Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Kei

October, 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. 8:00 Meet at ANA InterContinental Tokyo
  • 2. 8:40 Meiji Shrine
  • 3. 10:00 Shibuya Crossing
  • 4. 11:00 Hamarikyu Gardens
  • 5. 12:15 Tsukiji Outer Market
  • 6. 12:30 Lunch at Sushisei
  • 7. 13:30 Yanaka
  • 8. 14:30 Nezu Shrine
  • 9. 15:15 Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Nakamise
  • 10. 16:00 Dismissal at Asakusa Station

What Does a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report

Walking from the guests' Hotel to Akasaka Station, I offered suggestions for restaurant options for their dinner tonight in the lively area around the Hotel. At Meiji Shrine, we took an overview of Shinto and the imperial system. Prioritizing efficient travel time, we took the JR line to Shibuya Station, where we actually crossed the intersection and viewed it from above. On the way to Shiodome via the Ginza Line and Oedo Line, I explained that these two lines are keywords for understanding the difficult and complex city of Tokyo. The guests thoroughly enjoyed nigiri sushi at a sushi restaurant in the outer market of Tsukiji. They were very pleased. After strolling through the Yanaka-Nezu-Sendagi area and Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street in Asakusa, we parted ways. It was a long itinerary, but the guests seemed very satisfied.

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Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1Free PassAkasaka～Meiji-jingumae900JPY
Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya150JPY
Section 3Free PassShibuya～Aoyama-itchome0JPY
Section 4Free PassAoyama-itchome～Shiodome0JPY
Section 5TrainTsukiji～Nezu0JPY
Total1,050JPY

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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