Private Tour
Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
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Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic city.
Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
For a private vehicle, please book Private Tokyo Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 7 persons) or or Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide & Bus (Max 15 Pax)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour dates can be changed up to 2 days before the tour. Any tour date change may result in a change of tour guide or tour unavailability.
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Asakusa
Asakusa (浅草) is the center of Tokyo's shitamachi (literally "low city"), one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives. Asakusa's main attraction is Sensoji, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. The temple is approached via the Nakamise, a shopping street that has been providing temple visitors with a variety of traditional, local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries.
Imperial Palace
**This tour does not include access to the inside of the Imperial Palace** The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family. Edo Castle used to be the seat of the Tokugawa shogun who ruled Japan from 1603 until 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the country's capital and imperial residence were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. In 1888 construction of a new Imperial Palace was completed. The palace was once destroyed during World War Two, and rebuilt in the same style, afterwards.
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Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
3,762 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with Sam
Andrew M,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a perfect 6 hour tour with Sam. We picked an itinerary with him that included Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens, Shinjuku Golden Gai, Nezu Shrine, and Sensoji. Sam was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helped us better understand the culture, history, and traditions of the sites and region. Highly recommended.
Just fantastic- smart, polite and very didactic.
alejandracT8202EP,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Naoki is fantastic. He is very professional, with great knowledge, extremly polite and very smart to read our interests and plan the perfect tour to introduce us the city. After a day with him we felt confident to move around Tokio like locals (almost). I highly recommend him.
Great 6 Hour Tour!
torsiwh,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fumiko was a pleasure to meet. She had a wealth of knowledge and incredible command of the transit system! She was early for the start of our tour and made us feel extremely welcome. Highly recommend!
Amazing!!! 10/10
I9429EFgabrieller,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible day with Yoko - 10/10 would recommend to start your trip in Tokyo. She showed us all the highlights, was so thoughtful and engaging, and took the time to create a day that was tailored to our interests. Cannot recommend this experience more.
Amazing Tour
Fletcher C,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This 6 hour walking tour of Tokyo was exceptional! The tour guide (Hideki) was totally organized and allowed us to submit preferences a couple days prior to the tour. He was a first-class gentleman and extremely knowledgeable about Tokyo and Japanese culture. He went beyond his tour responsibilities by assisting us in organizing some of our local travel arrangements for the coming days in Tokyo. we would highly recommend this tour. Thank you, Hideki! Fletcher and Marian
Excellent tour of Tokyo City. Highly recommend our guide Rumi
465devrajm,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Rumi contacted me well in advance to find out our interests and tailor the tour. She is professional and on arrival in Tokyo she met us at the Hotel Lobby and was well organized and knew her way around the city. She is very knowledgable and enthusiastic and is a good communicator. She went out of her way to help us. Overall we had an excellent tour and highly recommend Rumi.
Great guide
Annette S,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tucker adjusted the itinerary to cover the places we wanted to see. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He gave us lots of information and asked us about what we wanted to see. He waited for us whilst we were shopping & took us to a lovely local restaurant for lunch. He made sure we were always with him and crossed the roads safely. We had a lovely day. Thank you Tucker
Exceptional Guide Experience with Shuji in Tokyo
S3419KMhansm,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Review of our guide Shuji, Nov. 7th, 2025 Our guide Shuji was truly an enrichment to our day. From the very first meeting, it was clear that he was not only friendly and attentive, but also possessed an impressive knowledge of Tokyo, as well as Japanese history, culture, and society. His explanations were never dry, but vivid and full of personal anecdotes and examples from his own life. What impressed us most was his international experience. This dual perspective, both Western and Japanese, made his stories especially engaging and easy to understand. He answered all our questions patiently, even when we bombarded him with quite a few. Throughout, he remained kind, humorous, and visibly proud of his country. His calm, respectful manner and his ability to explain complex topics clearly made him an excellent guide. You can tell that Shuji offers much more than mere facts: he conveys context, background, and food for thought. That’s exactly what sets an ordinary guide apart from an outstanding one. Conclusion: Absolutely recommended!
Tokyo 6 hour tour in a day
davidwX5222FR,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fun time with An. We covered a lot of ground (5 major sites) and learned about Tokyo and the Japanese culture. An did a great job navigating us thru the train system and then maximized our time at the sites.
Excellent 6-hour Tokyo tour with Masa
AxelR192,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Masa (Masatoshi Fuji) was a great guide who showed us around Tokyo and gave us hints how to navigate the city on our own after our tour.
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