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
- 08:00 Hotel
- 08:30 Asakusa (Nakamise Street, Senso-ji Temple, Sumida Park)
- 09:30 Ueno (Ueno Park)
- 10:30 Shibuya (Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko)
- 11:00 Meiji Shrine
- 12:00 Metropolitan Government Building Observatory
- 13:00 Chidorigafuchi
- 14:00 Disband at Ginza
Tour Itinerary in Detail
The itinerary covered Asakusa (Nakamise Street, Senso-ji Temple, Sumida Park) at 08:30, Ueno (Ueno Park) at 09:30, Shibuya (Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko) at 10:30, Meiji Shrine at 11:00, Metropolitan Government Building Observatory at 12:00 and Chidorigafuchi at 13:00.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Daimon to Asakusa by subway (220JPY); Asakusa to Ueno by subway (180JPY); Ueno to Shibuya by subway (210JPY); Shibuya to Harajuku by train (150JPY); Yoyogi to Tochomae by subway (180JPY); Shinjuku to Kudanshita by subway (220JPY); Kudanshita to Ginza by subway (180JPY). Across 7 sections the fare came to 1,340JPY per person.
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The guest was visiting Japan from the Middle East, and had experience as a tour guide. They had decided that their first visit to Japan should be during cherry blossom season, so despite the rain, we changed the itinerary that same morning to focus on cherry blossoms. The guest took many photographs at three locations: Sumida Park, Ueno Park, and Chidorigafuchi. Because the itinerary changed significantly and differed from the route I had researched in advance, much of the time while moving was spent confirming the most efficient routes. At Sensoji Temple, the guest drew an omikuji fortune stick whose number happened to match their own, which delighted them greatly. As for the fortune itself, they said they would read it after returning to their hotel.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Daimon～Asakusa | 220JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Asakusa～Ueno | 180JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Ueno～Shibuya | 210JPY |
| Section 4 | Train | Shibuya～Harajuku | 150JPY |
| Section 5 | Subway | Yoyogi～Tochomae | 180JPY |
| Section 6 | Subway | Shinjuku～Kudanshita | 220JPY |
| Section 7 | Subway | Kudanshita～Ginza | 180JPY |
| Total | 1,340JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Asakusa (Nakamise Street, Senso-ji Temple, Sumida Park), Ueno (Ueno Park), Shibuya (Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko), Meiji Shrine, Metropolitan Government Building Observatory and Chidorigafuchi.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 1,340JPY per person across 7 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?
Hiroaki 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.
Hi I am Hiroaki. I am pleased if I could help you to have a good and memorable experience here in Japan.
I started as a guide in 2017 after retiring. My expertise is outdoor/town walking tour as well as universal tourism.
If you like, I might show you a lively ordinal local life during the tour.
I love tourism. I visited all 47 domestic prefectures in Japan and all 50 states in US. I like long journey like walking/biking historical/pilgrimage routes, and love sports especially rugby, triathlon.
I would like to make your tour as much as customized according to your preference. So the information about spots you want to visit, things you want to do is very helpful for me to prepare plan some options of the day.
Do not hesitate contact me via email.
Mar 22, 2025
Tracy_L
Special Day in Tokyo with Hiroaki!
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful day with Hiroaki! He tailored…
Mar 22, 2025
Tracy_L
Special Day in Tokyo with Hiroaki!
Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Wonderful day with Hiroaki! He tailored the day to see exactly what I wanted to look at in Tokyo and added a few options that made the day extra special. I feel like I never could have seen as much as I did without his expertise and guidance. He told me a lot about the history of the sites we visited and the importance of each in Japan. We also saw some of the fun and modern spots that are well known that I also wanted to see. Hiroaki was the perfect guide for me. I highly recommend Hiroaki as a guide for your exploring Tokyo. Thank you for a great day!