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
- 12:00 Miyako City Tokyo Takanawa…JR Gateway Takanawa Station—Kanda Station—Metro Ginza Line Kanda Station—Asakusa Station…13:00 Asakusa (Nakamise, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, etc.)…Ginza Line Asakusa Station—Ueno Station…14:00 Ueno Onshi Park (Statue of Saigo Takamori, Kiyomizu Kannondo, Ueno Toshogu, etc.)…JR Ueno Station—Harajuku Station…16:00 Meiji Shrine…17:00 JR Harajuku Station—Shibuya Station…17:30 Shibuya (Hachiko Statue, Crossing))…JR Shibuya Station—Gateway Takanawa Station 18:00 Disband at the station platform
What's a One-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like from a Yokohama Cruise Port? A Licensed Guide's Report
I guided a group who arrived in Yokohama this morning by cruise from Europe, taking them to Asakusa, Ueno, Harajuku, and Shibuya. In Asakusa, I explained the history of the shrines and temples and the proper etiquette for worship. Ueno was in full cherry blossom bloom, and the guests were impressed by how beautiful and splendid the weeping cherry trees were. At Meiji Shrine, they were delighted by the beautiful trees and the majestic main hall, saying it was truly wonderful. They also drew omikuji fortunes and remarked how lovely the beautiful waka poems by Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken were. In Shibuya, I showed them the Hachiko statue and the crossing, and then saw them off at Takanawa Gateway Station. They kindly told me they had a truly wonderful tour, which I greatly appreciated. It was an enjoyable tour with a friendly and warm-hearted group.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Gateway Takanawa Station～Kanda Station | 180JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Kanda Station～Asakusa Station | 180JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Asakusa Station～Ueno Station | 180JPY |
| Section 4 | Train | Ueno Station～Harajuku Station | 210JPY |
| Section 5 | Train | Harajuku Station～Shibuya Station | 150JPY |
| Section 6 | Train | Shibuya Station～Gateway Takanawa Station | 180JPY |
| Total | 1,080JPY | ||
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Apr 14, 2025
618phillipa
Wonderful tour of Tokyo on foot and metro
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Emiko was a wonderful…
Apr 14, 2025
618phillipa
Wonderful tour of Tokyo on foot and metro
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Emiko was a wonderful guide. She helped us a lot and it was a
joy to see so much of Tokyo using the metro system with her. The places she took us to visit gave us great views and photos. We thank Emiko for her thoughtfulness, generosity, and kindness.
Oct 17, 2024
Shane_N
Great guide and experience
Viator review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful tour giving a great taste of Tokyo.…
Oct 17, 2024
Shane_N
Great guide and experience
Viator review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful tour giving a great taste of Tokyo. Our tour guide Emiko made sure it was a hassle free day and was very helpful and informative. Would thoroughly recommend her for a tour. Great experience travelling in the metro and trains in Tokyo and visiting the Imperial Palace and gardens and the Asakusa District. Having a great guide made this experience very enjoyable and easy.