Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour — Guide Noripy

What Can You See on an 8-Hour Private Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report

The guests were a group visiting from South America. Since some of the guests did not speak English, another member of the group kindly served as an interpreter between English and Portuguese. I was only able to hear their itinerary preferences when we met on the morning of the tour. They had already visited Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, and for religious reasons they preferred to avoid visiting temples and shrines if possible. It also became clear that some of the guests were interested in the Godzilla Head, while others were interested in the Shibuya Crossing and the Hachiko statue. So, although it was an 8-hour tour, we decided to skip Senso-ji Temple and Meiji Shrine. Since the hotel that was the starting point of the tour was very close to the famous Cafe Paulista in Ginza 8-chome, I first introduced this well-known cafe. The guests, who live in South America, were delighted. We then walked to Hamarikyu Gardens, and the guests remarked that "you can see it from the hotel window, but actually strolling through it gives a completely different impression because it is so spacious." They took many photos and enjoyed a leisurely walk. We continued from Tsukiji Market, the Kabukiza Theater, and Ginza main street to the Imperial Palace, and then walked to Tokyo Station. For lunch, I guided them to the restaurant floor of the Shin-Marunouchi Building so they could choose from many options to suit their preferences. One of the guests chose German cuisine. They enjoyed hamburger steak and ravioli, and were very satisfied, saying it was delicious. After that, famous sightseeing spots such as the Godzilla Head and the Shibuya Scramble Crossing appeared one after another right before their eyes, and the guests were greatly pleased to experience them. At the Hachiko statue, some of the guests took quick photos from the side, while others waited in the long line to take commemorative photos standing next to the statue. We headed to the entrance of Shibuya Sky with faint hope of getting same-day tickets, but unfortunately they were sold out and we could not go up. Still, the guests thanked me for taking them to so many places over the 8 hours and seemed very satisfied. We took a city bus from Shibuya to Shimbashi, enjoying the cityscape along the way, and said our goodbyes at the hotel.

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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!