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.
Tour Itinerary
- 09:00 Hotel
- 09:40 Sightseeing spots around the hotel
- 10:20 Otemachi, around the Imperial Palace,
- 11:00 Tokyo Station, International Forum, Yurakucho
- 11:50 Ginza Walk,
- 13:00 Shinjuku West area,
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Sightseeing spots around the hotel at 09:40, Otemachi, around the Imperial Palace, at 10:20, Tokyo Station, International Forum, Yurakucho at 11:00, Ginza Walk, at 11:50 and Shinjuku West area, at 13:00.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Shinjuku to Otemachi (Tokyo) by subway (220JPY); Ginza to Shinjuku by subway (210JPY). Across 2 sections the fare came to 430JPY per person.
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1. Young adults live in a moment, I think. 2. Legislators think their life is guaranteed. They don't care about making elderly facilities or nursery schools near the train station. It's the same here. 3. We live close and help each other in North America. 4. The guests mentioned family members working as professionals in North America. 5. My parents have been married for 70 years. My mother passed away when she was 90, my father passed away when he was 99 and 9 months. 6. We start cruising tomorrow, so leave at 11 o'clock. 7. We don't have priority seats. We have bus marked with wheelchair. 8. Do you have a serious crime? Oh, scam? 9. Oh, that's why you keep left. Opposite in Kyoto? 10. So, you mean those surveys are not factional, our president is not factional. 11. I worked at one company for 23 years and another one for 20 years. 12. So, that's the value of the land used to assess inheritance (in Ginza). 13. They say if you are bald in the front, you are a great thinker.
Note: The guests left their purchases at the Hotel and went out again. We parted ways once the return route had been confirmed.
A notable stop on the tour was Ginza, one of Tokyo's most famous shopping and entertainment districts. Known for its upscale department stores, flagship boutiques, and historic establishments, Ginza has long been regarded as a symbol of refined urban culture in Japan. The district is also famous for having some of the highest land values in the country, which are often referenced when discussing property assessments. Walking through Ginza offers visitors a chance to experience a blend of modern luxury and traditional Japanese retail heritage, with elegant architecture lining its main avenues.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Shinjuku～Otemachi (Tokyo) | 220JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Ginza～Shinjuku | 210JPY |
| Total | 430JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Sightseeing spots around the hotel, Otemachi, around the Imperial Palace,, Tokyo Station, International Forum, Yurakucho, Ginza Walk, and Shinjuku West area,.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 430JPY per person across 2 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
Hideaki is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Tokyo itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
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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