Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Noripy
November, 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. 11:00 Meet up ＠the Hotel
- 2. 11:15 ＠Hiroo Inari Shrine
- 3. 12:00 ＠Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 4. 12:30 ＠Tokyo Station
- 5. 13:00 ＠Nihonbashi (Takashimaya)
- 6. 13:30 Lunch ＠Asakusa "Chanko Beya"
- 7. 14:30 ＠Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
- 8. 16:00 Disband ＠the Hotel
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The guests were a group visiting from North America. Some of the guests had recently relocated within North America. One of the guests had visited Japan before through family connections, as they had relatives from the Yamaguchi region of Japan, while others were visiting Japan for the first time. The group planned to travel onward to Kyoto, Nagasaki, and other regions, and in Fukuoka they intended to watch the Grand Sumo Kyushu Tournament. On the way from the Hotel toward Hiroo Station, the nearest subway station, the group became interested in an old local shrine they discovered (Hiroo Inari Shrine), so although it was not part of the plan, we stopped by and I explained about shrines and temples there.
After completing the day's tour and visiting Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa Shrine, one of the guests remarked that their favorite spot of the day was Hiroo Inari Shrine, a quiet and unassuming shrine that has been cherished by the local community. During our conversation, I learned that the group was interested in sumo, so for lunch I introduced them to a "chanko" restaurant in Asakusa. Due to the timing, the chanko set meal was already sold out, but they enjoyed dishes such as ginger pork, chicken menchi cutlet set, and fried chicken set, finding them delicious. Unfortunately, one of the guests developed a blister from wearing new shoes, so we ended the tour a little early and everyone returned to the Hotel together.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Hiroo Station～Kasumigaseki Station | 180JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Asakusa Station | 180JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Ginza Line Hiroo Station | 260JPY |
| Total | 620JPY | ||
Hello, I’m Noripy.
I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!
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Noripy gave a 5/5 tour! She provided useful instruction for public transport use, fascinating historical information, spiritual customs and current cultural practices- All with an infectious smile and never ending positive energy. Noripy’s tour allowed us to made the most of the rest of our time in Tokyo. I feel like we did 5 days of sightseeing in 6 hrs! But Noripy made sure to always check if we wanted a break. Our tour was customized for my 2 teenage kids and I, and if we saw or thought of something along the way that interested us, Noripy accommodated! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. And you will be extra lucky to get Noripy for your guide!