Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Noripy

What Does a Private One-Day Tour of Tokyo Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report

[Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private one-day tour of Tokyo's major sightseeing spots for guests visiting from North America. One of the guests had visited Tokyo about 40 years ago but had never done any sightseeing there, so we focused on showing the main attractions of Tokyo.

Since their accommodation was near Shimbashi, we first walked along Ginza Street toward the 4-chome intersection, introducing several spots including Cafe Paulista along the way. We then took the subway to our first destination, Meiji Shrine. As it was a Sunday morning, I mentioned Shinto-style weddings, and just then we came across an actual wedding procession of a bride and groom led by a priest, accompanied by relatives. The guests took many photos and actively participated in the purification at the water pavilion and in offering prayers.

At Takeshita Street in Harajuku, they were surprised by a mini-pig cafe, and at the Pepper Parlor in Shibuya FUKURAS, one of the guests was delighted by the cute robots. For lunch, the guests wanted somewhere they could have a Japanese-style meal, so after visiting the Imperial Palace, I took them to Suju Dining inside the Shin-Marunouchi Building. One guest ordered a wagyu beef steak and the other a set meal of grilled miso-marinated cod, and both said it was delicious and finished everything.

Afterward, at Tokyo Station, I helped at the Midori-no-Madoguchi ticket office with activating a JR Pass that had not been validated at the airport upon arrival in Japan, as well as issuing Shinkansen tickets for their trip to a regional area the following day. It was not crowded and everything went smoothly, so the procedures were completed without stress, and the guests seemed reassured about the rest of their itinerary.

Finally, although we went a little over time, the guests wanted to see Asakusa as well, so we also visited Senso-ji Temple. On the way back to the hotel from Asakusa, we accessed it from Ginza Station, and at that time of day Ginza Street had become a pedestrian paradise, so the guests thoroughly enjoyed strolling along the pedestrian-only main street of Ginza.

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Tour Report by Noripy

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!