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  • Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1) 9:00 Meet @ OMO3 Tokyo Akasaka by Hoshino Resorts (4-3-2 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
    • 2) 9:15 Hie Shrine (cherry blossoms) and Sanno Inari Shrine Senbon Torii
    • 3) 9:40 Former Nogi Residence & Nogi Shrine
    • 4) 10:10 Tokyo Midtown <exterior>・The National Art Center, Tokyo <exterior>
    • 5) 10:30 Minami-Aoyama <Aoyama Cemetery (cherry blossoms) → Nezu Museum → SunnyHills Minami-Aoyama, etc.>
    • 6) 11:00 Omotesando・Harajuku
    • 7) 12:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 8) 13:00 Disband @ Harakado (6-31-21 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) 5F Restaurant Floor

    Title: What Can You See on a Private Walking Tour from Akasaka to Meiji Shrine and Harajuku in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private walking tour for guests visiting from Europe. In the pre-tour communication, the guests had said they wished to visit Meiji Shrine and Harajuku (they planned to see Tsukiji and Shinbashi on a separate tour). Based on this, I prepared an itinerary in advance and presented it to the guests, who happily agreed. At the hotel meeting point on the day (note: the meeting point registered in the system, Hotel, had already closed, and the correct location is another Hotel built on its former site — I am very sorry for not updating the meeting point in the system!), we reconfirmed the itinerary and started the tour. The guests had already brought an ICOCA pass on the recommendation of an overseas agency. Touching on the history of Akasaka, I showed them a traditional restaurant associated with Akasaka geisha (exterior only), then guided them to Hie Shrine, where the cherry blossoms were in full bloom (we skipped the main grounds), and the thousand torii gates of Sanno Inari Shrine. It was not yet crowded, so we had plenty of room to take photos. After moving by subway, we took photos of the cherry blossoms at a park near Nogizaka. While introducing the background of the former Nogi Residence, we were captivated by the tranquility of Nogi Shrine. The walkway from the lawn plaza of Tokyo Midtown (today was its anniversary) to the National Art Center, Tokyo was sparsely crowded, and the guests were delighted by the cherry blossoms in full bloom. The cherry blossoms along the road running north to south through Aoyama Cemetery were also at their peak. In the morning the sky was hazy with a blossom-season overcast, but by late morning blue sky appeared and the temperature rose, warm enough to break a sweat while walking. Passing through stylish streets with the Nezu Museum, Yoku Moku Aoyama flagship store, and SunnyHills Minami-Aoyama, we made our way to Omotesando. The guests were puzzled to see a long line at the Jingumae intersection (I looked into it but could not determine its purpose). Takeshita Street in Harajuku, packed with animal cafes, sweets, and more, was as bustling as ever with families on spring break and international visitors, and the guests enjoyed the scene. At Meiji Shrine, the guests offered their prayers, and I introduced its history and religious perspective. After getting coffee to go at the forest cafe, I guided them to Harakado for a lunch recommendation, and we parted with smiles.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKokkai-gijidomae～Nogizaka180JPY
    Total180JPY

    Tour Report by Tachi

    Hi! I’m a local guide in Tokyo and have been working as a licensed tour guide for almost 10 years. I love helping guests discover the “real Japan” beyond the guidebooks. I enjoy showing guests both famous sights and places that many tourists miss. My tours are based on your interests and can include not only famous sightseeing spots, but also local neighborhoods, culture, history, and everyday life in Japan. I also help guests enjoy Japanese cultural activities and make communication easier. If you’d like vegan or gluten-free meals, let me help you find suitable restaurants in Tokyo. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please feel free to let me know in advance. I look forward to showing you around Tokyo!

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    Sep 6, 2026
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    Jun 19, 2026
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  • Tokyo: Toyosu Market & Tsukiji Market

    Tokyo: Toyosu Market & Tsukiji Market

    Tsukiji & Toyosu Market Local Food Tour with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 6:30　Pickup at Toyosu Station
    • 6:40～7:20　Toyosu Market tour
    • 7:20～8:30　Breakfast @ Sushi Akira
    • 8:30～8:50　Move to Tsukiji Market
    • 8:50～10:20　Tsukiji Market tour (outer market, standing bar, Namiyoke Shrine, Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple)
    • 10:30　Dismissal

