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
- 9:00 Hotel
- 9:30 East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
- 11:20 Nezu
- 11:30 Nezu Shrine
- 12:20 Lunch @ Atariya Shokudo Yanaka Branch
- 14:00 Akihabara
- 15:10 Disband @ Hotel
Tour Itinerary in Detail
From there the group visited East Gardens of the Imperial Palace at 9:30, Nezu at 11:20, Nezu Shrine at 11:30 and Akihabara at 14:00.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Otemachi to Nezu by subway (178JPY); Nezu to Akihabara by train (345JPY); Akihabara to Tokyo by train (146JPY). Across 3 sections the fare came to 669JPY per person.
Title: What Can You See on a Private Full-Day Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report on the Imperial Palace East Gardens, Nezu, and Akihabara
The guests were a group visiting from North America. It was part of a 14-day trip, and since the destinations for the following days were already decided, the request was for me to choose places that would not overlap. After discussing together, we decided on the Imperial Palace East Gardens, Nezu, and Akihabara. Since the guests wanted ramen for lunch, we headed to a ramen restaurant in Nezu. At first we had considered a different place, but when I mentioned that one of the guests had a nut concern, we were turned away because they were worried something might happen. Everyone in the group was very kind and enjoyed all the places we visited, and I was able to have a wonderful time as well.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Otemachi～Nezu | 178JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Nezu～Akihabara | 345JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | Akihabara～Tokyo | 146JPY |
| Total | 669JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, Nezu, Nezu Shrine and Akihabara.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 669JPY 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?
An 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.
Very nice to meet you! I’m An, your guide for Tokyo and Kamakura. I’m honored to have the opportunity to show you around this time. (For the Tokyo Tour)Tokyo offers a wide variety of attractions. For first-time visitors, I highly recommend visiting the must-see places, such as Meiji Jingu Shrine, the Imperial Palace East Garden, the Tsukiji Fish Market, and Asakusa (Sensoji Temple). For Anime fans, Akihabara is the place to go. For those who prefer less-known spots, I’d be happy to introduce some hidden gems. As for food, if you’re interested in trying some great ramen, I’d be glad to take you to one of my favorite local spots for lunch. (For the Kamakura Tour) For a 6-hour itinerary, I recommend visiting the Great Buddha, Hase Temple, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. On the way back to JR Kamakura Station, we can also stop by Komachi Shopping Street. If you’re interested in visiting Zen temples, I’d be happy to include them in the itinerary as well. For both Tokyo and Kamakura tours, I’m always glad to accommodate your requests. I look forward to hearing from you and meeting you soon!
Sep 25, 2026
tkdmom321
Best way to start a trip to Tokyo!!!
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Ann (An in…
Sep 25, 2026
tkdmom321
Best way to start a trip to Tokyo!!!
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Ann (An in Japanese) was out guide and we cannot say enough wonderful things about her and this process!
She reached out weeks before to see if we knew what we wanted to see or do. It was our first time so we asked for ideas to go with a few ideas we had. She reached out agin to confirm our choices. She met us where we were staying. It was on foot, but we took trains to get around. To say the experience was incredible is almost an understatement!
Why we loved it-
-Totally customizable! If you love Pokémon have them show you that, if you love shrines and history they can do that! See what you want!
-Great to see how local navigates the city! She helped us get IC cards, learn the metro, and get around.
-Gave suggestions how to find places we wanted to see after the tour so we could go and spend more time there.
-Great at pivoting if necessary! Things happen and surprises occur. She was great and working with us during our tour when our plans changed due to one of our group not feeling well. So wonderful and kind.
-Excellent experience! Worth every penny. I will use this group next time I come to Japan. The service is exceptional!
Thank you for taking such good care of us! We’d give you 10 stars if we could!!!
Jul 26, 2026
Mariana_V
Viator review: Kamakura Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
This customizable tour…
This customizable tour worked really well for us…
Jul 26, 2026
Mariana_V
Viator review: Kamakura Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
This customizable tour…
This customizable tour worked really well for us and enjoyed the conversation throughout despite the heat! We went to the places we were most interested in iand received thorough explanations from An. She is very knowledgeable, flexible and kind, highly recommend her and would definitely love to tour again with her the places we did not have the time to visit if we’re back in Kamakura.
Jul 19, 2026
RC1908
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
6 Hour Tour of Tokyo
We (four of us) had a…
Jul 19, 2026
RC1908
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
6 Hour Tour of Tokyo
We (four of us) had a great day with our tour guide An (Ando)! She was very informative and accommodating to our requests and prior experience in Tokyo. An was proactive in communicating before our tour and had all arrangements made well in advance. She was waiting for us at the meeting point and led us through many of the highlights of Tokyo. We walked, used the Metro and buses. I highly recommend this tour and the opportunity to explore Tokyo!
Jul 11, 2026
Marina K
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Tokio the easy way
An hat mir eine…
Jul 11, 2026
Marina K
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Tokio the easy way
An hat mir eine super Tour geboten und ist auf alle meine individuellen Wünsche eingegangen. Ich habe als Japan Neuling sehr viel gelernt und mir wurden auch viele Alltags praktischen Dinge vermittelt. Sehr empfehlenswert
簡単に楽しむ東京
Anさんは素晴らしいツアーを提供してくださり、私の個人的な希望にもすべて対応してくださいました。
日本初心者である私にとって、多くのことを学ぶことができ、日常生活で役立つ実践的な情報もたくさん教えていただきました。
とてもおすすめです。