Private Tour
Discover Hidden Tokyo: A Private Experience with a Local Guide
Overview
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This is not a typical Tokyo tour.
Instead of following a fixed list of famous spots, you’ll discover hidden sides of Tokyo with your private local guide — like a friend showing you around their city.
Walk through backstreets, step into small shops, take a break at a local café, and enjoy moments you won’t find in a guidebook.
The day is fully tailored to your interests, whether that means food, culture, quiet neighborhoods, or simply wandering at your own pace.
While the experience feels relaxed and flexible, your guide thoughtfully shapes the day so you can make the most of your time.
About Us (Michitabi)
We believe that who you explore with matters just as much as where you go.
Our guides do more than lead the way — they create a personal, relaxed, and meaningful experience.
Subaru brings warm energy and easy smiles.
Tomoki is flexible and responds naturally to your requests and mood.
Yuta is friendly, open, and makes exploring Tokyo feel like spending time with a friend.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Senso-ji Temple
Senso-ji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo and one of the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks. The area is lively and full of traditional architecture, local snacks, and souvenir shops. Together with us, you can also enjoy learning about traditional temple customs such as omikuji fortune slips and how to purify your hands at the temizuya in a fun and easy way.
Kaminarimon Gate
Kaminarimon Gate is one of the most famous landmarks in Tokyo and the symbolic entrance to Asakusa. It is known for its giant red lantern, which weighs around 700 kilograms, and for the statues of Fujin and Raijin, the gods of wind and thunder, standing on each side. It is more than just a photo spot and offers a memorable first impression of old Tokyo.
What‘s Included
Personalized itinerary created after booking by an expert local guide
Private Walking Tour with Public Transport
Cultural insights and local perspectives to help you experience Tokyo like a local
Hotel pickup
Travel support for currency exchange, hotel reservations, and traffic
Photo-taking support
Food and Drinks (For you and Guide)
Your transportation Fee
Entry/Admission -ex.Rikugien Garden, Kyu Shiba Rikyu Gardens, Shinjuku Gyoen
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
8hours Tour
Recommended for: This tour is perfect for travelers who want to fully experience Tokyo in one unforgettable day.
Duration: 8 hours: Explore 3 to 5 spots, from Tokyo’s must-see highlights to hidden local neighborhoods that most tourists never get to see.
About the Guide: Your local bilingual guide, who grew up in Japan, will make the experience smooth, easy, and enjoyable.
Pickup included
4hours Tour
Recommended for: This tour is great for everyone, from first-time visitors to travelers who know Tokyo well.
Duration: 4 hours: Explore 2 to 3 spots, from Tokyo’s must-see highlights to hidden local neighborhoods that most tourists never get to see.
About the Guide: Your local bilingual guide, who grew up in Japan, will make the experience smooth, easy, and enjoyable.
Pickup included
6hours Tour
Recommended for: This tour is especially recommended for travelers who want to take their time and enjoy each spot more deeply.
Duration: 6 hours: Explore 2 to 3 spots, from Tokyo’s must-see highlights to hidden local neighborhoods that most tourists never get to see
About the Guide: Your local bilingual guide, who grew up in Japan, will make the experience smooth, easy, and enjoyable
Pickup included
1 Hour Tour
Recommended for: This short tour is perfect for visiting a place you missed or getting a feel for how to explore Tokyo.
Duration: 1 hour: Explore 1 spot, from Tokyo’s must-see highlights to hidden local neighborhoods that most tourists never get to see.
About the Guide: Your local bilingual guide, who grew up in Japan, will make the experience smooth, easy, and enjoyable.
Pickup included
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended private tours in Tokyo!
oksanaf562,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a private tour with Subaru while visiting Tokyo for the very first time. The best decision! He showed us such local places, which we would never discover ourselves. Subaru was also very accommodating to all our wishes and kept a good vibes going for the whole 4 hours. Highly recommend!
Great experience!
Y8437LZbrianr,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00He went on a fantastic tour with Subaru! He went above and beyond.
Cherry blossoms and Matcha
Diana B,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wakana did so well in taking us to the places/activities we were interested in. She was friendly, attentive and fun to be with. Well done, Wakana!
Street food and thrift day!
Y672APstellab,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day was absolutely spectacular. Staying away from the tourist traps, we were able to enjoy the quiet city of Shimokitazawa. Tomoki created a perfect day, and Wakana was the best guide we could hope for. I will be sure to come back soon!!
Totally worth it !!
norbudd,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A heartfelt thank you to Subaru and Tomoki for being the absolute best guides during my Tokyo trip—you made every moment so special and unforgettable. Truly grateful for your kindness, knowledge, and warmth. Big shout-out to you both for going above and beyond! 🙏✨
A lovely Tokyo experience with Michitabi!
thegipsyspirit,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had truly a great time with Yuta and Taiga (Michitabi tours). We started with cherry blossoms photography tour. They took us around even on a rainy day where we thought it was not possible and made the day so much memorable. It was such a productive day and the team was so energetic to fulfill all our wish list around Tokyo that day. The cherry blossoms were a bonus. They took us to Meguro river cherry blossom sighting which was a surprise and truly beautiful experience. Both my husband and I are grateful for the day. We tried local food also on their recommendation and the day went by. We did not want it to end. I also must add one personal touch, we were on a tight schedule and wanted to reach teamlabs from our last spot. I requested them to help us board the taxi for right destination so that we reach team labs on time. They did go out of their way to help us with that. Really happy and grateful ☺️
Customisable tour with an awesome team !
J8115SSjanev,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Wakana and Tiger from the Michitabi Team ! Communication and planning was excellent from the start till the end ! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, sharing not just the food itself but the stories, culture, and history behind each dish. It made the whole experience feel so much more meaningful. We got to try a wide variety of foods I probably wouldn’t have discovered on my own, from hidden local spots to iconic street eats. The pacing was perfect too—enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed, but still covering a great range of places. I also appreciated how accommodating they were considering we were a group of 9 including two kids and the elderly. If you’re visiting Japan and even slightly into food, I’d 100% recommend doing a tour like this. It’s such a fun, easy way to explore, learn, and eat really, really well.
See you again soon
siraphatsornm,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The team is funny and helpful. I was traveling solo and chose this team to take care of me. Japan has always been my dream destination, but I had very limited time and wanted to visit as many places as possible — and you guys made it happen. Unfortunately, the happy moments were too short. Highly recommended to join this team ❤️🇯🇵
A long day with a full beautiful program
musica203,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice 👍🏻 on time! very polite make beautiful photos Japanese friendly talk good English talk good Japanese
Global minded, very kind with a warm touch of humor
musica203,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are very impressed from the very first greeting to the last goodbye: our tour guides Tomoki and Ranjan patiently showed us beautiful places in Tokyo such as the Shinjuku Gyo-en, the Imperial Palace, the Tsukiji Fish Market and Kamakura. We laughed a lot! They are also amazing translators with full of empathy and care. When we come back to Tokyo in the future, we will definitely call them again and discover more of Tokyo with them. Arigatoo gozaimasu!
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