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Eastern Tokyo Highlights -Asakusa, Tsukiji, Imperial Palace

Nijubashi bridge of Imperial Palace is popular photo spot.

Imperial Palace, the former Edo Castle.

Kaminari-mon Thunder Gate is the most loved photo spot at Asakusa Senso-ji Temple.

Iconic golden building with Tokyo Skytree view from Sumida River.

Nakamise shopping street. About 90 small shops along street.

Enjoy Sushi lunch at Tsukji Market!

Tokyo Private Tour - If you don't like seafood, try some other Japanese cuisine such as Tenpura, Ramen noodles, Soba buckwheat noodles and Okonomiyaki (Japanese pizza).

If you don't like seafood, try some other Japanese cuisine such as Tenpura, Ramen noodles, Soba buckwheat noodles and Okonomiyaki (Japanese pizza).

Akihabara electric district is center of sub culture, anime, manga, maid cafes and such.

(option) Ginza, famous brand shop district. Chuo (center) street turns into pedestrian paradise on weekends' afternoon.

(option) Ginza is not only for shopping. We can enjoy some latest Japan's technologies here.

Eastern Tokyo Highlights -Asakusa, Tsukiji, Imperial Palace

Highlights

Joined 2019

Kaori S.

4.98 / 5

(119 reviews)

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Tokyo

Japanese (Native), English

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Kaori S.)

Up to 4 people

If you have more than 2 days in Tokyo, exploring one day in East, one day in West would be recommended, since Tokyo is such a huge city. This tour is basically walking tour, using public transportation, but we can take a taxi occasionally upon your request. My Eastern highlights is more with tradition and samurai history, and Western one is more with modern, young, Kawaii culture. Both are making today's Tokyo. Don't forget to check my Western Highlights too!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel, or your choice in Tokyo 23 wards.

10:00 AM

Imperial Palace (East Gardens of Imperial palace or Nijubashi bridge)

The former Edo Castle. East Gardens of Imperial Palace closed on Mondays & Fridays, we visit Nijubashi Double Bridge instead, which is a very popular photo spot at Imperial Palace ground.

Noted : Imperial Palace building itself is not visible even from outside on usual visit, since it is off-limits area.

11:30 AM

Tsukiji Market （Lunch）

Enjoy sushi lunch! (lunch fee is not included). Tsukiji Market has become more bustle as street food paradise even after Fish Market has moved to Toyosu in 2018. You can experience Japanese people's food life here. If you don't like seafood, just let me know. I love to suggest other options for you!

01:00 PM

Asakusa - Senso-ji Temple

Stroll around Senso-ji Temple, one of the oldest and popular temples in Tokyo. Try Japanese delicacies and Japanese-style souvenirs at Nakamise shopping arcade. Don't forget to take a pic at huge red lantern at Kaminari-mon Thunder Gate, which is symbol of Asakusa!

03:00 PM

Akihabara (or Ginza instead)

Japanese people call it "Akiba" for short. Known as electrical town. Countless electrical appliances shops. Also famous for otaku (geeks) culture, manga comics, amine, gaming. Unique cafes such as maid cafes with stuff in costumes can be seen here. You'll see very unique side of Tokyo.

*If you are not interested in Akihabara, Ginza (the latest district in Tokyo) is possible instead.

05:00 PM

End of the tour : Your choice!

We end the tour in Akihabara or other. Or I can take you back to your hotel if you like.

Ending Point

At your hotel, or your choice in Tokyo 23 wards.

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee,

guide's transportation in the city,

hotel meet-up, send-off in Tokyo

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you), food and drink (you and guide), entrance fee (you and guide)

【Major fees on tour day】

For you, depending on what you have. (Ex. Welcome Suica.)

It would be around 1,000~2,000 JPY per a day.

>Transportation Tips in Tokyo.

If you’re staying in Tokyo for a few days, getting either of below at the airport makes your travel easier. Both require passport to purchase.

●Welcome SUICA or Mobile Welcome Suica for travelers (transportation IC card) is recommended to get around easily in Japan. Conveniently usable in all major cities in Japan.

●Tokyo Subway Ticket（24h / 48h / 72h)

Unlimited travel ticket for Tokyo Metro & Toei Metro (Not available for JR). Best value for Tokyo visitors. But limited line availability.

For more information for transportation system in Tokyo, refer to my blog.

"What's the best ticket for Tokyo transportation?"

【Optional】Hired cars

I'm happy to work with hired car you arranged at your end.

Tour Important Information

・Please bring some Japanese Yen, because some small shops don't accept credit cards in Japan.

●Imperial Palace

・East Gardens of Imperial Palace is closed on Mondays and Fridays. We visit Nijubashi Bridge of Imerial Palace instead.

●Tuskiji Market

・Tuskiji Inner Market has moved to Toyosu. But we can still enjoy Tsukiji Outer Market for street food and Sushi restaurants.

・Some shops are closed on Sundays and Wednesdays at Tsukiji Market

Important message from the supplier

- I'm FULLY BOOKED on 2026 MARCH & APRIL. Sorry for inconvenince. Kindly make an inquiry only for my available days.

- I offer tours up to 4 People to maximize each person's experience.

- I'm Tokyo based. My tours basically start/end in Tokyo. If you like to start/end outside Tokyo 23 wards, kindly cover my transportation fee from/to there. Thank you for understanding.

- For Mt.Fuji or Hakone, refer to the map of location on gallery.

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

Joined 2019

Kaori S.

4.98 / 5

(119 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Kaori S.

Kon-ni-chi-wa. Hello! I'm Kaori, having lived in Tokyo for more than 20 years since I got married to a photographer who lives here. Originally from Shizuoka prefecture which has Mt.Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan. I took 2 working-holiday-visa stays in my younger days. One is in Toronto, Canada, and another is Australia touring by motorcycle. One year respectively.

I love travel both international and domestic. I myself love travel freely. That's how I love helping individual travelers like you. Love nature, gardens, trekking, greenery, also anime. My favorite is taking you to the off-the-beaten tracks where I love and sharing my seasonal favorites.

I'm happy to make tailor-made tours only for you (up to 4 people) upon your request.

・Half Day as you like (up to 4 hours) : 40,000 JPY

・Full Day as you like (up to 8 hours) : 64,000 JPY

・Extra hour over 8hours : 6,000 JPY/hour

I often spend multiple days with the same group to accommodate itinerary for multi days by including my seasonal favorites.

I often do Mt.Fuji or Hakone tour. In many cases, the locations are mixed up between Mt.Fuji Five Lakes area and Hakone area, which are not the same place. Please refer to the map I uploaded on gallery to check the sites you are interested in. Also my blogs will help your understanding both areas - "The location difference of Mt.Fuji (Fuji Five Lakes) and Hakone".

As a national government licensed guide, I've got deep knowledge of Japanese culture and history. I really enjoy talking about the way of life with people from different cultures. I'm quite an outgoing person, ( but organized well! ), easy to get along with anybody, including small kids to teenagers. Can't wait to see you soon!

Reviews

Jessica F.

5 / 5

Dec 22, 2025

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori