30, Tokyo Tower Food Court at 13:00 and Top Deck Tour at 14:15.
What Happens If a Guest Loses a Wallet During a Private Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report
I guided a group visiting from Oceania. Since it was cold with snow and rain from the morning, we changed plans from Hamarikyu and went to the Tokyo National Museum instead, but one of the guests realized their wallet was missing. As it was not in the car either, we had to return to the hotel. In the car we canceled all the credit cards, and at the hotel room they contacted their bank and other parties, while I waited in the lobby with the rest of the group. It was unclear whether the wallet had been pickpocketed at Tsukiji or simply dropped. We skipped Asakusa and went to Tokyo Tower, where we had a reservation, and they had a meal at the food court, after which we waited until the Top Deck Tour finished. Fortunately, the weather cleared up just in time. Since the situation was really unfortunate, I bought a strap featuring cherry blossoms and Tokyo Tower at a souvenir shop and gave it to them. They were very composed and pleasant, and we parted with smiles at the end, but it reaffirmed that caution is needed at Tsukiji. Just to be safe, I recommended that they report the loss at a nearby police box.
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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
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
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.