Private Tour

Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

A shotengai(Shopping Street) is a street in Japan filled with shops and restaurants. This unique shopping experience can be a real treat and Shotengai are a great place to shop and eat while also getting a glimpse of the everyday lives of the people in the community.

With a Government Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Tokyo local efficiently. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Tokyo accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the 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.

Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Ameyoko Shopping Street

Ameyoko (アメ横) is a busy market street along the Yamanote Line tracks between Okachimachi and Ueno Stations. The name "Ameyoko" is a short form for "Ameya Yokocho" (candy store alley), as candies were traditionally sold there. Alternatively, "Ame" also stands for "America", because a lot of American products used to be available there when the street was the site of a black market in the years following World War Two.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)

Kappabashi Street (かっぱ橋道具街, Kappabashi Dōgugai) is a shopping street between Ueno and Asakusa, which is lined with several dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators, with the exception of fresh food.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

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

Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

Private transportation

You cannot combine multiple tour groups.

Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Pickup points

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Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

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Reviews

5.00

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tour with Izumi San
Amy L,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We really enjoyed our tour and more specifically enjoyed the fact that at the beginning our guide Mr Izumi set us down and explained several options we had and allowed us to tailor our tour to what our family wanted to see. This made the day much more enjoyable and it fit into the sites we were particularly interested in seeing.
Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping private tour with Sam
Carl H,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We did the Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping private tour with Sam today. Communication was excellent. I told her what we were looking for in the shopping tour and she made sure we got what we needed. Her English was very good and conversation was very pleasant. We would not have been able to navigate the Tokyo train system effectively without her guidance. She met us at our hotel and made sure we got back. Highly recommended!
Great tour in Tokyo
STACEY O,,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Noripy was so sweet and she took us to all the destinations we requested. She found a great lunch spot that offered many options, even for our teenager who is a very picky eater. We were grateful for her help in navigating the subway system there and translating for us when needed in the shops. She was so helpful and kind.
Touring with Steve
CAROLOSHIRO,,Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
“Our tour guide Steve was incredibly attentive to my needs, highly knowledgeable about the areas we visited, and overall very kind. His professionalism and warmth made the experience truly enjoyable.”
Private Shopping Tour
N9827ACcd,,Dec 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fumiko was an amazing shopping tour guide. She customized our experience based on what we wanted to shop for. She was punctual, flexible, and extremely helpful in making sure we got everything we wanted during our trip. I would highly recommend booking her services!
First timers or experienced travellers - you will not regret booking this tour
Georgia H,,Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Noripy was amazing! She had a good pace about her, extremely knowledgeable, customised the day to fit us perfectly, helped with purchases and communicating and most of all a vibrant and friendly personality who we enjoyed spending the day with!
Shopping Day tour with Yoshi.
ninette007,,Nov 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoshi, was wonderful. My daughter and I had th best day. He took his time and did not rush us. We loved every minute of our experience from the temples, to catching the trains and the shopping.
Fun tour of Tokyo.
930antoniej,,Oct 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great guide. Visited some wonderful places in Tokyo. Had a super fun time at the arcade and in anime stores.Did some shoe shopping in nice stores.
Walking tour of Imperial Palace and Tokyo station.
johnhS5602NL,,Apr 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My family had Yoko as our guide and she was fantastic. We did not expect Yoko to bring her own camera, but she did, taking pictures of our family through the tour and sending us the pictures right after. We had a fun time at the Imperial Palace and on shopping at character street after including a great Raman lunch. I would highly recommend her.
A great day with Hiro
MARK H,,Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a very special day with our guide, Hiro. Hiro was on time and visible in our meeting place holding a sign with our name on it. At the outset he said that this would be a tour of "off the beaten path" interest areas of Tokyo. We had so much fun learning about culture of Japan and Hiro made sure that we had time to shop and interact with local merchants. Hiro selected a lunch place for us where we enjoyed a Japanese meal with him. As the saying goes, "time flies when you're having fun". We highly recommend this tour with Hiro.