Private Tour
Private Custom Tour: Tokyo in a Day
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Your expert local guide will help you to create the tour.
Your tour guide will reach out one to two weeks in advance to finalize your itinerary.
If the tour start date is close to the reservation date, the guide will contact you as soon as possible.
***IMPORTANT NOTICE***
Your guide will contact you in advance to discuss your own itinery.
Please let us know YOUR CORRECT CONTACT NUMBER OR EMAIL ADDRESS.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional expenses will be advised upon discussion with our tour operator, based on the customized itinerary
Operation dates for attractions are subject to availability
Visiting optional attractions may incur an additional fee. Please consult with tour operator for any questions
If you choose a public transportation tour, a one-day tour (8 hours) averages more than 20,000 steps (about 14 kilometers). There are also some routes that are not barrier-free, and you may have to go up and down stairs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Old Tsukiji Market
While in Tokyo, use the services of a professional local guide to customize your own sightseeing itinerary. Once you select a half-day or full-day tour to suit your schedule, you decide the pace of your day and how much you’d like to fit in. Explore at a leisurely pace on a guided walking tour, using the city’s efficient public transportation system to get you around. Or upgrade for a private vehicle to pick you up at your hotel. Then visit your choice of historic, cultural and culinary attractions in the vibrant capital. After you’ve seen the sights, your guide offers convenient drop-off at your hotel. Full-day custom tour on foot or by private vehicle Eight hours of sightseeing allows you to take in even more of the city. Start with a visit to Tsukiji, the world’s largest wholesale fish and seafood market. Or perhaps head to downtown Tokyo and its fantastic museums, enjoying a bit of the old Tokyo that remains in the street food and traditional shops.
Hama Rikyu Gardens
How about touring the Imperial Palace or Hamarikyu Garden, where you can appreciate the magnificent view while enjoying traditional sweets and green tea? See Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens, especially beautiful in the autumn, or Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a mix of traditional Japanese and Western design.
What‘s Included
Transportation fares (if by public transport)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tokyo 23 ward
drink
Transport by private vehicle (if by private vehicle)
Professional English speaking guide
Lunch (full-day option only)
Gratuities
Any additional activity fee
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Full-day Tour+Private Vehicle
Lunch
Private vehicle
Full-day custom tour: with private transfer services
Pickup included
Half-day Tour+Private Vehicle
Half-day+Private Vehicle : Half-day custom tour with private transfer services
Pickup included
Full-day+Public Transportation
Lunch
Full-day custom tour: with public transfer services. You will enjoy public transportation as locals do.
Pickup included
Half-Day+Public Transportation
Half-Day custom tour: with public transfer services. You will enjoy public transportation as locals do
Pickup included
Reviews
1,432 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Tour
Shirley H,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour that was highly personalized. We covered the highlights of Tokyo. Shuhei made sure we hit all of the experiences that we mentioned. Lots of walking and a great use of the train system.
Nice tour to know about culture and traditions in Japan
Aniruddha Joshi,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Roy san met us in hotel lobby as discussed earlier on WhatsApp. We then walked to nearest train station to visit Senso-ji temple. He explained us religions in Japan, importance of this temple and shrines in the same area. Later we visited Meiji Jingu shrine and then dropped us near Tokyo tower. He gave us directions how to reach hotel from Tokyo tower by train. It was a short but insightful tour to know about Japanese religion, culture and tradition. Due to new year, both places were crowded. Weather was cold but pleasant. We have enjoyed the conversation with Roy and the tour.
Excellent & Customized
lalatp2025,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoshi was very good and veryvpatient as we had a 5 year old who had his own agenda and a 16 year old who had her own; kept the information high-level so everyone could enjoy. It was customized to our specific needs and interest. I would strongly recommend.. And don’t skip the fish market!
Fun day of shopping
Orley G,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It was wonderful to have a guide to take us to places we wouldn't otherwise have discovered, especially with a shopping-crazy 13 year old girl! Our first stop was closed, which he should have known before setting out, but he was very patient with our idiosyncrasies and friendly and knowledgeable.
thank you !
278nuritw,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful guide Mr .Take Harade who was extremely knowledgeable, provide us with a lot of interesting information about the culture and history of Tokyo and help us find an excellent restaurants at the end of our tour . Thank you Mr. Take for a wonderful tour !
Personalized and insightful!
jvh832021,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fun day! Keiji worked with me in advance to personalize the itinerary and then shared bits of history, culture, and insights throughout the whole day. I highly recommend!
Wonderful day in Tokyo with an exceptional guide!!
betsygorski,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Kahori was a pleasant, thoughtful and informative companion during our full day tour in Tokyo. Though we communicated about the tour ahead of time, Kahori was very flexible about making last minute changes due to our previous day’s itinerary. Both my husband and I were impressed by our day. We loved savoring the foods in the fish market (we even had whale sushi!), the travel by subway, visiting a variety of neighborhoods including Yanaka and shopping all along the way. We started the day in Hamariku, so lovely and serene and enjoyed the expanded history Kahori shared. At the days conclusion we both agreed we would never have been able to closely approximate in 3 days what we covered in our full day tour. We recommend this tour to anyone who is in Tokyo for a short time and wants to make the most of their stay.
Amazing Way To Tour Tokyo
b33tah,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day with Yuki! He is so personable, knowledgeable and considerate. We traveled with a group of 8 family members ranging from my teenage daughters to my elderly parents and he made sure everyone had a great time. Yuki always tried to find elevators for my mom as stairs are more challenging for her. And he brought us to fun places like the rainbow cotton candy shop at Harijuku, and was also incredibly patient as my teenagers wanted to stop into clothing stores to shop. He had a good balance to the day, giving us great commentary about the sites we saw. We had amazing food and he went the extra mile to suggest and book reservations for a great place for dinner. In all, this was the perfect way to spend our first day in Tokyo. We packed so much in, yet he was mindful of the pacing and everyone’s energy. He also happens to be very sweet and enjoyable to talk to. Highly recommend!!
Informative and relaxed tour
Quest438005,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanizaki san was very knowledgeable, created a custom itinerary based on our interests and was very flexible during the tour. We learned so much!
Perfect first-day Tokyo with Keiji
Kellie B,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first-ever day in Tokyo and Keiji set us up for the whole trip. From the start he asked about our interests and shaped the route accordingly—mixing well-known spots with calm backstreets so we weren’t overwhelmed. He handled navigation, explained cultural do’s/don’ts clearly, and kept a smooth pace with time for photos and questions. We finished feeling oriented, confident with transit, and excited for the rest of Japan. If it’s your first visit, book Keiji—you’ll save hours of confusion and get a thoughtful overview of the city.
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