Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine — Guide Shigeru

Title: What's a Rainy-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tokyo Station, Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya

The guests were visitors from North America. Two days before the tour, they had considered rescheduling due to an approaching typhoon, but we carried out the tour on the originally planned day. However, since it was raining heavily from the morning, I partly adjusted the itinerary and first took them to the Shin-Marunouchi Building in front of Tokyo Station, where from the 7th floor I explained the National Diet Building, the Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Station, which they enjoyed. Next, they wished to shop in a department store food hall, so they enjoyed shopping in the basement of the Daimaru Tokyo store. We then took the subway to Asakusa, where on the 8th floor of the culture and tourism center I explained the origins of Asakusa and the surrounding buildings. After taking photos in front of Kaminarimon Gate, we rested on a bench along Kaminarimon Street, where they enjoyed the sandwiches and other items they had purchased at the department store food hall as lunch, which was well received. While traveling by subway, I explained Japanese history, the origins of Meiji Shrine, and Japanese culture. At Meiji Shrine, as we walked through the torii gate, they were deeply impressed by the deep forest in the middle of the city. Along the way, I included stories about the racks of sake barrels, the great torii gate, and lucky spots as we proceeded, and we paid our respects at the main hall. Finally, we took photos in front of the Hachiko statue near Shibuya Station and at the scramble crossing, and the tour came to an end. Although it rained all day, making it a difficult day to get around, the guests seemed to enjoy each place we visited, which was a relief.

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Tour Report by Shigeru

I am a certified guide-interpreter based in Tokyo.
I was born and raised in Tokyo, so I am familiar with Tokyo and its surrounding areas. Please leave anything related to the Tokyo area to me.
Tokyo is not only full of Japanese charm but also has many unique aspects.
The always-bustling Tsukiji Outer Market conveys Japan’s food culture.
Asakusa conveys Japanese traditions and culture through old temples, shrines and long-established stores.
Shibuya spreads Japanese pop culture.
You can immerse yourself in history and culture in the quiet natural surroundings such as the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace or Meiji Shrine.
Tokyo is a treasure trove of attractions for travelers. Please come and experience the wonderful Tokyo with me.