    What's a Private Toyosu and Tsukiji Fish Market Tour in Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors based in North America. They were traveling on a cruise around East Asian countries, with Tokyo as their departure point in Japan, so they arrived early in the morning at Haneda and headed straight to Toyosu Market, where we met to begin the tour. This was their third visit to Japan. On a previous trip they had visited Tsukiji but were unable to see the tuna auction, so they chose this tour specifically because they wanted to witness it. As one of the guests also enjoys fishing, the group observed the auction with great interest and asked many questions about the different types and structures of tuna. After watching the tuna auction, we toured the general fish auction, followed by the intermediate wholesalers' building. The guests then wished to have breakfast, and since Sushi Dai was already fully booked, we chose the neighboring sushi restaurant instead. They ordered an eight-piece omakase set, steamed clam, and beer, and enjoyed their meal in high spirits while watching the sushi chef prepare each piece right in front of them. We traveled to Tsukiji Market using a charter service arranged by the guests. At Tsukiji, after walking around the outer market, we enjoyed sake at a standing bar on the third floor of the fish market building. We visited Namiyoke Shrine to pray for a safe and healthy journey, had drinks at a matcha stand, and then parted ways at Tsukiji Hongwanji. The guests asked for advice on how to spend the rest of their day, so I recommended a whisky museum in Ginza where one can enjoy whisky tasting, as well as cherry blossom viewing at Chidorigafuchi. The guests were calm, cheerful, and highly intelligent. They told me it had been a wonderful start to their long cruise.

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    Tour Report by Tomoya

    Hello, and welcome to Japan.
    My name is Tomoya Kimura, and I will be your licensed guide for this tour.
    It is a great pleasure to meet you.

    I obtained my National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter qualification in February 2025.
    I am actively participating in professional training programs and have recently started my guiding work.

    Before becoming a guide, I worked for 13 years at a major Japanese trading company, specializing in international sales.
    I also lived and worked overseas for a total of five years in Germany and Thailand.
    Through that experience, I learned how to work closely with people from different cultural backgrounds, to understand their perspectives, and to build trust through clear and respectful communication.
    I believe these skills are equally important when guiding guests from abroad.

    I am also a passionate traveler myself and have visited around 40 countries so far.
    My particular interests are Shintoism, Japan’s hot spring culture, and regional food traditions.
    During our time together, I hope not only to show you places, but also to share the stories behind them like why hot springs are so important to Japanese people, and how local food cultures have developed over time.

    I always try to adapt my guiding style to each guest’s interests and pace, so that you can feel comfortable, relaxed, and truly enjoy your time in Japan.
    I hope this journey will leave you with lasting memories and a deeper connection to the places we visit.

    Thank you very much, and I look forward to spending a wonderful time with you.

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    Apr 18, 2026
    N9452DMrebeccaa
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    A beautiful day in Tokyo
    Tomo was wonderful and a great guide!

    Mar 30, 2026
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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Ginza

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Ginza

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Meet at Hamamatsucho Station
    • 13:40 Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 15:15 Ueno Park
    • 16:30 Ginza
    • 17:00 Disband at Higashi-Ginza Station

    Title: What's a Private Cherry Blossom Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shinjuku Gyoen and Ueno Park The guests joined this private tour from Oceania. They had arrived in Japan by cruise ship and were scheduled to depart the following day, so they made time to join the tour between their plans. They wished to see cherry blossoms, so I guided them mainly around Shinjuku Gyoen and Ueno Park. Since the guests preferred to move slowly and keep the walking distance short, and because of the heat that day, there were moments when they rested while inside Shinjuku Gyoen and during shopping in Ginza. I also needed to adjust the tour itinerary, such as canceling the originally planned visit to Shibuya, in consideration of the guests' condition. At the end of the tour, the guests told me that the transportation system was complex and it would have been difficult for them to get around on their own, so they were glad they had joined, and that they were happy to have finally seen the cherry blossoms they had longed to see. Their kind words made me very happy as well.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHamamatsucho～Sendagaya260JPY
    Section 2TrainShinjuku～Ueno260JPY
    Section 3TrainUeno～Ginza180JPY
    Total700JPY

    Tour Report by Miho

    Hello, I’m Miho Ozawa, and I’ve been working as a government licenced guide interpreter for six years in Tokyo. I live in east Tokyo with my family, including my three children, and I love art, gardens, photography and traveling.
    It’s such a pleasure to explore this fascinating city Tokyo with you. There are so many things you can do, although sometimes it’s hard to choose what to do within a limited time. I would really appreciate if you could let me know what you would like to do or where you would like to visit in Tokyo. I would be happy to help you plan to make your trip a memorable one. I’m forward to hearing from you and meeting you soon!

