A one-day tour covering major spots in Tokyo for your first visit
My tours are essentially tailor-made, but I have listed a model tour due to this site's rules. It is designed for first-time visitors who want to explore Tokyo’s must-see spots. If you’d like to visit other places, feel free to send me a message—I’d be happy to create a personalized tour just for you!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
In the lobby of your hotel
Asakusa Culture and Tourist Information Center
The observation deck shows you the spots to explore for the day.
Sensoji Temple
Visit the oldest temple in Tokyo. Along the way, you can find many small shops at Nakamise-dori.
Meiji Shrine
Take you to the distinctive shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji, known for its grand torii gate and a serene forest that makes you forget you are in the city.
Lunch at Omotesando or Harajuku
Please let me know your dietary restrictions or preferences.
Harajuku
Let's go to a shopping district popular among girls and tourists. Takeshita Street is the famous haven for cute things.
Shibuya Crossing & Shibuya
Take you to the world-renowned intersection, attracting tourists from all over the world.
Ending Point
in front of your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, pick up, and drop off at your hotel
transportation fees =around 700-1,000 yen/person,
admission fees = it depends,
meal fees = it depends(around 2,000-3,000 yen/person)
Tour Important Information
* We will mainly use public transportation, so please let me know if your group has someone who prefers not to walk a lot.
* For lunch, please let me know your dietary restrictions or preferences.
This tour is for those staying at hotels or Airbnbs within the 23 wards of Tokyo. If you stay outside this area, the tour may exceed the 7-hour.
Important message from the supplier
I am available 7 days a week, but if you prefer popular tourist destinations, please select weekdays. Additionally, my tours have a minimum duration of 5 hours.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Ritsuko K.
Hi, I'm Ritsuko, a national licensed tour guide. I was born and raised in Tokyo.
As Tokyo is a city of many faces, I hope you will discover your hidden gems during the tour.
I love to wander around the shops and places downtown and one of my hobbies is to find daily-use products made in Japan. So I can select unique souvenirs for you within your budget!
I am football-mad and have been to every FIFA World Cup except one tournament since 1998.
I also love to go island hopping in Asia. That's why I have been to over 30 countries.
Wherever I went, people were so kind to me. So, it's my turn.
I will do my best to make your tour a memorable one!
Hope to hear from you soon.
Reviews
Tracey jane A.
“Two days in Tokyo”
Very obliging, friendly, informative and exceeded our expectations. Would highly recommend her.
Jere D.
“Fantastic day in Tokyo with Ritzuko”
We had an absolutely fantastic day with Ritzuko. She planned a great itinerary working with my daughter and we saw a ton of the city. From some important historical sites like the Temple and Shrine, to the river walk, and then some of the modern shopping streets. We all had a blast. Thank you for a great day Ritzuko.
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Ritsuko K.
Hi Jere, Thank you so much for your kind review — I truly appreciate it. Thanks to the planning with Katie in advance, and also your family was happy to walk a lot, we were able to cover even more places than usual, which made the day very special. Although the cherry blossoms were slightly past their peak, I’m really glad to hear that you all enjoyed the tour together. I hope the rest of your trip is filled with wonderful memories, taking beautiful photos, and enjoying lots of delicious food along the way!
Shuen K.
“Perfect first day in Tokyo”
Our family of 4 (kids 12 and 13) spent our first day in Tokyo with Ritsuko. It was such a great way to start off our trip, and made it easy to learn how to navigate the city and public transit. Ritsuko was full of insights into Japanese culture and history, adding so much richness to our sight-seeing. She also went out of her way to cater to our family's interests. We love stationery, and she made detours to allow us to browse some excellent shops. We all enjoyed a lunch of conveyor belt sushi, so much that we went back several times over the course of our trip. We felt this tour was excellent value and would highly recommend!
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Ritsuko K.
Hi Shuen, Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was MY pleasure spending your first day in Tokyo with your family. I was especially happy that you enjoyed the stationery stops. I personally love stationery as well, so it meant a lot to hear that you liked the shop I often visit in my own free time. Thank you again for your thoughtful review, and I hope your time in Japan left you with many happy memories!
$206/ per group
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