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
- 12:00 Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
- 12:30 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Sensoji Temple
- 14:20 Rikugien Garden
- 15:30 Nezu Shrine
- 14:15 Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
Title: What's a Private Tokyo Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Rikugien, Nezu Shrine, and Asakusa
The guests were visitors from Europe who had come to Japan to attend a conference in Yokohama. The day before the tour, they asked about leaving their luggage at Tokyo Station after arriving at Haneda in the morning, so I introduced a website where reservations could be made, but in the end they left their bags in a locker they found themselves. I met one of the guests at Tokyo Station, but since the other was coming from Yokohama and running late, we set off first and were able to meet up at Kaminarimon. I had advised them to prepare cash beforehand, but they seemed to think it would work out somehow and had not brought any. Since one of them did not have an iPhone, they tried to buy a PASMO or a ticket at the station, only to find that only cash was accepted, so I paid for a PASMO on their behalf, and they withdrew Japanese yen at a convenience store to pay me back. At Rikugien, a traditional daikagura performance was just about to begin, so we watched it for a while as I interpreted. At Nezu Shrine, the Sunday azalea festival was underway, with many food stalls and an incredible number of visitors; we happened to enter smoothly from the north gate, but there was a long line at the main entrance. The route from Nezu to Nijubashi is a single ride on the Chiyoda Line, and from there it is a short walk to Tokyo Station, which I highly recommend. They were bright, pleasant people, and we finished the tour with words of gratitude from them.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Tokyo～Kanda | 150JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Kanda～Asakusa | 180JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Asakusa～Ueno | 180JPY |
| Section 4 | Train | Ueno～Komagome | 170JPY |
| Section 5 | Bus | Kamifujimae～Sendagi Nichome | 210JPY |
| Section 6 | Subway | Nezu～Nijubashimae | 180JPY |
| Total | 1,070JPY | ||
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!!
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide,…
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide, Takako, took us on a tour of Tokyo. She helped us create a plan based on our interests and was flexible when we needed to change the itinerary a bit due to extreme heat. She was friendly, informative, and helpful. We enjoyed learning about Japanese culture and history from Takako, and we saw amazing temples and ate delicious sushi. I highly recommend this tour and Takako as a guide!
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with…
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with Takako. Takako got in contact prior to our tour to create the perfect itinerary. She collected us from our hotel and helped us get our travel cards and showed us how to use the public transport. Takako altered our tour and took us to Harajuku Takeshite street, which our teenagers really enjoyed. Takako was really informative and friendly and made the day really enjoyable. We would have no hesitation in booking her again. Takako showed us more in 6 hours than we would have seen in a week if left to our own devices. Thanks Takako and we will watch The Transporter!
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on…
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on the places we visited and picked a delicious ramen shop for lunch. We really appreciated her thorough communication and friendly demeanor.
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main…
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main attractions with care and detail. We would highly recommend doing this activity.