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
- 8:30 Hotel meet
- 9:30 Meiji Shrine
- 11:00 Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko Statue
- 11:50 Parco, Pokemon Center, etc.
- 13:00 Lunch at Parco B1
- 14:15 Asakusa
- 15:00 Dismissal
Tour Itinerary in Detail
The tour started at 8:30 at Hotel meet and ended at 15:00. The day ran to 6 hours and 30 minutes from start to finish. It included lunch at Parco B1 at 13:00.
Over the course of the day the route took in Meiji Shrine at 9:30, Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko Statue at 11:00, Parco, Pokemon Center, etc. at 11:50 and Asakusa at 14:15.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Shinjuku to Meiji Shrine by subway (180JPY); Meiji Shrine to Shibuya by subway (180JPY); Shibuya to Asakusa by subway (260JPY). Across 3 sections the fare came to 620JPY per person.
Title: What Is a Private Tokyo Walking Tour Like on a Hot Summer Day? A Licensed Guide's Report
It was an extremely hot day in Tokyo with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, and the guests, who had arrived only the day before from North America, were feeling a little tired. Taking this into account during the itinerary discussion, I made sure to include as many indoor locations where we could cool down as possible, and to take frequent breaks even when outdoors. The guests had only set aside a short time for this trip, and mentioned that next time they would like to stay for a longer period. They were very pleased when I explained how to use the subway, recommended places to visit, and told them about the projection mapping featuring Godzilla on the Metropolitan Government Building near the Hotel.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Shinjuku～Meiji Shrine | 180JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Meiji Shrine～Shibuya | 180JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Shibuya～Asakusa | 260JPY |
| Total | 620JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Tokyo tour start and finish?
The guide met the guests at Hotel meet at 8:30, and the tour finished at at 15:00.
How long does the tour last?
About 6 hours and 30 minutes in total, from 8:30 to 15:00.
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Parco, Pokemon Center, etc. and Asakusa.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 620JPY per person across 3 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?
kozee 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’m Kozee.
I obtained license of guide interpreter in 2018 and started guiding in 2019 Jan.
The reason why I got this license is that I have strong passion to introduce Japan to foreign people.
Japan has a lot of attractions to be proud of in the world, fascinating historical places, culture, food, and beautiful nature like Mt.Fuji, and expertise that has been preserved through long history.
As a guide, I always keep it on my mind how to satisfy my guest and make their trip unforgettable.
I’m sure that I will be able to help you by making use of my extensive guiding experience.
Why don’t you enjoy your trip in Japan with me.
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