Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Noripy
February, 2026
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. 9:00 Meet up @Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
- 2. 9:30 @Meiji Shrine
- 3. 10:20 @Harajuku Takeshita Street
- 4. 10:45 @Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
- 5. 11:30 @Ginza (4-chome Crossing, Ginza Chuo-dori)
- 6. 11:45 @Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 7. 12:20 @Tokyo Station (Station Plaza, Station Building, Pokemon Store)
- 8. 12:40 Lunch @Hageten (inside Tokyo Station Yaesu North Gransta)
- 9. 13:15 @Nihonbashi Takashimaya (Underground Food Court)
- 10. 13:45 @Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida Park)
- 11. 15:30 Dismissal @Tokyo Big Sight Station
Title: What's a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like Around the Marathon? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visitors from North America. They had previously been to a base near Atsugi during a stay in Okinawa, and part of the group was visiting Japan for the first time. This visit was centered on participating in the Tokyo International Marathon, so there were no plans to visit places such as Kyoto. At Meiji Shrine we came across a bride at a wedding, and when I explained that the tsunokakushi headpiece carries a symbolic meaning of hiding the "horns of jealousy," one of the guests was surprised and laughed, saying, "I don't need that." They had a reservation for Shibuya Sky (the observation deck) the following day, but they also wished to see the area on this tour, so we experienced crossing the Shibuya Scramble Crossing and visited the Hachiko statue. I simply gave directions to the PARCO building housing Mega Don Quijote and the Pokémon Center, and we wrapped up Shibuya in a short time, then headed toward the Imperial Palace via Ginza. Around that time, one of the guests mentioned wanting to have lunch soon, so we decided to eat at Tokyo Station. Since one of the guests wanted to run the marathon in top condition, they were careful about their meals. At Gransta Yaenkita in Tokyo Station, they chose the tempura restaurant Hageten. At first one of the guests said they were not very hungry, but in the end they finished off even what the other guest could not eat. They said it was delicious and seemed to thoroughly enjoy it. Apparently you need to win a lottery to participate in the Tokyo Marathon, and they were delighted to have been fortunate enough to take part this time. They mentioned that after this event, which happened to coincide with a birthday, they planned to celebrate to the fullest, free from dietary restrictions and including drinks.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku-sanchome Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 900JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station～Ginza Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station～Sakuradamon Station | 0JPY |
| Section 5 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Asakusa Station | 0JPY |
| Section 6 | Free Pass | Toei Subway Asakusa Line Asakusa Station～Shimbashi Station | 0JPY |
| Section 7 | Other | Yurikamome Line Shimbashi Station～Tokyo Big Sight Station | 390JPY |
| Total | 1,290JPY | ||
Hello, I’m Noripy.
I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!
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Noripy gave a 5/5 tour! She provided useful instruction for public transport use, fascinating historical information, spiritual customs and current cultural practices- All with an infectious smile and never ending positive energy. Noripy’s tour allowed us to made the most of the rest of our time in Tokyo. I feel like we did 5 days of sightseeing in 6 hrs! But Noripy made sure to always check if we wanted a break. Our tour was customized for my 2 teenage kids and I, and if we saw or thought of something along the way that interested us, Noripy accommodated! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. And you will be extra lucky to get Noripy for your guide!