Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Kei

August, 2024

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 at Grand Hyatt Tokyo
  • ２．9:45 Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Nakamise
  • ３．11:00 Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
  • ４．12:15 Lunch Yanaka Soba
  • ５．13:30 Meiji Shrine
  • ６．14:15 Takeshita Street
  • ７．15:00 Disband at Shinjuku Gyoen

What Does a Private Tokyo Tour of Asakusa, Yanaka, and Meiji Shrine Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report

At Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa and along Nakamise Street, the guests were amazed by the extraordinary depth of Japanese tradition, learning how the central pillar (shinbashira) seismic-control technology of a five-story pagoda — the same concept behind Tokyo Skytree — has been used for centuries. They seemed to truly understand the meaning of a tradition that has endured for so long, which made me feel deeply proud and pleased as well. After enjoying matcha ice cream, we took a taxi to Yanaka Ginza, where the guests looked for souvenirs at a shop selling tea utensils. After leisurely enjoying tempura and soba at a soba restaurant in Yanaka, we took the train to relax near Meiji Jingumae. At Meiji Shrine, the guests experienced Shinto, and along Takeshita Street they took in the local subculture. Finally, I explained how to get back to the Hotel, and we parted ways at Shinjuku Gyoemmae.

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Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1Free PassRoppongi～Asakusa600JPY
Section 2Free PassNezu～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
Section 3Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Shinjuku-sanchome0JPY
Total600JPY

Tour Report by Kei

Born and raised in Tokyo a half-century ago, I have lived in Tokyo all my life except for one year in the UK to study for a master’s course. I am a Tokyo Native with viewpoints based on broader local knowledge than anyone else. I have specialised in Japanese history, culture, and architecture since I was an architect.
Also, I am a foodie emphasising Japanese traditional & healthy foods. I’ve been to many countries around the world, such as the US, Central America, Europe, and Asia. As such, I believe I can anticipate the needs of foreign tourists in Japan.

Despite my experience as a guide for just two years, we can make the best out of our tour by travelling from your hotel to spots time-efficiently with my local knowledge, while accommodating your unexpected requests during the tour.
My strong area includes Yanesen; Old Temples in a Quaint Village, Kamakura, Asakusa Sensoji, Meiji Shrine and Imperial Palace. All give you peace of mind.

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Great intro to Tokyo
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Great tour of Tokyo!
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A highly enjoyable tour of Tokyo with knowledgeable local guide
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