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    Apr 18, 2026
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    Fun day out with Miho
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Sakura Street in Ueno Park

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Sakura Street in Ueno Park

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Hotel Iconic Tokyo Shiodome
    • 9:40 Meiji Shrine
    • 10:50 Takeshita Street, mingle with the otters at Otter Cafe
    • 12:40 Help the guest purchase a Welcome Suica at Ekitabi Concierge Shinjuku (South-South)
    • 13:20 Stroll along "Sakura Street" in Ueno Park
    • 14:15 Lunch at "Tsukiji Sushisei Shinkan"
    • 15:00 Buy an iced matcha latte at "MATCH STAND MARUNI TOKYO TSUKIJI".
    • 15:15 On Harumi Street, tell the taxi driver "to TOKYO SKYTREE" and disband

    Can You Do a Private Family-Style Day Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe, who had arrived in Japan two days earlier. After staying in Tokyo for several days, some of the guests planned to fly home from Haneda Airport, while the others intended to travel on to Kanazawa, Kyoto, and Osaka before returning home. In advance emails, the guests asked for recommendations beyond the planned itinerary. Since some of them were interested in vintage shops, I created and sent a map with a suggested route around Shimokitazawa, which they were very pleased with. On the day, an unplanned visit to an Otter Café was added to enjoy time with the otters, so we skipped Sensoji Temple and moved to Ueno Park instead. One of the guests, who enjoyed photography, happily took photos of the cherry blossoms in full bloom and of the group smiling beneath the trees, using a digital camera popular among young people.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShimbashi～Meiji-jingumae180JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shinjuku160JPY
    Section 3TrainShinjuku～Ueno260JPY
    Section 4TrainUeno～Tsukiji180JPY
    Total780JPY

    Tour Report by Bruce

    Hello (Konnichiwa). My name is Masanori SUGANO. Most of my friends call me Bruce, so you can call me Bruce. It would be my pleasure to act as a guide for you as I have been a guide for over twenty years. I curate my tours to suit your quest for knowledge and make you laugh with Dad jokes as an ice breaker. I can add some of my experiences as seasoning since I’m a seasoned guide. I always gain a new perspective through my guests’ eyes, and that’s why I am passionate about my job.
    You can create your own itinerary, and when we meet, you can let me know what things you want to see. I am very flexible and can go off the beaten track on your request.
    Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I am looking forward to meeting you.
    Thank you (Arigatou-gozaimasu).

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    Aug 25, 2026
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    Aug 3, 2026
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    Jul 2, 2026
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  • Kanagawa: Kamakura Hokokuji Temple & Kenchoji Temple

    Kanagawa: Kamakura Hokokuji Temple & Kenchoji Temple

    Kamakura from Yokohama by Private Car with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:45　Meet @ Yokohama Shinko Cruise Terminal
    • 09:40　Kamakura Hokokuji Temple
    • 10:20　Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    • 11:00　Komachi Street
    • 12:00　Hasedera Temple
    • 12:50　Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
    • 13:50　Kenchoji Temple
    • 15:00 　Dismissal @ Yokohama Station
    • (Afterwards, the guests traveled by the same car to the hotel at Haneda Airport. The vehicle fee to Haneda Airport was paid in advance by the guests.)

    Title: What Can You See on a Private Day Trip to Kamakura from a Yokohama Cruise Port? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who arrived in Yokohama by cruise ship in the morning and planned to enjoy sightseeing in Kamakura before returning home the following day. At Hokokuji Temple, the guests appeared deeply impressed by the beautiful bamboo grove. At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, they listened with great interest to explanations about the differences between shrines and temples and about the Kamakura shogunate. At Hasedera Temple, they were impressed by the large statue of Kannon, and at Kotokuin Temple they admired the Great Buddha. Since the guests mentioned that they had eaten a large breakfast and did not need lunch, I added a visit to Kenchoji Temple in place of the lunch break, where the cherry blossoms were in full bloom and greatly delighted them. As I responded according to the guests' wishes throughout the day, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Tour Report by Seizo

    I am Seizo Kamiuto, National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English). I was born in Kagoshima City in Kyushu (Southern part of Japan) and grew up there until the graduation from a high school. I came to Tokyo to enter a University in Tokyo and since then, I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years and therefore I know Tokyo and its suburbs and Kagoshima City very well. After retiring from an IT company, I have been working as a Guide Interpreter of English since March 2018. I have guided many overseas guests to the popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji area (Kawaguchiko Lake etc.), Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Kawagoe and Kagoshima and so on. I have received good reviews from many guests. I can explain the history and the culture of Japan in detail. I look forward to an opportunity to guide you in Japan. Thank you. Seizo Kamiuto

