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. 10:00 Meet up ＠JR kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku
- 2. 10:30 ＠Meiji Shrine
- 3. 11:15 ＠Harajuku (Takeshita Street)
- 4. 12:30 ＠Kabukiza Theatre
- 5. 12:45 ＠Tsukiji Market
- 6. 13:30 ＠Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
- 7. 14:00 ＠Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
- 8. 14:45 Lunch ＠Suju Dining (inside Shin-Marunouchi Building)
- 9. 15:45 ＠Tokyo Station (Station Plaza, Marunouchi side of the station building)
- 10. 16:15 ＠Ginza (4-chome Intersection, Kyukyodo, Mitsukoshi)
- 11. 17:45 Disband ＠JR kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku
Title: What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Tsukiji, and Ginza
The guests were a group from North America, visiting Japan for the first time. They were originally from another region but had received their education in North America. They were cheerful, at times showing off some lively dance moves during spare moments, and there was constant laughter throughout the tour. At the same time, at Meiji Shrine they showed a more reflective side, carefully writing out their wishes and placing them, along with an offering, into the wish box. The weather was pleasant, and the relaxed time spent at Meiji Shrine seemed very soothing for them. On Takeshita Street in Harajuku, they were interested in various souvenirs, purchasing a stylish baseball-cap-style hat and a lucky cat (maneki-neko) figurine. One of the guests, who loves sushi, had been looking forward to eating sushi at Tsukiji Market, but since another in the group was not fond of raw fish, they limited themselves to strolling and eating ice cream there. For lunch, we sat down at a Japanese restaurant inside the Shin-Marunouchi Building ("Suju Dining"). They seemed to really enjoy the hojicha tea. After lunch, we headed toward the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, but as it was near closing time, we went shopping in Ginza instead and made our way to a department store. Since the Rolex counter they had been hoping to visit was closed, they returned to the hotel to prepare for the departure of the next day's day-trip tour to Kyoto.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Shinjuku Station～Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Hibiya Line Higashi-ginza Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Shintomicho Station～Sakuradamon Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Tokyo Station～Ginza Station | 0JPY |
| Total | 600JPY | ||
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!