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  • Tokyo in One Day: Hyatt Regency & Yanaka Ginza

    Tokyo in One Day: Hyatt Regency & Yanaka Ginza

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hyatt Regency
    • 10:40 Ameyoko, Statue of Saigo Takamori, Grave of the Shogitai, Kiyomizu Kannon-do, Toshogu Shrine
    • 12:20 Yanaka Ginza
    • 13:20 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Lunch, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Don Quijote and others
    • 16:00 Dismissal @ Skytree

    Title: What's a Private 1-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Ueno, Asakusa, and Skytree This was my guiding on the second day in Japan for a group visiting from North America. They had first visited Japan earlier in the year, enjoyed it, and returned this time to travel together. After Tokyo, they planned to visit Hakone, Kyoto, and Osaka. I was worried about the intense heat and humidity, but since the climate in their home region is similar, they seemed relatively fine. Even so, I advised them to stay well hydrated throughout the day. At Ameyoko, they bought matcha sweets and some Japanese snacks I recommended at a confectionery shop, and picked up eye drops at a drugstore. They remembered the historical stories from the previous day's guide and listened with interest at Ueno as well. Since Yanaka has little shade, we kept our time there brief. A bus arrived just in time, which was a great help. As they wanted sushi for lunch, I took them to a sushi restaurant, and they were delighted. Lately I have had many requests for sushi, which I appreciate, though I worry a little about the sugar intake (laughs). At Sensoji Temple, some of the guests drew omikuji fortunes and got "great blessing" and "middle blessing." As we had time to spare, we decided to go to Don Quijote, where they purchased cosmetics and other items. I took them to Tokyo Skytree, for which they had a reservation, and we parted ways there. At the end, one of the guests asked me for a selfie, which made me very happy.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayTochomae～Ueno-okachimachi220JPY
    Section 2TrainUeno～Nippori160JPY
    Section 3BusSendagi 3-chome / Toei Bus～Ueno Matsuzakaya-mae (Chuo-dori) / Toei Bus210JPY
    Section 4TrainUeno-hirokoji～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 5TrainAsakusa～Tokyo Skytree160JPY
    Total930JPY

    Tour Report by Takako

    Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
    I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
    My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
    I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
    Please let me know what interests you.
    I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
    Looking forward to meeting you!!

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    Sep 30, 2026
    16shelleyb
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
    Great day in Toyko
    Four of us spent an…

    Sep 29, 2026
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    Yokohama Experience
    Tripadvisor review: Yokohama Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Takako is an outstanding tour guide who knows Yokohama…

    Sep 24, 2026
    marshad422
    A great day of seeing so much and gaining knowledge of the historical and spiritual meaning to the places visited.
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    770stefanieg
    Wonderful, personalized tour of Tokyo
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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Depart Onyado Nono→9:20→10:30 Kiyomizu-dera Temple→11:00→12:00 Ginkaku-ji Temple→12:30～13:30 Nishiki Market→13:40～14:20 Nijo Castle→15:00 Arrive at hotel

    What's a Private Chartered-Car Day Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who had traveled from Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen two days earlier. They had initially hoped to visit Katsura Imperial Villa, but since the request was submitted only the day before, a reservation could not be secured, so we instead planned to visit Nijo Castle, Ginkaku-ji, Nishiki Market, Kiyomizu-dera, and To-ji. It was a very hot day, and the value of a tour with a chartered car became very clear. The guests were especially interested in Nishiki Market and enjoyed local specialties such as hamo (pike conger) and tako-tamago. At Kiyomizu-dera in particular, they enjoyed the wonderful views. Although it was hot and humid, the driver kindly sprayed a cooling mist on the guests' and the guide's clothes each time we got out of the car, which the guests greatly appreciated.

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    Tour Report by JOY

    Hello. It is very nice to meet you. My name is Etsuko Nakaba. I am based in the Kansai Area, which includes popular sightseeing spots
    such as the old capital Kyoto with many old temples, Nara, which is well known for vowing deer, and Osaka-the city of gourmet, entertainment and commerce.

