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. 9:00 Meet up ＠Hilton Tokyo,
- 2. 9:40 ＠Ginza (Ginza 4-chome intersection, Chuo-dori)
- 3. 10:20 ＠Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon, Nijubashi, Main Gate)
- 4. 11:00 ＠Tokyo Station (station square, station building, Yaesu exit)
- 5. 11:30 ＠Nihonbashi (Takashimaya food floor)
- 6. 12:00 ＠Tsukiji Market
- 7. 12:30 ＠Kabukiza, Ginza Uniqlo
- 8. 13:00 Lunch＠Tsujita (Shibuya)
- 9. 13:30 ＠Shibuya (FUKURAS, Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
- 10. 14:20 ＠Yoyogi Park (Kawazu cherry blossom viewing)
- 11. 15:20 Disband＠In front of the Marunouchi Line Nishi-Shinjuku Station ticket gate
Title: What's a Private Tokyo Day Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were active senior travelers from Europe visiting Japan for the first time, though they had previously traveled to many other countries in Asia, including China, India, and Southeast Asia. They decided to visit Japan after hearing how much a member of their family had enjoyed traveling here the previous year. After Tokyo, they planned to visit Kyoto and Osaka, and then continue on to Hong Kong, where they had once lived. They seemed to be enjoying their time exchanging updates about their trip in Japan with a family member currently staying in India. Based on this, I arranged the itinerary so they could visit the places their family member had recommended.
At the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, they experienced crossing it themselves. For Kappabashi, I advised them to visit it on another day when they would be sightseeing in Asakusa. They also wanted to stop by Yoyogi Park even if it meant skipping Meiji Shrine, and while strolling there we were able to admire Kawazu cherry blossoms that happened to be in full bloom. They were aware that Somei-Yoshino cherry blossoms were not yet blooming at this time of year, and were delighted, saying, "Being able to see these beautiful Kawazu cherry blossoms is a bonus for us!"
For Omoide Yokocho in Shinjuku, we arranged for them to go on their own during dinner time. Regarding their wish to enjoy street food, I guided them to Tsukiji, but since one of the guests was not fond of fish, we decided to have ramen for lunch so everyone could enjoy it together. Starting with buying a meal ticket in Shibuya, they tried tsukemen-style ramen this time and thoroughly enjoyed it, finding it delicious. As for the shops they came across in areas such as Ginza (such as UNIQLO, Ito-ya, and Kyukyodo), one of the guests expressed enthusiasm about coming back to do some shopping.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Nishi-Shinjuku Station～Ginza Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station～Sakuradamon Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Ginza Station～Shibuya Station | 0JPY |
| Section 5 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 0JPY |
| Section 6 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Marunouchi Line Nishi-Shinjuku 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.
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