Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
Please let me know what interests you.
I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
Looking forward to meeting you!!
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.
Tour Itinerary
- 10:00 Meet at hotel
- 10:40 Hamarikyu Gardens
- 12:00 Tsukiji Outer Market, Yonemoto Coffee
- 13:40 Meiji Shrine
- 14:20 Harajuku, mipig cafe Omotesando
- 15:30 Shibuya Crossing
- 16:00 Disband @ Shibuya
Tour Itinerary in Detail
The tour started at 10:00 at hotel and ended at 16:00. The day ran to 6 hours from start to finish.
Over the course of the day the route took in Hamarikyu Gardens at 10:40, Tsukiji Outer Market, Yonemoto Coffee at 12:00, Meiji Shrine at 13:40, Harajuku, mipig cafe Omotesando at 14:20 and Shibuya Crossing at 15:30.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Shinjuku to Shiodome by subway (220JPY); Tsukiji to Meiji-jingumae by subway (210JPY); Harajuku to Shibuya by train (160JPY). Across 3 sections the fare came to 590JPY per person.
Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Tokyo Like After Kyoto and Hakone? A Licensed Guide's Report
Body:
[Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guided a group from Europe on a private day tour of Tokyo, which came after Kyoto and Hakone. They did not have Suica or similar IC cards, but since they said they would use taxis from the next day onward, we decided to buy paper tickets. The guests loved taking many photos and moving quickly from one spot to the next. They showed little interest in the tea house on the island in Hamarikyu Gardens, and did not eat anything at Tsukiji, but they purchased two kinds of highland flower beans, 500 grams each. When I introduced Yonemoto Coffee, they decided to go in. One of the guests wanted to visit a mini pig cafe, so I guided them along Takeshita Street, where one of them spent 25 minutes playing with the pigs while I walked around Ura-Harajuku with the other. When we were about to part in Shibuya, they said they wanted to go to a robot cafe, so I took them to Tokyu Plaza, but I was shocked to find it had closed in May. They decided to look for another one on another day. After the tour, they planned to walk around Shibuya a little more and then head back by taxi. Since there was no lunch break, I thought I would be overcome by the heat if I did not eat something, so when we stopped at a convenience store along the way, I bought and ate an onigiri. It was a very humid day, but the guests seemed fine and were quite tough.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Shinjuku～Shiodome | 220JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Tsukiji～Meiji-jingumae | 210JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | Harajuku～Shibuya | 160JPY |
| Total | 590JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Tokyo tour start and finish?
The guide met the guests at hotel at 10:00, and the tour finished at @ Shibuya at 16:00.
How long does the tour last?
About 6 hours in total, from 10:00 to 16:00.
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Hamarikyu Gardens, Tsukiji Outer Market, Yonemoto Coffee, Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, mipig cafe Omotesando and Shibuya Crossing.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 590JPY 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?
Takako 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.
Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
Please let me know what interests you.
I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
Looking forward to meeting you!!
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Takako was the perfect guide; extremely articulate and knowledgeable, friendly, passionate about Japan and giving her customers the best experience in gaining knowledge of the area and covering so much in one day. She showed a great understanding of her customers’s needs and desires and went out of her way to make you feel comfortable. She had a great sense of humour which made the day so very delightful and enjoyable.
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Takako, our guide for the day, was an absolutely wonderful companion in Tokyo. She took the time in advance to understand our interests and wishes, and the whole day was tailored exactly to what we wanted to see and experience.
My mother isn’t very steady on her feet and can’t walk long distances, and Takako handled this beautifully, she adjusted the pace and made sure my mother could fully enjoy the day without feeling rushed or left out. It’s reassuring to know that a tour like this can be adapted so well for someone with limited mobility.
Her knowledge, warmth and preparation made the day truly special. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and can highly recommend her to anyone visiting Tokyo.