Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour — Guide Noripy
November, 2025
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. 11:00 Meet up @ Prince Smart Inn Ebisu
- 2. 11:30 @ Meiji Shrine
- 3. 12:45 @ Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 4. 13:30 @ Tokyo Station (Station Plaza, Station Building)
- 5. 13:45 Lunch @ dancyu Shokudo (inside Tokyo Station Gransta Yaesu North)
- 6. 14:40 @ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Don Quijote)
- 7. 15:15 Dismissal @ Mega Donki (Shibuya Don Quijote) Entrance
What Is a Private Tokyo Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Lunch, and Shibuya
The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They have traveled to many places around the world, and they always make a point of having a local guide show them around soon after they arrive. They showed strong curiosity and asked a wide range of questions, including about economic policy such as measures against rising prices, their impressions of the new prime minister, and Japan's tax system. At Meiji Shrine, they listened attentively to explanations about Japan's modern history and shrines, including the difference between Shinto and Buddhism. There were also displays of chrysanthemums and agricultural products and processed goods offered from various parts of Japan for the Niinamesai harvest festival, which they found very interesting. For lunch, I suggested several options such as tempura and udon, but they chose dancyu Shokudo as something representing "Japanese home-style cooking," and ordered a set meal combining obanzai side dishes. They were very satisfied. The next day, they were planning to meet up with some of the guests who were also visiting Japan for the first time. Since they were interested in shopping, I guided them to Mega Don Quijote in Shibuya before we said goodbye.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Ebisu～Harajuku | 150JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Yurakucho Line Sakuradamon Station | 700JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Tokyo Station～Ginza Line Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 850JPY | ||
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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It was a GREAT TOUR with Noripy! With a family of many different ages and walking levels this was fantastic. We were picked up from our cruise in Yokohama and dropped off at Haneda airport. We had about 10 hours before our flight and it went flawlessly.
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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!