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 Hotel Yokohama Minatomirai
- 9:50 Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Outer Market, Fish Market, Namiyoke Shrine
- 10:40 Lunch @ Sushitomi
- 11:40 Hamarikyu Gardens
- 13:30 Yanaka Cemetery, Yanaka Ginza
- 14:20 Sendagi Café
- 15:10 Tokyo Station
- 16:20 Dismissal @ Minatomirai Station
What Can You See on a Private Tokyo Tour from Minatomirai to Tsukiji, Hama-rikyu, and Yanaka? A Licensed Guide's Report
I guided a group visiting from Oceania on a private tour of Tokyo. The route from Minatomirai to Tsukiji allowed us to be seated the whole way, which was nice. We had an early lunch at a sushi restaurant in Tsukiji. One of the guests preferred only cooked items and had just two pieces of shrimp, while the other enjoyed the chef's selection of nigiri. Afterward, they wished for something sweet, so we took a break at the Nakajima teahouse in Hama-rikyu with a matcha set of dorayaki and nerikiri. A few late-blooming cherry trees still remained at Hama-rikyu, and we were able to take some lovely photos. After Yanaka, we also had a coffee break at a café. Since one of the guests had wished to ride the Shinkansen, we boarded from Tokyo Station to Shin-Yokohama, which they were very pleased with. The guests kindly covered the Shinkansen fare. The guests were very talkative and asked many questions about Japan. As I am scheduled to take them to Kamakura the next day, we confirmed the meeting time and place before ending the tour.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Minatomirai～Nakameguro | 510JPY |
| Section 2 | Subway | Nakameguro～Tsukiji | 210JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | Shimbashi～Nippori | 210JPY |
| Section 4 | Subway | Sendagi～Otemachi (Tokyo) | 180JPY |
| Section 5 | Train | Kikuna～Minatomirai | 380JPY |
| Total | 1,490JPY | ||
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.