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.
Tour Itinerary
- 1.11:00 Meet up @Hotel Tokyo
- 2.12:30 @Shinjuku Gyoen
- 3.15:30 Lunch @McDonald's lunch in the car
- 4.16:00 @Kappabashi
- 5.16:40 @Asakusa ROX 3G. Shopping at Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street
- 6.18:00 Disband @Hotel Tokyo
Can You See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo in Early April? A Private Shinjuku Gyoen and Kappabashi Tour Report by a Licensed Guide
The guests were a group visiting from Asia. One of the guests had difficulty walking for long periods after a knee operation and brought a folding wheelchair. They had visited Japan several times before and had already seen many of the major sightseeing spots, so this time they wanted to see the cherry blossoms and purchase some clothing. I was worried about whether the cherry blossoms would still be in bloom in early April, but a stretch of cold days meant the blossoms were still visible, which was wonderful. Due to the poor weather, the guests came down from their room close to noon. We first went to Shinjuku Gyoen, where one of the guests moved around by wheelchair. Although the rain sometimes fell heavily, there were also periods when it stopped, and we spent quite a long time in Shinjuku Gyoen taking various photos against the backdrop of cherry blossoms in full bloom, entering through the Shinjuku Gate and exiting through the Sendagaya Gate. After that, the guests wanted to purchase tableware, so we stopped at a fast food restaurant along the way, had lunch in the car, and then shopped for plates, various dishes, and chopsticks in Kappabashi. At Asakusa ROX they purchased a skirt, and at a shoe shop on Shin-Nakamise they purchased shoes. As they had quite a lot of luggage, we returned to the Hotel and parted ways. Since we extended by one hour, the tour ended at 18:00. The weather was not good, but with the breaks in the rain, I believe the guests were able to enjoy the cherry blossoms.
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Hello, I am Fumiko, an English-speaking Tourist Guide. I have been guiding foreign visitors science 2016. Please let me know your bucket lists whiles you are staying in Japan and what you are interested in. I will make the best plan for you. This is an once in a lifetime experience for you. As for myself, I love traveling, meeting people, eating local food, drinking, history, and art. I am learning Ikebana, traditional Japanese-style flower arrangement, and tea ceremony. I also love sports, especially tennis. I like children, so I can teach them some origami, folding paper. I am looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you in Japan.
Sep 29, 2026
W9834MZdavidn
First Visit to Tokyo
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
We had an absolutely wonderful day…
Sep 29, 2026
W9834MZdavidn
First Visit to Tokyo
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
We had an absolutely wonderful day with Fumiko and Nino. We saw all the sights we wanted to see in Tokyo. Nino was able to move us efficiently through the city dropping of at the various sights and picking us up without waiting! Nino’s vehicle was comfortable and absolutely spotless. Fumiko reach out to us via email and made up an itinerary that was perfect for our time schedule she is a true professional! We highly recommend this tour and you could not find a better guide and driver combination than Fumiko and Nino.
Sep 12, 2026
Don_G
Tokyo 6 hour Tour
Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
We had a great time on…
Sep 12, 2026
Don_G
Tokyo 6 hour Tour
Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
We had a great time on our tour. Our guide, Fumiko, was very good. She contavted us about two weeks before the tour so she could customize the activities. She was incredibly helpful during all of the planning. She met us at our meering poit with a sign that had identified her, which made the start of the tour easy. Thw tour itself was awesome. She gave good insight about all the locations that we visited. I highly recommend her for any tours.
Jul 27, 2026
zyarisa
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Fumiko tour good vibes only
Mrs. fumiko was very…
Jul 27, 2026
zyarisa
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Fumiko tour good vibes only
Mrs. fumiko was very kind, calm and lovely person. She give us a introduction before entering to the different places. She also help us to get the suica card and translate at specifics times around the city. We really enjoy the peaceful energy of mrs. fumiko. Me and my son are grateful for this tour around tokyo. ❤️ thank yiuuu fumiko
Jul 23, 2026
734mortenp
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Nice tour of Tokyo
Don’t visit Tokyo without a guide! You’ll…
Jul 23, 2026
734mortenp
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Nice tour of Tokyo
Don’t visit Tokyo without a guide! You’ll need help to find the good restaurants and interesting spots.
We had a tour with Ms. Fumiko. She was a both knowledgeable and nice guide. She even contacted us days beforehand to design the tour to meet our specific needs and wishes. Much appreciated!