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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 THE BLOSSOM HIBIYA　After schedule meeting, walk to Hibiya Station
    • 11:15 Arrive at Tsukiji Station, head to Tsukiji Market while viewing Tsukiji Hongwanji, after strolling and light meal head to Tsukiji Station
    • 13:00 Arrive at Nippori Station via Ueno Station, head to Yanaka Ginza and Yanaka Cemetery, after strolling head to Nippori Station
    • 14:30 Arrive at Ueno Station, head to Ueno Park and Shinobazu Pond, after strolling and light meal head to Ueno Station
    • 15:45 Arrive at Asakusa Station, stroll Kaminarimon and Nakamise, disband at Nakamise upon request

    Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? Tsukiji, Yanaka, Ueno, and Asakusa — A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group of guests from Europe, all of whom had arrived in Japan just the day before. We walked from the hotel to Hibiya Station and took the subway to the Tsukiji Market. At Tsukiji, rather than seafood, the guests preferred to enjoy items such as tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), meat dishes, and fruit, and they appeared to be enjoying the experience overall. Afterward, we took the subway to Ueno and then continued by JR to Nippori, where we visited Yanaka Ginza and Yanaka Cemetery. At Yanaka Cemetery in particular, the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and the guests showed great interest, taking many photographs. Since the guests expressed a wish to ride a boat at Shinobazu Pond, we changed the original plan and visited the Ueno area first. After taking the Yamanote Line to Ueno, we strolled around Ueno Park and Shinobazu Pond and guided them to the boat dock. However, due to time constraints, we did not actually take a boat ride and only confirmed the location of the dock, and the guests enjoyed some light refreshments from the food stalls. We then took the subway to Asakusa and toured Kaminarimon and Nakamise Street. The guests were impressed by the size of the large lantern at Kaminarimon and showed great interest in the wide variety of goods along Nakamise. As it was only the day after their arrival in Japan, some of the guests appeared tired, so although we had a little time to spare, we wrapped up the schedule early at the guests' request and parted ways. At each location, the guests showed strong interest and appeared satisfied overall. In particular, I felt they had a high level of interest in the unique culture and atmosphere of Japan, such as the Tsukiji Market and the Yanesen area.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayHibiya～Tsukiji180JPY
    Section 2SubwayTsukiji～Ueno180JPY
    Section 3TrainUeno～Nippori160JPY
    Section 4TrainNippori～Ueno160JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Total860JPY

    Tour Report by Toshi

    Self-Background

    During my university years, I lived in a dormitory for four years and had the opportunity to live with many international students.
    Of course, we spoke English.
    After graduating from university, I started working as an English teacher at a junior high school.
    I was able to have a fun teaching life while interacting with many students. During that time, I continued to study English on my own and obtained the pre-1st grade English proficiency test.
    After that, I worked for the Board of Education as a supervisor in charge of English education, and then managed a school as a vice principal, and later principal.
    After retiring from teaching, I took the TOEIC (L&R) and achieved my highest score of 945.
    I also obtained a license as a national guide-interpreter, and began working as a guide for overseas visitors in English.
    Currently, I guide tourists to several places around the country.
    Many customers have told me that I am a good guide, saying that my guidance is easy to understand and that I have a lot of knowledge about sightseeing spots and history.
    Furthermore, I will continue to improve my skills and make efforts to give you a better experience in Japan, so please come and enjoy your trip in Japan with me.

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  • Tokyo: Hanzomon & Akihabara

    Tokyo: Hanzomon & Akihabara

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 hotel (Nishi-Shinjuku) meet up
    • 8:30 Sakuradamon, Nijubashi
    • 9:20 Hanzomon
    • 10:00 Chidorigafuchi
    • 11:00 Tsukiji
    • 12:50 Asakusa
    • 14:00 Akihabara
    • 16:00 End

