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
- 8:30 Meet at the hotel
- 9:00-10:30 Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Tsukiji Outer Market
- 10:45-11:20 Imperial Palace
- 11:40-13:30 Lunch, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
- 14:00-14:30 Shibuya
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Tsukiji Outer Market at 9:00, Imperial Palace at 10:45 and Shibuya at 14:00.
Public transport for the day came to 600JPY per person.
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Body: Despite the cold weather with rain, wind, and sleet, I was able to enjoy a pleasant tour with cheerful guests. They were impressed by the beauty of the altar at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple and enjoyed the atmosphere of the outer market area. At the Imperial Palace, they enjoyed taking photos around Nijubashi Bridge and Otemachi. In Asakusa, they showed interest in the rickshaws and people dressed in kimono, and took photos of the temples and shrines. In Shibuya, after taking photos of the Scramble Crossing, we crossed it together twice, which delighted them greatly. They also enjoyed the view from the 12th floor of the Shibuya Scramble Square building.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Metro 1-Day Pass～Metro 1-Day Pass | 600JPY |
| Total | 600JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Tsukiji Outer Market, Imperial Palace and Shibuya.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 600JPY per person across 1 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?
Yumiko 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.
Hello, I am Yumiko Hoshida. I was born in Osaka and live in Tokyo now. I have been to UK (ESL) and The USA (Executive Secretary course) as a student.
After I came back to Japan, I worked at Osaka EXPO as an interpreter. And then I worked at foreign companies at Osaka and Tokyo. After resignation, I have got the national guiding license. I have been enjoying guiding sightseeing spots and showing Japanese history & culture etc. to the guests from overseas. It is really wonderful for me to spend time with foreign guests in Japan.
I am very looking forward to welcoming foreign guests.
I do hope to see YOU soon!
May 13, 2025
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Yumiko was an excellent guide. Yumiko met us at our hotel and took us on the subway to
our agreed destinations. Yumiko was patient and caring of our needs and was very
knowledgeable. We would not hesitate to recommend Japan Guide Agency.