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
- 1.9:00 Meeting @ Hotel Century Southern Tower
- 2.9:30 @ Meiji Shrine
- 3.10:50 @ Asakusa
- 4.12:00 @ Tsukiji Outer Market
- 5.12:20 Lunch @ Tsukiji Uogashi Food Court
- 6.13:00 Dismissal @ Tsukiji Outer Market
What's a Private Tokyo Tour by Taxi Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, and Tsukiji
The guests were visitors from North America, who had already traveled around Japan by cruise. Since they preferred to move by taxi as much as possible, we traveled entirely by taxi throughout the day. At Meiji Shrine, the guests were amazed that such a beautiful and peaceful place could exist in the middle of the city. In Asakusa, we first took in a panoramic view of the whole area from the observation deck of the information center, and then explored Senso-ji Temple. The guests remarked that the rickshaws, tourists wearing kimono, and the temple buildings were wonderful. Although there was some concern that Asakusa would be crowded due to the Sanja Matsuri festival, which was to run for three days starting that day, we were able to sightsee in the morning without too much congestion. At Nakamise, the guests purchased a kimono. At the Tsukiji outer market, we had ramen at Tsukiji Uogashi, which the guests enjoyed very much, saying it was delicious. As they love ice cream, they had some after the meal, browsed the shops a little, and then we saw them into a taxi to end the tour. The weather was fine, and I believe the guests enjoyed themselves.
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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.
Jul 27, 2026
zyarisa
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Fumiko tour good vibes only
Mrs. fumiko was very…
Jul 27, 2026
zyarisa
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Fumiko tour good vibes only
Mrs. fumiko was very kind, calm and lovely person. She give us a introduction before entering to the different places. She also help us to get the suica card and translate at specifics times around the city. We really enjoy the peaceful energy of mrs. fumiko. Me and my son are grateful for this tour around tokyo. ❤️ thank yiuuu fumiko
Jul 23, 2026
734mortenp
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Nice tour of Tokyo
Don’t visit Tokyo without a guide! You’ll…
Jul 23, 2026
734mortenp
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Nice tour of Tokyo
Don’t visit Tokyo without a guide! You’ll need help to find the good restaurants and interesting spots.
We had a tour with Ms. Fumiko. She was a both knowledgeable and nice guide. She even contacted us days beforehand to design the tour to meet our specific needs and wishes. Much appreciated!
Jul 10, 2026
Jessica_A
Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Fumiko was wonderful. …
Fumiko was wonderful. You can…
Jul 10, 2026
Jessica_A
Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Fumiko was wonderful. …
Fumiko was wonderful. You can customize your day and see whatever you want. Very informative and having the local guide and knowledge was priceless.
Jun 28, 2026
alistairn2016
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Fumiko is a great tour guide – informative, friendly and very well…
Jun 28, 2026
alistairn2016
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Fumiko is a great tour guide – informative, friendly and very well prepared.
Fumiko was a great tour guide given she was very knowledgeable about the key tourist sites that we visited and history of Japan. Fumiko was a great communicator who reached out very early to design our six-hour tour of Tokyo. Unfortunately we spent a lot of time on the underground to get to the sites that we wanted to visit. My advice is to test with Fumiko early the likely time that you will spend on transport over the course of the day so you do not spend unnecessary time on public transport. Probably do ot need a tour guide to go to the markets. Highly recommend Fumiko.