    The Kansai area was the center of Japanese culture, as this is the place where the capital of Japan was located in the olden times.
    I was born and raised in a historical city Kobe, which is also in the Kansai area.　The city is famous for its port and old residences
    of merchants from Europe and Asia, as it opened its port for forreign trade about 150 years ago.
    It is also well known for the premium quality beef-Kobe Beef.
    The melting in the mouth texture is what every tourist would like to try. It is also one of the best 3 Japanese sake producing spots.
    Sake’s refined taste goes with not only Japanese traditional quisine, but also various dishes from around the worldaround.
    I am certain of its good match with Kobe beef. Some sake breweries show traditional sake making process, which are intriguing.
    It is also renowned for being home to one of the 3 oldest hot springs in Japan, Arima.The color of the water is gold,
    as it contains a lot of iron. It was frequented by a famous warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi 500 years ago.

    I love my hometown Kobe; however, I also lived in Tokyo for 20 years. So, l know the allure
    of the representative two cities o feastern and western Japan, Tokyo and Osaka.
    As a matter of course, there are many hidden gems in each area, in the northern, middle, or southern Japan.
    For example, Himeji City, which is to the west of Kobe city is renowned for its 400 year old castle. which is a world cultural heritage site.
    It was built by a shogun, the leader of samaurai- feudal warriors and the de facto leader of the nation.
    The original structure of the castle transfers us back to the olden times governed by samurai.
    Though some people believe that they still exist, the class was abolished aobut 150 years ago due to the drastic political reform called “Meiji Restoration”.
    If you would like to, I could take you to the fascilities where you can see authentic samurai’s armor and swords.
    Ninja or secret agents, who served feudal lords, do not exist any more either. A ninja museum in Shiga prefecture was a residence of ninja before.
    It is not rennovated for the service, so you can enjoy the complicated interior with some contraptions to defeat the intruders.

    Japan has distinct four seasons, which makes this country more attractive. Each season has its own attractions.
    Spring and autumn are ideal for sightseeing, as the climate is mild and you can enjoy beautiful scenery such as cherry blossoms or autumn foliage.
    Between summer and autumn, there is the rainy season which lasts for about a month. This season feartures hydrangeas.
    A historical city Kamakura, where the first samurai government started, is embraced by a serene atomosphere in June, as the combination of the
    old temples and the delicate beauty of hydrangeas in the overcast or rainy weather is the essence of Japanese beauty.

    The southern island Kyushu was also a gate for overseas trade. Okinawa also has its own unique and rich culture, as it was not a part of Japan in the past.
    It was an independent country called ” Ryukyu Kingdom.”in the past.
    The beauty of the ocean and the unique culture and food have been captivating the hearts of the people all over the world.

    Like these, Japan is filled with historical and natural beauty.Furthermore, traditional Japanese quisene is an intangible world cultural heritage.
    It would be an honor if I could introduce you even one of them.
    I am thrilled to meet you and iintroduce the beauty of Japan to you.

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    Jul 30, 2026
    Donald_C
    Viator review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
    A Day to Remember!
    Etsuko was so knowledgeable and as…

    Jun 17, 2026
    Jason_W
    Viator review: Kobe 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Absolutely amazing tour and guide
    This was the perfect Kyoto tour for…

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
    Custom Private Tour of Kyoto
    Our tour guide,…

    May 29, 2026
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    Viator review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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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

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 09:30 Tour starts from the hotel
    • Transfer: Subway to Asakusa
    • AM 09:45-11:00 Visit Sensoji Temple
    • Transfer: Subway & Yurikamome to Odaiba
    • AM 11:40 -PM 13:00 Odaiba Seaside Park Observation Deck & Gundam Statue, Gundam Base Tokyo Shop
    • Transfer: Yurikamome & Subway to Meiji-jingumae
    • PM 13:40-14:40 Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Transfer: Subway to Shibuya
    • PM 15:00-15:30 Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue
    • Tour ends

    Title: What Can You Do on a Private Tokyo Family Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. I had guided them the previous week in Kyoto, but that day the temperature was close to 40 degrees Celsius and the tour focused mainly on shrines and temples. For this reason, in Tokyo I aimed to include as many enjoyable spots as possible for the group, so I adjusted the destinations together with the guests on the day before starting the tour. Since one of the guests collects goshuin (temple and shrine stamps), we first visited Senso-ji Temple. After that, we went to Odaiba to see the life-size Gundam statue and to shop at the Gundam and Disney stores. We then visited Meiji Jingu Shrine, and finally I guided the group to the Pokemon Center in Shibuya, which made for a tour that everyone in the group could enjoy without getting bored. Regarding the photos taken during the tour, use for promotional purposes was not permitted for part of the group, so the available photos are limited.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayUeno-hirokoji～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa～Shimbashi220JPY
    Section 3TrainShimbashi～Odaiba330JPY
    Section 4TrainOdaiba～Shimbashi330JPY
    Section 5SubwayShimbashi～Meiji-jingumae180JPY
    Section 6SubwayKita-sando～Shibuya180JPY
    Total1,420JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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    Sep 29, 2026
    matthewsY2654UC
    Highly recommended!
    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Yoshi is an exceptional guide where he took us…

