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
- 8:00 InterContinental Yokohama Grand
- 9:10 Imperial Palace Nijubashi, Sakuradamon
- 9:50 Ueno Park, Toshogu Shrine
- 10:20 Tokyo National Museum
- 12:00 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
- 12:20 Lunch @ Tsune Sushi
- 13:10 Sensoji Temple
- 14:20 Meiji Shrine
- 16:00 InterContinental Yokohama Grand
Tour Itinerary in Detail
From there the group visited InterContinental Yokohama Grand at 8:00, Imperial Palace Nijubashi, Sakuradamon at 9:10, Ueno Park, Toshogu Shrine at 9:50, Tokyo National Museum at 10:20, Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center at 12:00, Sensoji Temple at 13:10, Meiji Shrine at 14:20 and InterContinental Yokohama Grand at 16:00.
Title: What's a Private Car Tour of Tokyo Like on a Cruise Stopover? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visiting Japan from North America, and this was a private car tour on their second day in Japan. The following day they were scheduled to board a cruise ship from Yokohama Port. There was some congestion until we got onto the expressway on the way out, but after that everything went smoothly, and with relatively light traffic in the city as well, we were able to keep to schedule. Since the guests mentioned they wanted plenty of time at the Tokyo National Museum, I allotted 1 hour and 20 minutes there. For lunch we went to a small sushi restaurant, which was very delicious and which they called a hidden gem. The guests were quiet, but they were very pleased and said it was an enjoyable tour, and it concluded without any issues. The driver was cooperative and kind, which was a great help.
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Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
Please let me know what interests you.
I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
Looking forward to meeting you!!
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide,…
Jul 21, 2026
Z222TCshannonr
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
Our wonderful guide, Takako, took us on a tour of Tokyo. She helped us create a plan based on our interests and was flexible when we needed to change the itinerary a bit due to extreme heat. She was friendly, informative, and helpful. We enjoyed learning about Japanese culture and history from Takako, and we saw amazing temples and ate delicious sushi. I highly recommend this tour and Takako as a guide!
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with…
Jul 9, 2026
cronima2
Perfectly guided day
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
We had an amazing day with Takako. Takako got in contact prior to our tour to create the perfect itinerary. She collected us from our hotel and helped us get our travel cards and showed us how to use the public transport. Takako altered our tour and took us to Harajuku Takeshite street, which our teenagers really enjoyed. Takako was really informative and friendly and made the day really enjoyable. We would have no hesitation in booking her again. Takako showed us more in 6 hours than we would have seen in a week if left to our own devices. Thanks Takako and we will watch The Transporter!
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on…
Jul 3, 2026
johnoD792VT
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Lovely Guide!
Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on the places we visited and picked a delicious ramen shop for lunch. We really appreciated her thorough communication and friendly demeanor.
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main…
Jul 3, 2026
71nidhim
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Tokyo Tour
Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main attractions with care and detail. We would highly recommend doing this activity.