Efficient One Day Tokyo Tour
Joined 2018
Efficiently visiting various popular sightseeing spots in central Tokyo like Buddhism temple, Shinto shrine, palace, park, market and entertainment district by using public transportation. Schedule of this tour is flexible. Below itinerary is a standard sample. It is possible to change the place to visit by requests of tourists.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Hotel pick up
Meet at the front desk area of your hotel
Hie Shrine
Shinto shrine with red Torii gates tunnel at the central Tokyo
Imperial Palace: Nijubashi area (Double Bridge)
Old Tokyo castle during Samurai time more than 150 years ago
Tsukiji: Honganji Temple and Fish & local food Market
Retail area of Fish & local food Market
Lunch (your favorite dish)
Sushi is recommended if you like it
Ueno Park: Large public park located in central Tokyo
Statue of Saigo, Kiyomizu Kannondo, etc.
Asakusa: Down town area with an atmosphere of the traditional Tokyo
Kaminarimon, Nakamise Street and Sensoji Temple
Shibuya: Modern area like Times Square in New York
Crazy Crossing and Faithful dog Hachiko statue
End of the tour
Ending Point
At your hotel
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
guide fee, hotel pick-up in Tokyo 23-ward area
transportation fee (you and guide), drink, lunch, dinner
Tour Important Information
In this tour, public transportation like Tokyo Metro subway lines is used. Transfer to next spot is mostly a single line subway ride without transit. Time loss by transportation is minimized.
If your hotel is accessible from Tokyo Metro subway station, total transportation fee on this tour is only 700 JPY per person by using 24 hours ticket. No entrance fee is required for all the destinations in case of the standard itinerary.
At every spot, we need to walk from the nearby subway station. Some stations don't have an elevator nor an escalator. We need to walk up or down a stairway.
Places to visit and time schedule are flexibly adjustable by your requests.
Important message from the supplier
If your hotel is located in 23 wards of Tokyo, pick-up fee to the hotel is free.
Tours are basically done by using public transportation like trains and subways.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Toshihiro Y.
Hello. Thank you for your interest in Japan. I am a tour guide living in central Tokyo area. My hobby is travel, taking photos, watching sports, etc. I have visited more than thirty countries on business or vacation. While I was in overseas countries, I encountered a lot of troubles. But many people at my travel destination kindly helped me and I could do what I wanted to do. To do something in return for their kindness, I became a tour guide.
As a guide, I have offered tours for more than hundreds of tourists all over the world. Each tourist has the different style of sightseeing. Through experience, I have got better skills to arrange the tour flexibly.
Your stay in Japan must be very important moment. I would like to show you unique aspects of Japan. It is possible to create a customized tour for you to meet your requests. Please tell me what kind of sightseeing you would like to enjoy. Feel free to contact me.
Reviews
Sailesh S.
“Toshihiro – A Fantastic Tokyo Tour Guide”
Our day exploring Tokyo with Toshihiro was nothing short of fantastic. From the moment we met, he was both respectful and considerate, making us feel at ease. His deep knowledge of the city and Japanese culture, combined with his engaging storytelling, brought every location to life, making the experience truly unforgettable. The tour offered a perfect blend of Tokyo’s highlights, including Ueno, the serene Imperial Palace Gardens, beautiful Shinto shrines, and the vibrant streets of Akihabara. We were fortunate to have a private tour that day, which made the experience even more special. While it’s easy to fall into tourist traps when it comes to dining, Toshihiro took us to an incredible sushi spot near the Tsukiji Fish Market, along with several local snack stops that we wouldn’t have found on our own. With around 19,000 steps covered, this tour is best suited for those who enjoy exploring on foot—which we certainly did! A special tip: ask him for matcha ice cream. He took us to a hidden gem, away from the crowds, and it was absolutely delicious. For anyone looking to discover Tokyo with a knowledgeable and friendly guide, we highly recommend Toshihiro. Thank you, Mr. Toshi, for a truly memorable day!
Toshihiro Y.
Thank you for the amazing tour review with excellent photos, Sailesh-san. In the messages we exchanged before the tour, you informed me that you are fit to walk. We visited various places in Tokyo on foot. Tokyo is a relatively new city in Japan, and has both historical aspects and modern aspects. But each aspect is correlated. I tried to expound this complicated big city with holistic views. Japanese culture would be very different from western one. I am glad to hear that my explanation made the experience truly unforgettable. Fortunately you like eating Sushi, that was easy for me to choose the restaurant for lunch. Tsukiji Fish Market is a highlight of Tokyo tour if you eat Sushi. And some Japanese sweets are unique. I am relieved as you said that the Matcha ice cream was absolutely delicious. I was really happy to introduce various spots in Tokyo to you. I think that you are still in Japan. Enjoy the rest of the tour!
Reid G.
“A gem of a guide!”
Toshihiro was everything you could ask for as a private guide. We had a full day tour in Tokyo and he made sure we saw all the important spots. He was helpful, explained the history of Japan and the city with a lovely demeanor. Would highly recommend him. Perfect way to spend a day touring.
Toshihiro Y.
Thank you for the brilliant tour review, Reid-san. This full day tour was done on the next day you had arrived in Japan. You must have been very tired because of jet lag. But you walked the city for miles round. I enjoyed conversation with you. You were very friendly tourists. Thank you very much again. You will visit various cities in Japan. Have a nice trip!
Margo H.
“Tokyo in a Day ”
We had a fantastic full-day tour with Toshihiro, and the time just flew by! He was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights as we visited temples and shrines. His kindness and patience stood out, as he took the time to answer all of our many questions. We truly appreciated his expertise and the thoughtful way he guided us through each site. It was a memorable and enriching experience, and we highly recommend Toshihiro.
Toshihiro Y.
Thank you for the outstanding tour review, Margo-san. I am glad to hear that the tour was a memorable and enriching your experience. I appreciate your attitude to try to assimilate Japanese culture. I was impressed that you purchased Goshuin notebook and collected stamps with calligraphy from temples and shrines. I enjoyed answering your questions. After the stay in Tokyo for several days, you will visit various cities in Japan by cruise ship. Bon voyage!
$213/ per group
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