    Sep 28, 2026
    751juergend
    Perfect day in Kanazawa
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    Sep 27, 2026
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    YOSHI san was incredible!
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    YOSHI met us at our…

    Sep 19, 2026
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    A morning in Kanazawa
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  • Tokyo in One Day: b Ginza & Shibuya Crossing

    Tokyo in One Day: b Ginza & Shibuya Crossing

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 the b Ginza
    • 9:15 Hamarikyu
    • 10:45 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Sensoji Temple, etc.
    • 11:50 Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Museum
    • 12:20 Lunch @Chikuan
    • 14:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 15:00 Shibuya Crossing
    • 15:10 Disband @Shibuya Station

    What Is a First-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like in Summer? A Licensed Guide's Report This was a first-day-in-Japan private tour in Tokyo for a group visiting from Oceania who run a farm. After four days in Tokyo, they plan to continue to Sapporo, Kanazawa, and Takayama, then board a cruise from Yokohama, for a total trip of about six weeks. As another day of extreme heat was forecast, we discussed the plan together and changed part of the itinerary. At Hamarikyu, the guests enjoyed only matcha, and one of them struggled a bit with the unfamiliar taste (laughs). At Nakamise Street, the guests both purchased parasols. Their omikuji fortunes at Sensoji were "bad luck" and "moderate good luck." We cooled off indoors at the Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Museum. We had melon bread on the west approach, and since the guests said they wanted a light lunch, I took them to an udon restaurant, where they enjoyed chilled meat udon and warm "chikara" udon. They mentioned that the humidity was not as bad as they had expected. They said it is currently minus 3°C where they live. Since the Imperial Palace has little shade, we skipped it and went to Meiji Shrine instead, then visited Omotesando, Harajuku, and Takeshita Street, which were on the guests' list, and finally went to the Shibuya crossing before parting ways. At a drugstore, the guests bought the salt candy and cooling sheets that I have been giving to guests every day.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShimbashi～Asakusa220JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa～Meiji-jingumae260JPY
    Section 3TrainHarajuku～Shibuya160JPY
    Total640JPY

    Tour Report by Takako

    Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
    I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
    My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
    I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
    Please let me know what interests you.
    I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
    Looking forward to meeting you!!

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    Sep 30, 2026
    16shelleyb
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
    Great day in Toyko
    Four of us spent an…

    Sep 29, 2026
    982marvf
    Yokohama Experience
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    Takako is an outstanding tour guide who knows Yokohama…

    Sep 24, 2026
    marshad422
    A great day of seeing so much and gaining knowledge of the historical and spiritual meaning to the places visited.
    Tripadvisor…

    Sep 18, 2026
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    770stefanieg
    Wonderful, personalized tour of Tokyo
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Station & Tocho Temboudai

    Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Station & Tocho Temboudai

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel
    • 10:30 Shinjuku Station
    • 11:00 Mukogaoka Yuen Station
    • 11:30 Japan Open-Air Folk House Museum
    • 13:30 Gotokuji Temple
    • 14:30 Lunch at Fukuan
    • 15:10 Shinjuku
    • 16:03 Tocho Temboudai

    Title: What Is a Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report from the Metropolitan Government Building Observatory Body: During a private tour in Tokyo arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), the conversation with the guests covered a wide range of everyday and cultural topics. Here are some of the questions and comments shared during the day: 1. We are used to rain where we come from. 2. We once had many bikes when raising a family — one kept at a station, one at home, and a sports bike each. 3. We don't wear helmets when we ride a bike. 4. Is it true that older people in Japan continue to work because their pension is not enough? 5. Where we live, one parent must first take several weeks of leave so that the other can take a longer leave afterward, which the government actively encourages. 6. What is the average number of children per household here? The population of Japan may be shrinking. 7. Thank you. We'll say goodbye now, but we may stay here a little longer. The guests shared that they wish to enjoy traveling the world while they are in good health, and have already visited more than twenty countries across Africa, South America, and Asia. We parted ways at the observatory of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, where they wished to stay a little longer to take in the view after the rain had cleared.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherShinjuku～Mukogaoka Yuen270JPY
    Section 2OtherMukogaoka Yuen～Gotokuji200JPY
    Section 3OtherGotokuji～Shinjuku200JPY
    Total670JPY

    Tour Report by Hideaki

    Hello, welcome to Japan you all.