    What Can You See on a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo's Imperial Palace, Tsukiji, Asakusa, and Akihabara? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. As the East Gardens were closed that day, we entered through Sakuradamon Gate and took in the view of Nijubashi Bridge. Early in the morning there were few people, making it ideal for group photos. The guests seemed more interested in the pine trees of the outer garden than in the bridge, and were delighted, saying they looked like bonsai. Since the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, we strolled along the western half of the outer perimeter of the Imperial Palace from Sakuradamon Gate. Every direction offered a continuous succession of wonderful scenery, and the guests were thrilled and took many photos. We covered the classic course of Tsukiji, Asakusa, and Akihabara, but at each stop we went over schedule taking commemorative photos and enjoying snacks. Having fully enjoyed the cherry blossoms around the Imperial Palace perimeter, we gave up on the planned visit to Ueno and focused only on Akihabara. Time passed as the guests became absorbed in anime goods and arcade games, and we reached the scheduled end time. Since everyone was a little tired from all the walking, we finished the tour by resting at a coffee shop.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku (Tokyo Metro)～Kasumigaseki (Tokyo)180JPY
    Section 2SubwayKudanshita～Tsukiji180JPY
    Section 3SubwayTsukiji～Asakusa210JPY
    Section 4TrainAsakusa (TX)～Akihabara230JPY
    Total800JPY

    Tour Report by Masa

    Hello everyone, and welcome to Japan!
    I obtained a national tour guide license back in 2001, while I have been busy teaching English full time for many years. Since 2018 I have enjoyed guiding guests from all over the world.

    I live in a western suburb of Tokyo, so I can guide you around the wider Tama area as well as central Tokyo. I love introducing visitors to both the famous highlights and the hidden gems where you can take wonderful photos and experience authentic Japanese culture. Along the way, I enjoy sharing stories about Japanese history, traditions, and daily life.

    I once worked in Australia as a teacher of Japanese language, which gave me many opportunities to communicate with people from different cultures.
    I also enjoy golf — I even traveled alone to the UK for a golf tour.

    I look forward to guiding you and helping your time in Japan both enjoyable and memorable.

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    Apr 27, 2026
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    Highly recommend!
    This was the first thing we did in Japan, it…

    Apr 13, 2026
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    Great experience
    Amazing walking tour. The guide customizes…

    Mar 30, 2026
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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Asakusa & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Asakusa & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 meet at Hotel (Shiba Park)
    • 11:00 Asakusa
    • 12:40 East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 14:10 Meiji Shrine
    • 14:30 Tour ends

    What's a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, the Imperial Palace, and Meiji Shrine The guests were a group visiting from Europe. They were very energetic, having arrived the previous day and already gone to Shibuya right away. Asakusa was more crowded than expected, with congestion even from Exit A3, and Nakamise was extremely packed. I managed to keep moving while explaining along the way, but time kept slipping away. It was the final day of the spring public opening at the Imperial Palace. We took photo after photo while viewing the cherry blossoms in various spots within the East Gardens. The strong sunshine made it warm enough for short sleeves, and we looked for drinks, but many were sold out. It was more crowded than anticipated. Finally, we headed to Meiji Shrine. The crowds in Harajuku were also greater than expected, and at times I nearly lost sight of some of the guests. We ran out of time before reaching the main hall, so I guided them to the restaurant I had reserved, right at the scheduled end time. Since I had already explained about Meiji Shrine on the subway, I let them know they could take their time after their meal, and the tour came to an end.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayMita (Tokyo)～Asakusa220JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa～Takebashi210JPY
    Section 3SubwayNijubashimae～Meiji-jingumae210JPY
    Total640JPY

    Tour Report by Masa

    Hello everyone, and welcome to Japan!
    I obtained a national tour guide license back in 2001, while I have been busy teaching English full time for many years. Since 2018 I have enjoyed guiding guests from all over the world.

    I live in a western suburb of Tokyo, so I can guide you around the wider Tama area as well as central Tokyo. I love introducing visitors to both the famous highlights and the hidden gems where you can take wonderful photos and experience authentic Japanese culture. Along the way, I enjoy sharing stories about Japanese history, traditions, and daily life.

    I once worked in Australia as a teacher of Japanese language, which gave me many opportunities to communicate with people from different cultures.
    I also enjoy golf — I even traveled alone to the UK for a golf tour.

    I look forward to guiding you and helping your time in Japan both enjoyable and memorable.

