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. 10:50 Meet up @sequence MIYASHITA PARK
- 2. 10:50 Move: on foot
- 3. 11:10 Stay @Meiji Shrine (including a stroll through the Inner Garden)
- 4. 12:40 Move: subway
- 5. 13:00 Stay @Tsukiji
- 6. 13:40 Lunch @Tsukiji Sushisei Shinkan
- 7. 14:45 Move: subway
- 8. 15:15 Stay @Asakusa
- 9. 16:50 Move: subway
- 10. 17:00 Disband @Ueno-hirokoji Station
What Does a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Tsukiji, and Asakusa
The guests this time were a group of four from Europe, and some of them did not seem very comfortable with English. One member of the group was fluent in English and kindly interpreted my explanations as needed for the rest of the group.
The spots they had mentioned in advance by email were Tokyo Skytree, Akihabara, Meiji Shrine, and Asakusa. However, since they told me they had already visited Skytree and Akihabara the day before, I added Tsukiji to the itinerary instead. I had thought we might end up with some extra time, but because we also strolled through the inner garden at Meiji Shrine, we were able to finish the tour almost exactly on schedule.
This was the first time I had visited the inner garden of Meiji Shrine during a regular tour. It happened to be the season when the iris flowers were just beginning to bloom, so the timing for a walk was excellent. The sushi restaurant we chose for lunch in Tsukiji was also generally well received.
After finishing the tour of Asakusa, we concluded the day and parted ways at Ueno-hirokoji Station on the way back.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Meiji-jingumae Station～Tsukiji Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tsukiji Station～Asakusa Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Asakusa Station～Ueno-hirokoji Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 600JPY | ||
Hi. My name is Masafumi Miyazaki. Please call me “Sam”. I am a government-licensed guide.
I was born in Tokyo and was raised in the suburbs of Tokyo called Tama area. When I was in university, I majored in western dramas, so I am good at playing like an actor.
I like reading, listening to the music, and walking. I belong to several walking clubs, and sometimes I guide the members around Tokyo.
One of my strengths as a guide is that I know well about kombu, Japanese kelps. In December every year, I work at a traditional kombu shop in Tsukiji Fish Market. At that shop, I learned a lot of things related to kombu or other ingredients for washoku. I can explain the different characteristics of them to you.
Also, I am familiar with Japanese flowers and plants. If you stroll around a Japanese garden with me, I am sure you will be able to enjoy beautiful flowers and unique plants in every season.
I look forward to meeting you. Thank you.
Jul 21, 2026
G848SWmaribelm
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Tour of Tokyo sights was great!
The tour experience…
Jul 21, 2026
G848SWmaribelm
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Tour of Tokyo sights was great!
The tour experience with Sam was awesome! He is knowledgeable and accommodating. We would recommend this tour.
Jul 16, 2026
Cezary P
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Excellent tour of Tokyo!
Sam, was outstanding! Showed…
Jul 16, 2026
Cezary P
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Excellent tour of Tokyo!
Sam, was outstanding! Showed us how and what to look for. Explained the IC cards, subway and way around them. Took us to all places we asked for and explained all about them. Excellent tour! Highly recommend!
Jul 9, 2026
Michael_C
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Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Excellent tour with a wonderful guide -…
Jul 9, 2026
Michael_C
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Viator review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Excellent tour with a wonderful guide – Sam. Sam was professional and personable and helped us tailor the experience y including a tour of the fish market and lunch at his favorite sushi restaurant. Tour was great – good pace and Sam is extremely knowledgeable and willing to answer all our questions- overall a 5 star experience!!
Jun 18, 2026
David_W
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Great tour. Got to see…
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David_W
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Fish Market Tour
Great tour. Got to see both markets (old
and new). Great food options are available at both market locations