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
- 10:00 Tour begins at Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo Otemachi
- 10:25 Visit East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
- 11:40 Otemachi Station ~ Nihonbashi Station ~ Asakusa Station
- 12:00 Cherry blossom viewing at Sumida Park
- 12:20 Visit Sensoji Temple
- 13:20 Lunch at "Toriyoshi"
- 14:30 Asakusa Station ~ Omotesando Station ~ Meiji-jingumae Station
- 15:10 Visit Meiji Shrine
- 15:55 Meiji-jingumae Station ~ Otemachi Station
- 16:20 Tour ends at Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo Otemachi
Title: What Is a Private Tokyo Tour Like for Visitors from Oceania? A Licensed Guide's Report
Under pleasant weather, I guided guests visiting from Oceania. They were both very friendly, and one of them was especially cheerful and fond of jokes, so we were laughing the whole way. That guest was also very curious, and after saying "wait a moment," went over to a cool Harley-style motorcycle parked beside Sumida Park. Joining the circle of the owner and their friends, the guest ended up cheerfully sitting on the motorcycle, revving the engine, and having a photo taken. The other guest and I watched with smiles and then joined in, and we all enjoyed one of those brief, delightful encounters that only travel can bring. At lunchtime, when I asked what they would like, one of the guests said they would like sushi. So, on the way to a sushi restaurant, I asked what kind of fish toppings they preferred, only to receive the unexpected answer that they did not like raw fish (laughs). One of the guests remarked that sushi in Oceania is completely different. In the end, we decided on oyakodon, and throughout the meal they kept saying how delicious the oyakodon lunch was.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Otemachi Station～Asakusa Station | 286JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Asakusa Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 252JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Meiji-jingumae Station～Otemachi Station | 209JPY |
| Total | 747JPY | ||
Welcome to Japan! I am Yukari. I live in a suburb of Tokyo. I have three children and two grandchildren. I’d be happy to help you to feel comfortable and excited to be in Tokyo. At a tourist spot, if you learn the historical background related to the spot, then you will get more interested. In the cultural experience, if you know the spirit of the Japanese, then you can taste the essence of Japanese culture. About Japanese food and life-style, why don’t we chat about how people live in each country eating some good Japanese food? Then we can feel relaxed and discover something fun. I will live up to your expectations with my smile and hospitality. Let’s enjoy exploring the beautiful city together!