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
- 10:00 Meet the guests at the hotel
- 10:40 Shinjuku Gyoen
- 11:40 Meiji Shrine
- 12:30 Takeshita Street, lunch, Cat Street, Miyashita Park
- 13:40 Shibuya Station Scramble Crossing, in front of the Hachiko statue
- 14:00 Tour ends
Title: What Can You See on a Private Walking Tour of Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Shibuya? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visitors from Oceania. Since the itinerary had not been decided until the day of the tour, I proposed a plan at the meeting point and we began from there. First, we walked to Shinjuku Gyoen and strolled through the garden. They were deeply impressed by the tranquility in the middle of the city and by the wide variety of trees and flowers. After that, I assisted them with purchasing a Suica card at Sendagaya Station, and we traveled to Harajuku by JR. At Meiji Jingu Shrine, I explained Japanese history, the differences between shrines and temples, and the connection to Emperor Meiji and the shrine. As we walked along the approach, I explained the sake barrels, the torii gate, and waka poetry, and we offered a prayer at the main hall. Afterward, on Takeshita Street, the guests showed interest in the animal cafes. The ramen we had for lunch was very well received. Next, we passed from Cat Street through Miyashita Park and reached the scramble crossing in front of Shibuya Station, took photos in front of the Hachiko statue, and the tour came to an end.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Sendagaya～Harajuku | 160JPY |
| Total | 160JPY | ||
I am a certified guide-interpreter based in Tokyo.
I was born and raised in Tokyo, so I am familiar with Tokyo and its surrounding areas. Please leave anything related to the Tokyo area to me.
Tokyo is not only full of Japanese charm but also has many unique aspects.
The always-bustling Tsukiji Outer Market conveys Japan’s food culture.
Asakusa conveys Japanese traditions and culture through old temples, shrines and long-established stores.
Shibuya spreads Japanese pop culture.
You can immerse yourself in history and culture in the quiet natural surroundings such as the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace or Meiji Shrine.
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We were fortunate to have had Shigeru to guide us from Yokohama to Tokyo. He gave a lot of historical information about Japan, brought us to the places we wanted, and ensured that we were always within reach. He also broughr us to his favourite ramen restsurant in Tokyo. Excellent lunch. He is well versed on the intricacies of customs and modern societal influences, culture.
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Shigeru is a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable, an excellent guide with great recommendations. I highly recommend this tour!
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We had an excellent time being guided by Shigeru. He was gracious and full of interesting information. Would definitely recommend. 😁