Lisa N.
“An amazing first day in Tokyo! ”
We had a wonderful time on our walking tour of Tokyo with Akira. We ended up doing this on our first day, which was great; it really helped us assimilate to the city and get acquainted with different areas. Akira was wonderful, he really allowed us to personalize the tour to things we really wanted to see. We were able to see some less popular areas and really see how native Japanese citizens live day to day. He took us to a nice local restaurant as well. We loved everything about this experience and so appreciate Akira and his willingness to show us around and answer all of our questions. I would definitely recommend a tour with him.
Thomas S.
“Eine interessante Tour mit Yuki”
Es war fantastisch mit der äußerst sympathischen Yuki, in deutscher Sprache Tokyo zu erkunden. Viele historische Sehenswürdigkeiten hat Sie uns sehr interessant vermittelt. Wir hatten ein kleines Problem mit einer Fahrkarte und dabei hat sie uns ganz spontan und flexibel in japanisch am Ticketschalter unterstützt. Vielen lieben Dank nochmal dafür liebe Yuki. Es war uns eine Freude dich kennen gelernt zu haben. Viele liebe Grüße von Thomas und Sigrid
Collen T.
“Great Tokyo tour by bus ”
I worked with Takako on a Tokyo tour with the Jamaican athletic team. Takako did an excellent job. She is well-versed in Japan's history and culture. I recommend her to anyone seeking a tour guide. I will ask her to handle all my future tours at dreams-escape.com. Thanks, Takako. I was very impressed.
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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