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. 10:00 Meet up @InterContinental Tokyo Bay
- 2. 10:25 @Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 3. 11:30 @Meiji Shrine
- 4. 12:20 @Harajuku Takeshita Street
- 5. 12:45 @Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, FUKURAS: Robot Cafe)
- 6. 13:45 Lunch @Tsukiji Market (Tsukiji Tamazushi Harumi-dori Store)
- 7. 14:40 @Asakusa (Sensoji Temple + Asakusa Shrine + Sumida Park) (about 50 minutes)
- 8. 15:30 @"Sumida River Walk"
- 9. 16:05 Dismissal @Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck Entrance
Title: What Can You See on a Private Family Day Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were a group visiting from Europe. Some of the guests were visiting Japan for the first time, while others had been to Japan for sightseeing about twenty years earlier. They had arrived in Tokyo the day before the tour after transiting through another Asian city. Because they hoped to visit many places, we also used taxis to save time. For the first stop, the Imperial Palace, we took a taxi from the Hotel, but rather than using the taxi stationed at the Hotel, one of the guests wished to call an Uber using their own app. It was helpful that we were able to request a vehicle that could seat five people. They took many photos everywhere we went, but what the guests found especially exciting to see and experience were the piglet café on Takeshita Street, the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, and the Pepper Parlor, where robots work, located in Shibuya FUKURAS. They mentioned they had a reservation for teamLab Planets the next day. They were also unsure whether to visit Hakone or Kamakura. Since both are appealing destinations, I explained the distinctive features of each. The final stop of the tour was the entrance to the Tokyo Skytree observation deck, for which they had a reservation, but they expressed a wish to walk from Sumida Park in Asakusa to Tokyo Skytree, so we strolled along the "Sumida River Walk" under a refreshing blue sky, and they seemed to enjoy it very much.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nijubashimae Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 700JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station～Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 700JPY | ||
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.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!
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Noripy was excellent! She guided us through several parts of the city: Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station, Tokyo Tower, Sangedatsumon, Zojo-ji, Meiji Jingu, and Golden Gai. A great way to see many Tokyo sites and get acquainted with the city on your first day!
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Noripy gave a 5/5 tour! She provided useful instruction for public transport use, fascinating historical information, spiritual customs and current cultural practices- All with an infectious smile and never ending positive energy. Noripy’s tour allowed us to made the most of the rest of our time in Tokyo. I feel like we did 5 days of sightseeing in 6 hrs! But Noripy made sure to always check if we wanted a break. Our tour was customized for my 2 teenage kids and I, and if we saw or thought of something along the way that interested us, Noripy accommodated! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. And you will be extra lucky to get Noripy for your guide!