    I’m a resident of Ebina, Kanagawa, and am a national government licensed guide and interpreter.
    I enjoy showing travelers both the new and old of central Honshu, primarily Tokyo and Kanagawa, ranging from Meiji Shrine, Edo Castle, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ueno, Asakusa, Ginza, Ginza Sky Farmstead, Shibuya Zebra Crossings, Yokohama, Kamakura, to Hakone, not to mention Mt. Fuji, and sharing views with my guests on Japanese homes and their surroundings, Japan’s labor productivity and labor market, among others.

    I also enjoy introducing travelers to Japanese culture through home visits with Japanese families, touring Zen temples, and explaining the intricacies of Japanese culture.

    I am happy to arrange personalized tours to other places of your interest.
    I am making the most of my long experience as a foreign language education service, escorting VIPs at the Sony showroom in Ginza, Tokyo.
    I also offer services to help families and individuals relocating to Japan with immigration VISA applications.

    My hobbies are movies, strolling along the river in my neighborhood and am a novice at la lingua Italiano.
    Let’s enjoy touring together, shall we?

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    Sep 27, 2026
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  • Tokyo: Meiji Shrine & Sensoji Temple

    Tokyo: Meiji Shrine & Sensoji Temple

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09：00　Meet up @ Hotel Groove Shinjuku
    • 09：20　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 09：40　Meiji Shrine
    • 10：30　Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 11：40　Lunch @ Tokyo Imaiya Main Store (Marunouchi Building)
    • 12：40　Imperial Palace
    • 13：30　Sensoji Temple
    • 15：00　Disband @ Hotel Groove Shinjuku

    What Is a Private Full-Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen, the Imperial Palace, and Senso-ji The guests were a group from North America visiting Japan for the first time. They had already visited Hamamatsu and Tokyo Disneyland, and were scheduled to return home the next day. At Meiji Shrine, they seemed impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere, which contrasted greatly with Shibuya. They also purchased several omamori (protective charms) as souvenirs. At Shinjuku Gyoen, they seemed impressed by the beautiful Japanese garden. At the Imperial Palace, they listened with great interest to historical explanations about the role of the Emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo Shogunate. At Senso-ji Temple, they listened with interest to explanations about the differences between temples and shrines, as well as about Kaminarimon Gate. Since I responded to the guests' wishes as requested, 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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    Sep 27, 2026
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    Walking tour of Tokyo
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    Seizo was a tremendously fabulous…

    Sep 11, 2026
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    Higly recommend
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    Sep 8, 2026
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    Amazing Experience with Kamakura Day Tour
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    Sep 4, 2026
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    Pleasant stroll through HISTORY
    Tripadvisor review: Kawagoe Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
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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

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1.10:00 Meet up @ Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku
    • 2.10:30 @ Meiji Shrine
    • 3.12:00 @ Takeshita Street
    • 4.13:00 @ Shibuya Pokemon Center
    • 5.14:30 Lunch @ Falafel Brothers
    • 6.16:00 Disband @ Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku

    Title: What's a Private Tokyo Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street, and the Pokémon Center The guests were visiting Japan from North America. At the time of booking, the group was expected to include more members, but plans changed and the tour was led by one of the guests together with another member of the group. One member of the group was very cheerful and loved Pokémon, and was also very interested in history and culture. We first visited Meiji Shrine, and the guests were very taken with the forest of the shrine grounds. Both purchased ema (votive plaques) and wrote their wishes with great enthusiasm. After taking a break at a café, we went to Takeshita Street. The guests mentioned that they also loved animals and said they planned to visit a capybara café on another day. They had arrived the day before and had gone to a Pokémon Center in Shibuya, but it had been very crowded on that day and they had not been able to make their purchases, so we went to the Pokémon Center in Shibuya. This time it was not as crowded, so they were able to buy the goods and Pokémon cards they wanted. We then had lunch at a restaurant on the seventh floor and returned to the hotel. It was cloudy that day and not too hot, and I believe the guests enjoyed themselves.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainNishi-Shinjuku～Meiji-jingumae180JPY
    Section 2TrainMeiji-jingumae～Shibuya180JPY
    Section 3TrainShibuya～Nishi-Shinjuku180JPY
    Total540JPY

    Tour Report by FUMIKO

    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.

