Private Tour
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
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)
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Select a pickup point
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.
Pickup included
3,770 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Stefanie M,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
Private tour of Tokyo with an itinerary recommended by you but infused with ideas from your guide. We did this on our first full day and have no regrets. Good way to get to know Tokyo!
844maritaf,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Kei was great. He adjusted the tour midway through because my daughter wanted a kimono. He helped us find a shop that sold beautiful kimonos and accessories. Even with the unplanned kimono shopping excursion - we still had the opportunity to see most of the things he had planned like the Bandi museum, Asakusa and the imperial gardens. We even squeezed in a couple gatcha stops and a delicious ramen lunch . It was such a relaxed day full of unexpected fun.our daughter said using the train was one of her favorite parts.

Sophie B,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
Ken-san was absolutely an amazing guide. We walked for miles (my choice), rode the subways and train. Had lunch in a small local restaurant and toured the city for 6 hours. I highly recommend Ken for this tour. He was very knowledgeable and flexible, not to mention he speaks excellent English. Next time I go to Tokyo, I'm calling Ken-san.
T6489KNrp,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour was a great way to start our trip to Japan! Takako-san did great explaining the plan for the day and guiding us through the metro system. We went to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo National Museum, Harajuku, and Akihabara. She shared a lot of cultural history and insight that we couldn't have gotten otherwise. We learned a lot, had a delicious lunch, and felt much more comfortable navigating Japan for the rest of our trip.


takearisk,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Koji tailored our tour to the suggestions I made, prior to the trip and he took us to all the spots in an easy sensible way. He was very pleasant and gave us an understanding of the areas we visited. Most helpful was the trip we made on the subway system and he explained and showed us how it all worked with a map and getting and charging the pasmo card. Afterwards we were able to effectively use the trains around town on the rest of our trip. Most unusual was a visit and explanation of the Golden Gai, and most quirky were the crowds watching the 3d cat…Tokyo is a crazy and wonderful city.
Pavan B,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Julie was an amazing tour guide. She was able to accommodate for all of our food allergies and took us to fun spots. We were able to see all 5 things on our list. The walking tour was very customizable and Julie showed us some spots that we never thought about going to.
Christine G,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
Exceptional experience! Michio was an amazing guide. He customized our day and hit all the highlights and some hidden gems. I can’t recommend this more! 6 out of 5 stars
crystaljJ2135UI,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had a great experience touring Tokyo. The tour was informative and I was able to see quite a bit of the city from n a very short amount of time.
Kelly G,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
Kazuo san provided my wife and I a wonderful tour of three historical and cultural sites along with personal experiences within the Japanese culture. The capped off a wonderful last day in Japan as we prepared to return home. Thank you.
387longt,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fummy is very nice person. He is helpfully. Today we had problem with the wheelchair with the nut falling off from the screw and he took us home center to buy the nut and had the wheelchair fixed. We satisfied his service.
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