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    Apr 27, 2026
    Matthew_T
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    Highly recommend!
    This was the first thing we did in Japan, it…

    Apr 13, 2026
    Beverly_S
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    Great experience
    Amazing walking tour. The guide customizes…

    Mar 30, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Entrance of Harajuku Takeshita

    Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Entrance of Harajuku Takeshita

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet at The Westin Tokyo
    • 10:10 Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 12:00 Asakusa (Skytree photos)
    • 14:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 14:50 Entrance of Harajuku Takeshita Street (They didn't like such crowded places, so we returned to the hotel)
    • 15:15 Disband at The Westin Tokyo

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shinjuku Gyoen, Asakusa, and Meiji Shrine It was a somewhat warm and cloudy day, but no rain fell, so the tour proceeded smoothly. At Shinjuku Gyoen, the guests took many photos of the cherry blossoms, camellias, and the Japanese garden, and enjoyed their time there. Asakusa was very crowded as well, but the guests took many photos and had fun drawing omikuji fortunes. At Meiji Shrine, the guests seemed to appreciate the simple beauty of Japan, and I also received some questions about religion. During the tour, various topics came up, such as their home, where they were from, and their hobbies, and the tour proceeded in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. After Meiji Shrine, I guided them to the entrance of Takeshita Street, but as they preferred to avoid such crowded places, they returned to the Hotel and the tour ended. A tip was received.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainEbisu～Shibuya160JPY
    Section 2Free PassShibuya～Shinjuku-sanchome700JPY
    Section 3Free PassShinjuku Gyoen～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 4Free PassAsakusa～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
    Section 5TrainHarajuku～Ebisu160JPY
    Total1,020JPY

    Tour Report by Koba

    My name is Eiji Kobayashi (Mr.), and I will be your guide during your stay in Tokyo.
    Please call me Koba.
    Allow me to introduce myself. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter of Japan and an expert in Japanese history and culture, and also in nursing and health. I usually work as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) at a Public Health Center in Tokyo, and I hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additionally, I have a Ph.D. in medical science.
    Born in 1957 and raised in Tokyo, I have worked for 33 years mainly in the research and development area for some pharmaceutical companies. Then, I changed my career to nursing and entered a university to obtain a PHN and RN license. I took the Licensed Guide for preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and volunteered in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2021.

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  • Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:55 Depart from the hotel, heading to Shinjuku Gyoen.
    • 09:20 Arrive at Shinjuku Gyoen, stroll around.
    • 10:40 Head from Shinjuku Gyoen to Shibamata.
    • 11:40 Arrive at Shibamata, visit Taishakuten (including the carvings and garden), Yamamoto-tei, and the Tora-san Museum. Lunch at the Tora-san Cafe.
    • 14:30 Depart from Shibamata, heading to Ueno.
    • 15:10 Arrive at Ueno, pass through Toshogu Shrine and the row of cherry trees to the National Museum.
    • 16:00 Enter the National Museum, visit the 1st and 2nd floors of the main building.
    • 17:00 Head from Ueno to the hotel.
    • 17:45 Arrive at the hotel and disband.

    Title: What Can You See on a Private Full-Day Walking Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests had walked about 28,000 steps the previous day, which I was a little concerned about, but today they walked roughly 15,000 steps as well. They had mentioned that they had already seen the cherry blossoms the day before and did not need to see more, but as planned we arrived at Shinjuku Gyoen and strolled through the garden, and they still remarked, "It's beautiful, wonderful." Since the guests wanted to see an old, traditional part of downtown Tokyo, I guided them to Shibamata. Their reactions were not always very clear, so there were parts I could not fully read, but they seemed to enjoy the garden at Taishakuten. At Ueno they were surprised by the crowds. They also asked whether there were always this many food stalls, and I answered as appropriate. I believe they came to understand at least a little about Japan's cherry blossom viewing culture (though at Ueno it seemed that perhaps more than half of the people were visitors from abroad).

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainOkubo (Tokyo)～Shinjuku160JPY
    Section 2SubwayShinjuku～Shinjuku-gyoemmae180JPY
    Section 3SubwayShinjuku-gyoemmae～Yotsuya180JPY
    Section 4TrainYotsuya～Asakusabashi200JPY
    Section 5OtherAsakusabashi～Shibamata380JPY
    Section 6TrainShibamata～Ueno280JPY
    Section 7TrainUeno～Shin-Okubo260JPY
    Total1,640JPY

    Tour Report by Toshi

    I have worked as a diplomat for 48 years until last year(2024), so I think I am good at explaining anything about Japan in English. Though I’m a novice as tour guide, l promise that I will make detailed and thorough preparations for guiding you and to make your trip smooth and enjoyable. I myself like to experience various means of transportation and interested in local culture, history and food. You may be a bit concerned about my age(71 years old), but I am quite fit for work. Just to prove this I wish to say that I played 5 rounds of golf this summer month of August, 2025.

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