Mari L.
“Amazing 5d 4n with Shunta and kei”
Guide and driver was extremely patient, polite, warm, friendly and attentive. We were truly blessed to have them make our first Tokyo trip so amazing and truly enjoyable. From ticket purchases to restaurant reservations, they did all the bookings for us, we saved so much time and even had time to explore more because of their help. Even though we exceeded the time limit for certain attractions, never for once were they impatient, they kindly just tailored the rest of the trip to make it as pleasant as possible. Kudos to them, we would be returning to Tokyo more often and would highly highly recommend who would want to consider having them as as guides for any of your Tokyo trips!
Apollo A.
“The unstoppable Akihabara tour!”
This tour was well worth it. Jamie San showed me numerous places to go. I was able to purchase some pretty interesting things thanks to his help and enthusiasm. The arcades and maid cafes were the true highlights!
Paul L.
“Shizuko is the best”
Shizuko-san gave us the best tour of Tokyo. Her knowledge of the area gave us the ability to see many places all in one day. She has a deep knowledge of the history and provided insights of even small details such as pointing out the meaning of the guardians of temples facial expressions. She was very accommodating to our last minute change of plans. There is no way we could have seen all we saw or learned the history by ourselves. My wife and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a tour of Tokyo.
Welcome to Tokyo! Take on this megacity with a local private tour guide by your side, giving insights and in-depth experiences from Asakusa to Ginza.
Head towards the overlooked gems of this global wonder with a Tokyoite, and embark on a private guided tour curated and tailored to your interests. Tucked away in the Yanaka district, your tour guide can lead you through layered alleys adorned with traditional houses, as you savor the nostalgic atmosphere and discover hidden temples like Tenno-ji.
Flexibility is the hallmark of a personalized tour, ensuring that your preferences take center stage. Have a love for subcultures? A private tour guide can lead you to Shimokitazawa, a Bohemian enclave known for its niche boutiques, old-school shops, and live music venues. It’s all up to you!
Yes, especially if it's your first time traveling to Tokyo. The capital city is fast-paced, from the crowded streets of Shibuya and Akihabara to the fashion-conscious Harajuku district. Guides help you understand the layers of Japanese and Tokyo culture that you'd otherwise miss out on. They also break the heavy language barrier as our guides are multilingual. Most importantly, guides take away the hassle of planning every detailed step of your tour. Are you ready to get started? These Tokyo Tours are waiting.
Yes, hiring a private personal guide in Tokyo is simple, and you don't need to be in a tour group to enjoy the comfort, convenience, and knowledge that tour guides provide. To get a GoWithGuide Tokyo experience, head to our Tokyo local guides page and start planning your Tokyo takeover.
On average, 3–4 days in Tokyo is perfect, so you can see all the major attractions and still discover the city's many hidden gems and local hotspots. If you're in a time crunch, these Tokyo Day Tours give the best of Tokyo in 8–10 hours.
Yes, you can, but it can become overwhelming quite quickly. To get the most out of your trip, it's best to go on a few guided tours before solo-touring the country. This way, you can familiarize yourself with local customs, practices, culture, transportation, and language.
To weigh the pros and cons, check out this article: Hiring A Guide In Japan: Pros and Cons.
Most Tokyo tours run from 100-600 USD per group, depending on where you're going, what the tour includes (drinks, lunch, tickets) or excludes, and whether private transportation is available. For a rough guide of what a GoWithGuide day tour of Tokyo would cost you, check out the Tokyo Private Tours page. GWG tours are customizable, so you decide what your tour package will look like.
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