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 Prince Park Tower Tokyo
- 10:30 Tsukiji Outer Market, Namiyoke Shrine, Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
- 12:00 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Sensoji Temple
- 12:40 Lunch @ Hyugamaru
- 14:00 Yanaka Cemetery, Yanaka Ginza
- 15:30 Meiji Shrine, Omotesando
- 16:20 Dismissal @ Omotesando Station
Title: What Is a Private Full-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tsukiji, Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, and Yanaka
I guided very pleasant guests visiting from North America. At Tsukiji, we visited Kunitora, a place I always recommend, where they enjoyed medium-fatty tuna. Since one of the guests could not eat pork, beef, or gluten and wanted sushi for lunch, we went to a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant in Asakusa, and they were very satisfied. One of the guests drew a "bad luck" omikuji fortune and was quite concerned about it, asking whether it would be alright to draw again. I read the advice and explained that living humbly is important, and that doing so would gradually bring better fortune, so it was not a bad thing at all, which put them at ease. I explained that the omikuji at Meiji Shrine feature waka poems by the Emperor and Empress, and they tried those as well and were delighted. They bought as many as three good-luck charms for themselves. One of the guests had a strong interest in Japanese history, and upon learning that the graves of the Tokugawa shoguns are located at Yanaka Cemetery, became very excited, so I guided them there. We got a little lost in the cemetery, and when I joked that it was turning into a "grave tour," they found it amusing. They were also moved by Kannon-ji Temple, associated with the Ako loyal retainers. As I grow a little more accustomed to guiding, I feel happy when I can occasionally get a laugh.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Akabanebashi～Tsukiji Market | 180JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Tsukiji～Asakusa | 290JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Asakusa～Ueno | 180JPY |
| Section 4 | Train | Ueno～Nippori | 150JPY |
| Section 5 | Subway | Sendagi～Meiji-jingumae | 260JPY |
| Total | 1,060JPY | ||
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.