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 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.
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
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
3,931 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Superb private tour with a true local
Neville K,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This custom tour with our guide ‘Show’ on our first full day in Tokyo was the perfect way to see our top locations while learning how to navigate this amazing city by public transport. Show’s knowledge and thoughtfulness only enhanced the experience. He even helped us purchase our Shinkansen tickets for our next travel leg! Highly recommend!!!
A great guide and companion
DaveP475,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent guide who can customize your itinerary to any taste. Amazingly, he was able to create a day that made everyone happy, from two very different t teenagers to two adults. Highly recommended and very enjoyable company.
Amazing walking tour.
Martin Z,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fummy was amazing, went above and beyond! Showed us an amazing amount of Tokyo, in 6/7 hours. Also gave us a lot of background information! We highly recommend him!
Amazing tour to start our honeymoon.
Inaki A,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an incredible afternoon. Nobu lead us to all the spots we were looking to go see and even lead us to a nice out of the norm spots as well. Was quick and efficient with our tour so we were able to hit more spots than we were originally planning. Nobu also had a lot of good insight on all the locations and was an invaluable asset to start off our honeymoon in Tokyo. Highly recommend this tour and Nobu as a guide.
Exploring Tokyo
Lee L,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour! We saw a Buddhist ceremony, the Imperial Palace, enjoyed authentic Japanese lunch, and Kazuo even taught us the Tokyo subway system.
Wonderful tour thanks to Koba!
Jgarcia26,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Koba was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. We are so greatful he was our tour guide! We got to see so much of Toyko in one day. Perfect way to get oriented to the city. Really enjoyed seeing the shrines, temples, and parks! Thank you Koba.
Our day with Taka was an excellent introduction to Tokyo!
B7102DAalexanderb,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day first day in Tokyo with Taka. She crafted an itinerary that took in what we wanted to see and gave us a good grounding of how to navigate the Tokyo metro and some basic Japanese. The tour took in a number of shrines and temples, as well as a couple of shopping areas and markets. Taka's knowledge ensured we got to see everything we wanted without the massive crowds that you can run into. All in all this was an excellent tour which our family very much enjoyed!
A fantastic introduction to Tokyo
Inspire742392,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our 6 hour tour of Tokyo with Kenji. He is an incredible guide and tailored our tour to our personal interests. We covered so much ground in our time with him and he provided insights that we would not have otherwise known. We highly recommend Kenji to anyone considering taking this tour!
Walking tour of Tokyo
David S,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very good tour guide [Nobu]. The tour involves a lot of walking and subway travel. Got a good feel for the city and subway system. A great tour to get an overview of the city and all the things to do.
An Amazing 1st Day in Tokyo!
Happy765,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nobby, is an amazing tour guide! He made my first day in Tokyo the best! We visited Asakusa-Sensoji Temple, Nakimse Street, & the visitor center in this area. Then we ate sushi from the Tsukiji market near Shibuya Street. Afterwards we visited Shibuya Crossing & the Hachi Dog. The day ended with visiting the Meiji Shrine and the Harajuku area and Takeshita & Omotesando Streets. I would never have been able to have done this on my own. I highly recommend the 6-hour private tour, and if you get Nobby as your guide you are lucky! :)
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