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

  • 09:00 Meet guests at the hotel
  • 09:40 Tsukiji Hongwanji, outer market
  • 11:20 Kiyosumi Garden, lunch
  • 12:40 Sumida River Terrace from Kuramae Umaya Bridge
  • 13:00 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Kaminarimon, Nakamise, main hall
  • 14:20 Meiji Shrine
  • 15:00 Tour ends at Harajuku Station

What's a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tsukiji, Kiyosumi Garden, Asakusa, and Meiji Shrine

The guests were visitors from North America. They had arrived in Japan the day before and still seemed to be experiencing jet lag, but they walked actively throughout the tour. At Tsukiji, they showed interest in the interior of Honganji Temple, and at the outer market they enjoyed the variety of shops and the unique atmosphere. At Kiyosumi Garden, they were impressed by the beautifully maintained and tranquil Japanese garden. In particular, while walking across the stepping stones over the pond, they encountered carp and turtles and took many photos, thoroughly enjoying the stroll. After lunch, we took the subway to Kuramae and walked along the promenade beside the Sumida River toward Asakusa. After getting an overview at the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, they enjoyed selecting souvenirs while walking from Kaminarimon through Nakamise. After visiting the main hall, we took the subway to Meiji Shrine. As we walked from the torii gate along the approach, they were moved by the sacred, deep forest. Adding explanations at various points along the way, we proceeded to the main shrine, and after the visit the tour concluded at Harajuku Station.

Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1SubwayEbisu~Tsukiji210JPY
Section 2SubwayTsukiji Market~Kiyosumi-Shirakawa220JPY
Section 3SubwayKiyosumi-Shirakawa~Kuramae180JPY
Section 4SubwayAsakusa~Meiji-Jingumae260JPY
Total870JPY

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.

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