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 up @ANA INTERCONTINENTAL TOKYO BY IHG
- 2. 10:45 @Meiji Jingu Shrine
- 3. 11:30 @Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Foodshow)
- 4. 12:30 @Zojoji Temple
- 5. 13:00 @Tokyo Tower
- 6. 13:30 @Ginza (4-chome Crossing)
- 7. 14:30 @Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate, Outer Garden)
- 8. 15:00 @Tokyo Station (Station Plaza, Station Building)
- 9. 15:30 @Nihonbashi Takashimaya (Basement Food Hall)
- 10．16:00 Dismissal @ANA INTERCONTINENTAL TOKYO BY IHG
Title: What Can You See on a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo in the Rain? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. The day after this tour, they were scheduled to board a cruise departing from the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal to travel around various parts of Japan, so this tour was their only full day of sightseeing in Tokyo. They had arrived in Japan just the day before, but they were in great condition and highly motivated to sightsee, saying they wanted to see as much of Tokyo as possible. Undeterred by the unfortunate rain, they set off carrying sturdy umbrellas lent to them by their hotel. During their first experience on the subway in Japan, a young person naturally offered them a seat, and they were moved, remarking on how polite Japanese people are. At Meiji Shrine, they experienced the worship, and one of them performed the purification ritual at the water pavilion. At the souvenir shop, the guests, mindful that they would soon be boarding a cruise ship, wanted compact items, and selected nearly ten pieces such as pendants and chopsticks, thinking of family and friends as they chose them. At the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, I helped take photos of the guests walking across, using their smartphone. At Tokyo Tower, the upper section was hidden by clouds, so we did not go up to the observation deck. As the light rain gradually eased, we also strolled around the Imperial Palace from Sakuradamon Gate to the Tatsumi Watchtower. By then, the guests said they had really seen a great many of Tokyo's tourist spots that day. Finally, they purchased chocolate at the basement food hall of Takashimaya, and from there I saw them back to their hotel.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Tameike-Sanno Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 700JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Harajuku～Shibuya | 160JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | Shibuya～Hamamatsucho | 260JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Kamiyacho Station～Ginza Station | 0JPY |
| Section 5 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station～Sakuradamon Station | 0JPY |
| Section 6 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Tameike-Sanno Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 1,120JPY | ||
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.
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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!