Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Kei

December, 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

  • １．8:30 Meet at Hotel Indigo Shibuya
  • ２．9:30 Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Nakamise
  • ３．11:00 Tsukiji Outer Market
  • ４．11:45 Lunch at Sushisei
  • ５．13:00 Meiji Shrine
  • ６．14:30 Takeshita Street
  • ７．15:00 Omotesando
  • ８．15:30 Disband at Omotesando

Title: What Is a Private Full-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Tsukiji, and Meiji Shrine

The guests were first-time visitors to Japan from Oceania during the summer. Since the group was running a little late at the meeting time, I was concerned and suggested items such as heat packs to help with the cold. We first traveled to Asakusa so they could experience the atmosphere of old Tokyo. On the way to Kuramae, the guests enjoyed taking photos with character figures from a well-known entertainment brand. As we were running slightly behind schedule, we headed to the Tsukiji Outer Market first for lunch, and while I waited at a sushi restaurant, the guests took a short time to explore freely. We were lucky to secure a table sooner than expected and were seated right away. After helping with the ordering, I stepped away for a while. When I returned to check on them fifteen minutes later, they seemed very satisfied with the fresh ingredients and flavors and were taking their time. Because we were pressed for time, we skipped Hamarikyu and instead visited Meiji Shrine, then enjoyed strolling along Takeshita Street and Omotesando before parting ways. The weather was fine, and overall the guests seemed very satisfied. They mentioned they could make their own way to teamLab afterward, so I left that to them.

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Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1Free PassShibuya～Asakusa600JPY
Section 2TrainKuramae～Tsukiji Market220JPY
Section 3Free PassTsukiji～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
Section 4Free PassKitasando～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
Total820JPY

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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