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 @ Grand Hyatt Tokyo
- 2. 11:30 @ The National Art Center, Tokyo
- 3. 12:00 @ Meiji Jingu
- 4. 13:30 Lunch @ Asakusa
- 5. 14:30 @ Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, "Kaminari Issa" cafe break, Sumida Park)
- 6. 16:00 @ Nihonbashi (Takashimaya food floor)
- 7. 17:15 Disband @ Grand Hyatt Tokyo
Title: What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Roppongi, Meiji Shrine, and Asakusa
The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. On the morning of the tour, they asked to push the start time back by two hours because someone was not feeling well due to jet lag, but a little later they contacted me again to say things looked fine and we would start at 11:00 as originally planned. When I actually met them, there seemed to be no issue with anyone's condition, so we were able to begin on schedule without any trouble. They mentioned an interest in historical things, and since Tokyo Midtown Roppongi and the National Art Center, Tokyo are located along the way to the first subway station, I introduced them as modern structures built in an area that was home to feudal lord residences during the Edo period. They seemed to greatly enjoy Meiji Shrine as well, and at Senso-ji Temple, one of the guests said they loved the place, so I suggested revisiting at night if there was a chance. Unexpectedly, some early-blooming cherry trees were in full bloom at Sumida Park, and the group took many photos there. For lunch, they wished to try local cuisine, so I guided them in Asakusa, but since everyone's preferences differed, it took quite some time to decide. In the end they chose an izakaya-style seafood restaurant and ordered somewhat blindly, but they thoroughly enjoyed crab they grilled at the table, grilled squid and mushrooms seasoned with squid miso, deep-fried dried squid, and some unusual sushi. The tour was originally planned to conclude with a loop around the Imperial Palace, but at the basement food floor of Nihonbashi Takashimaya, which we stopped by along the way, they purchased macarons, chocolates, and cakes to enjoy at their hotel, and decided to head back straight away. Although some fatigue had set in, we parted at the hotel with treats to look forward to.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nogizaka Station～Meiji-jingumae Station | 600JPY |
| Section 2 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Ginza Line Asakusa Station | 0JPY |
| Section 3 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Nihonbashi Station | 0JPY |
| Section 4 | Free Pass | Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihonbashi Station～Hibiya Line Roppongi 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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