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    Sep 29, 2026
    W9834MZdavidn
    First Visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
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    Sep 12, 2026
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    Tokyo 6 hour Tour
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Fumiko tour good vibes only
    Mrs. fumiko was very…

    Jul 23, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Nice tour of Tokyo
    Don’t visit Tokyo without a guide! You’ll…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Nezu Shrine & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in One Day: Nezu Shrine & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet at Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo. Add Suica to iPhone and start
    • 8:40 Nezu Shrine
    • 9:30 Asakusa (Skytree photo)
    • 10:40 Asakusa, shopping at Maekawa Inden, took about 30 minutes. After that, bought snacks at Seven and ate them on the train
    • 11:40 East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 12:50 Meiji Shrine
    • 13:55 Disband at Shibuya Scramble Crossing

    What Is a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya It was a very hot day with strong sunshine, so I offered the guests the parasol I had brought along. At first they hesitated to use it, but eventually they did. We walked the itinerary exactly as requested, covering the sightseeing spots the guests had hoped to see, and spent a good amount of time in Asakusa for shopping and taking photos. It worked out well, as this allowed us to stay in the shade. Since the shopping took some time and the sunshine was intense, I guided the guests through only the garden section of the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, and then we headed to the cooler Meiji Shrine. One of the guests asked questions across a wide range of topics, and I made many discoveries, thinking, "Ah, so that's how you look at it." I guided the guests to Shibuya right on schedule, and the tour ended there. I received a tip.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainIidabashi～Ochanomizu160JPY
    Section 2Free PassShin-Ochanomizu～Nezu700JPY
    Section 3Free PassNezu～Yushima0JPY
    Section 4Free PassUeno-hirokoji～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 5Free PassAsakusa～Otemachi0JPY
    Section 6Free PassOtemachi～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
    Section 7TrainHarajuku～Shibuya160JPY
    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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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • Kinkaku-ji Temple 9:00 – Nijo Castle 10:30 – Nishiki Market 12:00 – Kiyomizu-dera Temple 13:30 – Higashiyama 14:30 – 15:00 Dismissal at the tea ceremony experience facility

    What Is a Private Family Walking Tour of Kyoto's Higashiyama District Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe. The itinerary was finalized three days before the tour, and I had received a comment saying, "That's wonderful! I am getting excited!" However, at 8:00 p.m. the night before, they requested a change to the itinerary, which caught me off guard for a moment. As we talked things through, I understood that there were unavoidable circumstances, so I accommodated the change. On the day of the tour as well, after we met, they said, "We are flexible," and just as they described, there were some changes to the plan. They were easygoing, and I felt that perhaps this too is one form of travel. The group had previously stayed in Japan, and one of them was fluent in Japanese. Since they wanted to experience a tea ceremony, I introduced them to a shop near Ninenzaka, and they were very pleased.

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    Tour Report by JOY

    Hello. It is very nice to meet you. My name is Etsuko Nakaba. I am based in the Kansai Area, which includes popular sightseeing spots
    such as the old capital Kyoto with many old temples, Nara, which is well known for vowing deer, and Osaka-the city of gourmet, entertainment and commerce.

    The Kansai area was the center of Japanese culture, as this is the place where the capital of Japan was located in the olden times.
    I was born and raised in a historical city Kobe, which is also in the Kansai area.　The city is famous for its port and old residences
    of merchants from Europe and Asia, as it opened its port for forreign trade about 150 years ago.
    It is also well known for the premium quality beef-Kobe Beef.
    The melting in the mouth texture is what every tourist would like to try. It is also one of the best 3 Japanese sake producing spots.
    Sake’s refined taste goes with not only Japanese traditional quisine, but also various dishes from around the worldaround.
    I am certain of its good match with Kobe beef. Some sake breweries show traditional sake making process, which are intriguing.
    It is also renowned for being home to one of the 3 oldest hot springs in Japan, Arima.The color of the water is gold,
    as it contains a lot of iron. It was frequented by a famous warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi 500 years ago.

