Tokyo Private Tour Guides

“A fun day in Tokyo”

Fumie is an excellent guide. We were in town for my wife's semi-business weekend. Since I haven't been in Tokyo before, there was much that I wanted to see on the one free day that we had. I was fortunate to have been able to book a tour with Fumie. She is very accommodating and with some pre-tour communication prior to arrival she was able to get a good idea about what I was hoping to see. We started with a visit to Meiji Shrine and learned quite a bit about its history plus the small details that can easily be missed if we had gone alone. Afterwards, we decided to just play it by ear and, in the end, managed to actually check off everything on my to-see list (Shibuya - Harajuku - Shinjuku). This, in spite of the time spent being sidetracked with my wife's shopping (lol). Seeing Tokyo with Fumie was more like being shown around by a local friend. She is very knowledgable, fun and a joy to spend time with.

“Great Day in Tokyo”

We had an excellent day in Tokyo with Ritsuko. Her pacing was very good, moving efficiently but allowing us time to do some souvenir shopping in the Tsukiji market and other places along the way. She helped customize a tour to our specifications, including Kappabashi Street (Kitchenware) and Akihabara (Electronics). Her knowledge of Tokyo, the temples and shrines was excellent, as was her English. We also stopped at a great place for lunch. She had recommended getting the Suica App before meeting her and that was so helpful. Choose the Welcome Suica App which is in English and allows you onto the metro and busses with a tap of your phone. It also worked in Kyoto and can also be used in convenience stores. You will enjoy having Ritsuko as a guide. She made us feel welcome and informed in Tokyo.

“First time in Tokyo”

We had the pleasure of having Akira as our tour guide, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the start, he went above and beyond to create a personalized itinerary that fit our family’s interests while also being mindful of my husband’s disability. Every detail was thoughtfully planned so that we could enjoy the sights comfortably without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Akira is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of each place we visited, but he also has a warm and patient demeanor that made our family feel immediately at ease. He balanced sharing fascinating insights with allowing us time to explore and take everything in. His care and flexibility truly made the difference between a good tour and an unforgettable experience. If you are looking for a guide who is attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making your trip special, Akira is the person you want by your side. We are so grateful for the memories he helped us create.

Akira N.

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Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for the great review. I am so glad you enjoyed the tour just like I did. Soon after I met you and your wonderful family, I got a feeling that it would be a great day. Thank you so much for letting me in a gentle, humble, kind and warm family vibes. I tried to show you Tokyo that I know, and that love, catering to your needs. We took public transports that you can observe locals. We went what I think are great spots that I regularly spend some time, and we met locals that I love. I hope that you got an idea of what it is like to be one of locals living in this big city. And also I hope that not only my tour but also this Japan trip will make you interested in the country enough to make you come back again near future. Thank you very much for having me as a guide this time. I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira P.S. I wish I could be good at claw machine. I tried to catch something for your loving kids when we were in the arcade but I spend ¥1000 for nothing and I failed to be a cool uncle Akira.