Scenic spots and good food are just 30 minutes away from Haneda Airport (HND). Perfect for all ages with a lot of photo opps. You have some choices - sample sushi at the historic Tsukiji Fish Market, the biggest Shinto shrine in Tokyo, the hot spot called Shibuya (the Times Square of Japan), the Imperial Palace (outside only). Please note that a 2-hour extension will give us a more immersive experience. [NO NARITA meet-up for this guide]
Haneda Airport or your hotel (Central Tokyo or Yokohama only)
= Around 200 establishments, including sushi bars, vegetable stalls, and kitchen tools and equipment (such as sushi knives).
= Livelier in the morning.
= Closed on Thursdays and Sundays.
= ALTERNATIVE: Imperial Palace (outside only), if that’s more to your liking.
= The biggest Shinto shrine surrounded by a sacred forest.
= Let's learn more about Japanese culture and religion.
= Home of the world’s busiest pedestrian crosswalk
= Site of Hachi-ko statue (the faithful dog)
= Popular shopping street. This is much like Times Square in Manhattan.
1 hour = 5,000JPY
2 hours = 9,000JPY
= Traditional castle buildings
= Imperial East Gardens, if we have time.
= One of the biggest temples in Tokyo. Huge 400-year-old wooden entrance gate.
= Excellent views and numerous photo opps.
= High-end shopping area
= If time permits, we’ll go to Mitsukoshi Department Store and other smaller stores in the area which sell Mikimoto pearls, Japanese swords, washi paper, etc.
= Most popular among the younger generation and Instagrammers.
= Harajuku - the center of Kawaii Culture (i.e., cute culture).
= Shibuya Sky Observatory - features an open air deck with a 360-degree view of Tokyo. Entrance = 2,000JPY/person (the guide has a pass for it.)
= Traditional garden with ponds and pine trees.
= Tea ceremony (Match green tea) is available. = 850JPY/person
= Entrance fee = 300JPY/person (the guide has a pass for it.)
= Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine and Nakamise shopping street
= You can learn about Japan's history, culture and religion in one place.
Haneda Airport or the last stop in the itinerary
Guide fee
The following are PAID IN CASH on the day/s of the tour.
= Transportation during the tour (you & guide) = approx.2,000++JPY/person
= Lunch / food / drinks (you & guide)
Tour extension = 1 hour 5,000JP
The tour which starts after 3 pm may have a modified itinerary. As it gets dark at 5 pm. between November and January.
(1)As a special consideration if your flight is delayed, I can give you an extra hour for free while I wait. I will have to start charging after an hour’s wait. (2) To get a feel for the 'real Tokyo', we'll be taking public transportation--monorail, subway, and taxi. (3) This is a relatively quick tour which doesn't allow us to linger much.
Multiple-day bookings are encouraged. I might have greater flexibility in opening closed slots in this case. Let's talk about it. Send me a message! :‑)
MORE INFO:
= We use public transportation (train, subway, bus and/or taxi) in my tours as it's the best way to see the city.
= A custom tour = Please book at least SIX HOURS = 45,000JPY
= The meet-up time marks the official start of the tour.
= Hotel pick-ups = only in Central Tokyo, Yokohama, and a few hotels in Kawasaki.
= Four-hour tours available = Tokyo, Harajuku & Shibuya, Odaiba, Shinjuku, Ueno, Yokohama, and antique flea market. Please check out the corresponding tour pages.
“Great tour with Toshi, excellent knowledge, and covered all the key sites”
We arranged to meet Toshi at the station and were immediately put at ease after meeting Toshi. Her knowledge and English were excellent and we experienced many aspects of Yokohama. We enjoyed a Chinese lunch (inexpensive) in China Town followed by a taxi ride to Sankeien Gardens. Again Toshi had very good knowledge of the most interesting aspects of the garden . In summary, we can highly recommend Toshi to provide an excellent private tour of Yokohama.
Toshi H.
(125 reviews)Thank you, Peter! It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife. Yokohama is one of my favorite places as the bay area is postcard pretty. Yokohama being historically significant yet considered a trend setter makes it very interesting to many visitors. Take care and I hope to tour you to other places in the future!
“Great custom tour”
We highly recommend Toshi. We asked for a customized tour for me and wife. A tour that would match our preferences and abilities. Toshi planned and executed just the right tour for us. She even adjusted it on the fly when needed. Toshi proved to be a knowledgeable guide well versed in the history of Japan in general and Tokyo in particular. She is also great fun to spend time with.
Toshi H.
(125 reviews)Thank you very much, Ami! I'm truly delighted to have you here in Tokyo. We were able to see a variety of places in one day. Our day began with a sense of reverence at Meiji-jingu Shrine. At Harajuku, we witnessed the vibrant fashion trends among the youth. Asakusa provided us with a unique blend of traditional charm and bustling energy. The Imperial Palace stood majestically beside the business district. Tokyo is full of surprises, isn't it? I sincerely hope you continue your Japanese adventure filled with joy and excitement. Enjoy the rest of your Japan adventure! Please take care of yourself.
Ray Q.
Two-day customized tour (12 hours in total )
Customized
“Tokyo with Toshi”
My family and I spent two days with Toshi touring the east and west side of Tokyo. Toshi communicated very well with us in English and took very good care of my 79 year old mother-in-law. We traveled primarily with the trains and I learned how to navigate the train system. Toshi took very good care of us and I would encourage others to take her tour.
Toshi H.
(125 reviews)Thank you so much, Ray! I had a wonderful time with your family. I felt like a member of your family and I quite enjoyed your company. I am happy that we were able to visit all the places you wanted to see. Asakusa is a traditional town while Shibuya is a hot spot in Tokyo. It was fun to see your family enjoying the local delicacies. Sushi, beef, mochi, crapes, etc. I hope you'll take home a treasure trove of wonderful memories. Enjoy the rest of your stay! Hope to see you again.