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 at New Otani Garden Tower
- 2. 11:15 Asakusa (Nakamise Shopping Street, Senso-ji Temple)
- 3. 13:00 Tokyo National Museum
- 4. 14:30 Hamarikyu Gardens
- 5. 16:20 Dismissal at New Otani Garden Tower
What Can You See on a Private Tokyo Day Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests came from Europe and were planning to join a cruise ship tour starting on the weekend, dedicating the three days before that to touring Tokyo.
Since they had visited Shinjuku the previous day, I decided to guide them around the eastern area of the city.
Because they requested that we include a museum or art gallery, as spending the whole day outdoors would be too hot, I took them to the Tokyo National Museum.
Finally, I guided them to Hamarikyu Gardens, a standard stop, before seeing them off at their hotel, where we parted ways.
The guests were very cheerful and full of laughter, which made them the kind of guests who are easy to guide.
They seemed a little tired from jet lag and the heat, but I believe they thoroughly enjoyed the tour.
＜Information＞
As guides may already know, the 24-hour, 48-hour, and 72-hour subway passes for foreign visitors cannot be purchased at Akasaka-mitsuke Station. They can be purchased at the electronics store located right next to the station, on the B1F or 1F, but since it opens at 10:00, they can only be used on tours starting after 10:00. A passport must be presented when purchasing.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Akasaka-mitsuke～Asakusa | 700JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Asakusa～Ueno | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Ueno～Shimbashi | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Shimbashi～Akasaka-mitsuke | 0JPY |
| Total | 700JPY | ||
Hi, I am Nobu, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English).
I have been an English guide in Tokyo area since January 2017.
Tokyo is a wonderful city, and you may enjoy this city by yourselves.
Even so, I recommend you go around with a guide, especially if it is your first time visit to Tokyo.
A good guide will help you to understand about Tokyo and Japan as well as how to use convenient but complicated public transportations more effectively.
I am glad if I can help you to make your tour more enjoyable.
I am looking forward to meeting you in Tokyo soon!
Nobu
Jun 2, 2026
amandavW9846AW
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Great Tokyo day trip!
We had a wonderfull day with Nobu! He…
Jun 2, 2026
amandavW9846AW
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Great Tokyo day trip!
We had a wonderfull day with Nobu! He showed us the hight lights of Tokyo and was very
helpfull with getting us a Suica card.
May 25, 2026
Matthew_C
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Nobu was an excellent and…
Nobu was an excellent and informative guide…
May 25, 2026
Matthew_C
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Nobu was an excellent and…
Nobu was an excellent and informative guide who showed us around our selected 4
destinations and their surroundings.
May 24, 2026
Diane D
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pleasant Intro to Tokyo
Nobu was an experienced and informative guide.…
May 24, 2026
Diane D
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pleasant Intro to Tokyo
Nobu was an experienced and informative guide. It was a great introduction to Tokyo – a busy and vastly interesting city. We learned about Japanese history and toured some of the major sites including the Imperial gardens, a Buddhist temple, a Shinto shrine, and the bustling Shibuya Crossing. Nobu helped us get familiar with the subway system and explained some of Japanese cuisine. We greatly enjoyed our tour and recommend it to others!
Apr 28, 2026
GrandTour57165664797
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Awesome!
It was our first visit to Japan. Nobu was very knowledgeable…
Apr 28, 2026
GrandTour57165664797
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Awesome!
It was our first visit to Japan. Nobu was very knowledgeable and patient. Perfect start to our
Japan trip.