    I love my hometown Kobe; however, I also lived in Tokyo for 20 years. So, l know the allure
    of the representative two cities o feastern and western Japan, Tokyo and Osaka.
    As a matter of course, there are many hidden gems in each area, in the northern, middle, or southern Japan.
    For example, Himeji City, which is to the west of Kobe city is renowned for its 400 year old castle. which is a world cultural heritage site.
    It was built by a shogun, the leader of samaurai- feudal warriors and the de facto leader of the nation.
    The original structure of the castle transfers us back to the olden times governed by samurai.
    Though some people believe that they still exist, the class was abolished aobut 150 years ago due to the drastic political reform called “Meiji Restoration”.
    If you would like to, I could take you to the fascilities where you can see authentic samurai’s armor and swords.
    Ninja or secret agents, who served feudal lords, do not exist any more either. A ninja museum in Shiga prefecture was a residence of ninja before.
    It is not rennovated for the service, so you can enjoy the complicated interior with some contraptions to defeat the intruders.

    Japan has distinct four seasons, which makes this country more attractive. Each season has its own attractions.
    Spring and autumn are ideal for sightseeing, as the climate is mild and you can enjoy beautiful scenery such as cherry blossoms or autumn foliage.
    Between summer and autumn, there is the rainy season which lasts for about a month. This season feartures hydrangeas.
    A historical city Kamakura, where the first samurai government started, is embraced by a serene atomosphere in June, as the combination of the
    old temples and the delicate beauty of hydrangeas in the overcast or rainy weather is the essence of Japanese beauty.

    The southern island Kyushu was also a gate for overseas trade. Okinawa also has its own unique and rich culture, as it was not a part of Japan in the past.
    It was an independent country called ” Ryukyu Kingdom.”in the past.
    The beauty of the ocean and the unique culture and food have been captivating the hearts of the people all over the world.

    Like these, Japan is filled with historical and natural beauty.Furthermore, traditional Japanese quisene is an intangible world cultural heritage.
    It would be an honor if I could introduce you even one of them.
    I am thrilled to meet you and iintroduce the beauty of Japan to you.

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  • Wakayama in Half a Day: Seifukuin & Kongobuji

    Wakayama in Half a Day: Seifukuin & Kongobuji

    Mt. Koya Sacred Sites Half-Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:50　Meet @ Fudoin
    • 9:00　Seifukuin
    • 9:20　Okunoin
    • 10:30　Shojingu　Viewing
    • 11:40　Danjo Garan
    • 12:10　Kongobuji
    • 13:00　Disband @ Kongobuji Visiting Exit

    Title: What Is a Private Guided Tour of Koyasan Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe. The weather was sunny, but as it was a little hot, we walked in the shade as much as possible, and toward the end of the tour the temperature rose, so we went inside the buildings of Kongobuji Temple to avoid the heat. Since the starting point of the tour was the temple lodging Fudoin, I explained about the Mausoleum of Bifukumonin, which is located beside the grounds of Fudoin and managed by the Imperial Household Agency. After that, at Okunoin, it happened to be the timing of the Shojinku offering ceremony at 10:30 in the morning, so the guests were able to watch it at a relaxed pace. It was a four-hour guided tour starting at 9:00 in the morning, and I believe I was able to convey an overall picture of Koyasan. At the Danjo Garan, I took a photo with the guests in front of the Konpon Daito pagoda, and as they gave their consent for promotional use, I am sending the guest image.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusOkunoin-mae／Nankai Rinkan Bus～Kongobuji-mae／Nankai Rinkan Bus270JPY
    Total270JPY

    Tour Report by naka

    I have guiding experience for 6 years. The name of my web site is “gururin kansai” which means to go around Kansai district.
    Kansai district includes Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe, Wakayama (Koyasan).
    I provide more than 2,000 sightseeing spots information in Japanese, English and Chinese.
    In 2021 I walked through four pilgrims loads in Koya and Kumano area.
    I also have the license of official guide of Kongobuji temple and world heritage master of Wakayama Prefecture.
    I would like to engage in the guide in English at Wakayama prefecture (Koyasan) and neighboring area.

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