Private Day Tour in Tokyo with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
This private tour is a walking day tour to suit your interests and needs. You can choose from a selection of recommended sights to create your ideal itinerary. Or you can request what you would like to do then we would propose the perfect private tour customized for you.
Our friendly Government-licensed local guide will provide an efficient 1-day tour. It will be an unforgettable memory for you.
Please note that a private vehicle is not included. Public transportation is used to transfer between sites. Taxis are also available on request.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll. The shrine was completed and dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the passing of the emperor and six years after the passing of the empress. The shrine was destroyed during the Second World War but was rebuilt shortly thereafter.
Takeshita Street
Harajuku (原宿) refers to the area around Tokyo's Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles but also offers shopping for adults and some historic sights. The focal point of Harajuku's teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques, used clothes stores, crepe stands and fast food outlets geared towards the fashion and trend-conscious teens.
Options
Walking tour using subway
Pickup included
Chartered taxi option
Chartered taxi Pickup included
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide in Tokyo
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list.
Licensed Local Guide
Transportation fees (24 hour Metro Pass : Adult-900 yen, Child-450 yen)
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Shibuya Sky (Adults-2,700 yen)
Entry/Admission - Tokyo Tower Observation Decks (Adult-1,500yen)
Entry/Admission - Tokyo Skytree Observation Decks (Adult-Weekdays-2,100yen, Holiday-2,300yen)
Entrance fees (If you want to enter an additional facility)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
63 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great introduction to Tokyo.
Meir S,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiro was an exceptional guide. Full of information and interesting. He even booked lunch for us in a very good place.
Two very satisfied customers
147arthurh,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiro is an experienced guide with an excellent command of the English language. He is knowledgeable and very reliable having contacted my wife and I before we met to make sure all the details were in place. I can highly recommend him to anyone who is travelling in Tokyo.
Hiro is a great tour guide!
Lucia K,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hiro is a wonderful tour Guide. He speaks excellent English and is very knowledgeable about Tokyo. We had a wonderful full day excursion around Tokyo. It is a walking tour and we were pleased to have experience Tokyo's metro system with an experienced guide. Hiro took us to a fabulous sushi restaurant in the old fish market area. We can highly recommend Hiro and this tour.
Wonderful tour, perfect for first time visitors
edith l,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Was a wonderful tour! Our tour guide , Hiro showed around all several areas in Tokyo. He told us the history and showed us all the customs for the shrines. As it was mine and my husband first time in Japan it was very useful to learn the practical aspects such as how to navigate the subways and the best places to and buy souvenirs etc. We also stopped for some Sushi at a place recommended by Hiro which was delicious and also provided useful information on what to order and how best to eat the Sushi. Overall I would recommend this tour for any first time visitors to Japan - we had a fabulous time.
Mr. Hiri is a Great tour guide!
Brooke B,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our time with Mr. Hiri, who is an excellent and kind guide to his home city of Tokyo! We asked to walk the Imperial palace grounds on a hot day then visit Tsukiji and he was very kind and accomodating even to our grumpy, hot littles. He helped us visit an air conditioned Buddhist temple and fish market as well! After an amazing sushi place he rec'd, we had matcha ice cream from the same street. He helped us hail a cab and sent us off with a smile :-) We will recommend him to our friends & family visiting as you can learn so much more culture and history with a bilingual native!
Great guide for Yokohama!
bloggingworldwide,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiro is a great guide. Very knowledgeable not only in Japanese culture and history but also is very knowledgeable about many countries and their histories. Unfortunately, while I was there, they were having a heat and high humidity problem. But Hiro made the best of it keeping my tour as indoors as possible. Highly recommend.
A wonderful private tour in Tokyo
F964XWmargaretf,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our family's first visit to Japan and a friend highly recommended our tour guide, Hiro-san, who was lovely, highly informative, and accommodating. For our family of 9, with a wide range of ages, Hiro-san arranged a private van and worked with us to create an itinerary that worked well for the group. He was organized, had great communication, and was so friendly and patient. He really made our trip to Japan a great one! Thank you also for taking pictures of our family whenever we arrived at a new site and sending to us afterwards!
Hiro was a great guide to...
Cheryl T,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hiro was a great guide to show us the highlights of Tokyo on the subway As first time travellers to Japan a this our first full day we appreciated the advice on using the subway. Hiro made sure that we saw the things that were important to us and explained everything along the way, he was great company The Ramen restaurant recommendation for lunch was perfect Highly recommend Hiro and this tour
Excellent tour with Hiro-san!
MLam6290,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent tour of Tokyo with Hiro-san over two days! Right after I booked the tour, he reached out to understand our interests. I asked a lot of questions and he answered them promptly. Hiro-san speaks fluent English and is very organized. As it's our first time in Tokyo, he helped us navigate the subway system and always make sure we know how to return to our hotel after our tour. He knows all the spots to take good pictures. We highly recommend Hiro-san to anyone interested in touring Tokyo!
Wonderful private tour
Lauren B,Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our two private tours with Hiro. He is a wonderful tour guide and full of knowledge. He is so kind and made sure we did things that our family would enjoy. I would highly recommend this tour. The chartered taxi was so convenient!
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