Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour — Guide Tachi
August, 2024
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. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- 1) 12:55 Meet up @ Hotel Metropolitan Marunouchi (Sapia Tower, 1-7-12 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
- 2) 13:20 Shibuya Crossing
- 3) 14:30 Asakusa <Nakamise-dori, Senso-ji Temple, Nishi-Sando, Hoppy Street, Shin-Nakamise-dori>
- 4) 16:00 Tokyo Tower
- 5) 17:00 Azabudai Hills (1-3-7 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
- 6) 17:30 Disband @ Hotel Metropolitan Marunouchi (Sapia Tower, 1-7-12 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
What Does a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tokyo Tower, Shibuya, and Asakusa
I guided a group visiting from Oceania on a private one-day tour of Tokyo. Before the tour, I received requests via email (they wished to see Tokyo Tower, Shibuya, and Asakusa), and I confirmed the itinerary again at the meeting point. We were able to meet about five minutes ahead of schedule, and the tour of Shibuya went smoothly. On the subway ride to Asakusa, we exchanged information. Since they planned to travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen on the 15th, and Typhoon No. 7 was approaching, I advised them to pay attention to the JR Central website starting the day before and to head to the station early on the day of travel (I also sent the latest information by email). In Asakusa, I guided them not only through Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street but also through other areas. We arrived at Tokyo Tower at exactly 4:00, and as the guide I waited on the 3rd floor. After that, since we had the opportunity, I gave them a quick tour of Mori JP Tower and Azabudai Hills, and we parted ways at the entrance of their Hotel. After we said goodbye, I noticed the news that the Tokaido Shinkansen (Tokyo–Nagoya) would be suspended all day on Friday, August 16, so I contacted them by email. I received a reply that the guests had immediately headed to Tokyo Station to change their tickets, which put me at ease.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Tozai Line Otemachi Station～Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line Shibuya Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station～Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Kamiyacho Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Kamiyacho Station～Tokyo Metro Tozai Line Otemachi Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 600JPY | ||
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!
Jun 19, 2026
Daniel_O
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
10/10 would do again!
Our guide, Tachi was incredibly accommodating, friendly, and…
Jun 19, 2026
Daniel_O
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
10/10 would do again!
Our guide, Tachi was incredibly accommodating, friendly, and patient with our group. Their
expertise made our vacation fun, educational, and stress-free!
May 24, 2026
Meander63637687943
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Tour guide Tachi is the best!
A most enjoyable and…
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Meander63637687943
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover’s Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tour guide Tachi is the best!
A most enjoyable and personalized tour . Tachi was most professional and knowledgeable.
She provided very very thorough historical information about the 4 gardens we visited. I
would highly recommend her!
May 19, 2026
Jai_K
Viator review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
I would definitely…
I would definitely recommend this tour. Our guide Tachi…
May 19, 2026
Jai_K
Viator review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
I would definitely…
I would definitely recommend this tour. Our guide Tachi was so helpful in showing us around and answering all our questions. It was a great idea to do this on the first day since we covered most of the popular cultural sights and areas with her leaving the ret of our days for other specific interests.
May 5, 2026
Gary33556
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful tour of the highlights of Tokyo
Tachi was our guide. What…
May 5, 2026
Gary33556
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful tour of the highlights of Tokyo
Tachi was our guide. What a wonderful experience. She communicated very effectively before our departure to plan a very nice tour around the city. On the day of departure, it was raining very heavily in Tokyo and we considered rescheduling, but went ahead anyway. She met us at our hotel just as planned and set out on a very nice tour that visited all the sites we wanted to see. We used the subway system to move about the city. We we very happy with the tour and would book with her again in the future if we return to Tokyo. Hint: download PASMO to your phone to pay for subway rides.