Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Noripy

Title: What Is a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tokyo Station, Asakusa, and Yanaka

The guests were a group visiting from North America, and it was their first time in Japan. They planned to explore Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hakone. Starting from their accommodation right near Tokyo Station, we first looked at Tokyo Station and then set off toward the Imperial Palace. As we walked, we noticed a large crowd gathered on the Marunouchi side of Tokyo Station. It turned out to be the horse-drawn carriage of the Ambassador of the Maldives departing for the presentation of credentials to the Emperor. One of the guests shared an interesting story: earlier that morning, they had happened to talk with someone at a hotel (whom I assumed was connected to the Maldivian delegation) who had invited them to that very event, which they had declined. They were quite astonished to realize this was what it had referred to.

Some of the guests were interested in shopping, so when we transferred to the Yurakucho Line in Ginza, I introduced Ginza 4-chome. As we were about to take the subway, some of the guests expressed a strong wish to visit Kyukyodo. They enjoyed shopping there and purchased bookmarks, cards, and paper crafts, including a decorative gift envelope for an upcoming family wedding. Since some of the guests were keen on shopping and wanted to look for brand bags at a vintage shop another day, I introduced KOMEHYO on Ginza's main street.

In Asakusa, at the Starbucks at the start of Nakamise Street, some of the guests bought a coffee cup available only in Japan. Everyone tried drawing omikuji fortunes. One of the guests drew "bad luck," wished to try again, and drew "bad luck" a second time; they laughed and tied it to the omikuji rack, then went on to buy a good-luck charm. After visiting the main hall, some of the guests bought a matcha set at Kaminari Issa near the Nitenmon Gate, while some of the guests who love matcha drank it on the spot and remarked that it tasted incomparably better than what they had at home.

After that, there were so many choices that it took a while to decide on a lunch spot, but in the end we went to Ippudo, a spicy ramen shop on Kaminarimon Street. I was a little worried it might be too spicy, but everyone loved it greatly. One of the guests even described it as "the best ramen I've ever had in my life." Afterward, Nezu Shrine was very popular with everyone, and they took many photos at the row of torii gates. Along Yanaka Ginza shopping street, some fatigue began to show just before Nippori Station, but once we arrived at the Marunouchi side of Tokyo Station, they seemed relieved.

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Tour Report by Noripy

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!