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First time in Tokyo - One day tour covering major spots
Joined 2019
If this is your first travel to Tokyo, you should take this tour. You can not only visit famous must-see spots but also understand the city, history, culture, and the life of the Tokyo people. Although I can recommend the basic tour itinerary, actual tour will be done according to your request, because this tour is custom made and you can select the place to visit.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Meiji-Jingu Shrine
Meiji-Jingu shrine – located near Harajyuku station. One of the biggest shrine in Tokyo and it is surrounded by sacred forest. Emperor Meiji and his wife, empress Shoken, are enshrined. It is the best place to understand and feel Japanese indigenous religion Shinto.
Asakusa
Asakusa – it is the most crowded place by the foreign visitors. Main place is Senso-ji Temple. Its main gate Kaminari-mon gate (or Thunder Gate), where a red huge lantern hangs, and two deities of Fu-jin (God of wind) and Rai-Jin (God of Thunder) are probably most famous place in Tokyo and the landmark of Asakusa. You may find the traditional Japanese souvenirs at the Nakamise shopping Street in front of the main hall of Sensoji Temple. You may understand the Buddhism and Temple in contrast to the Shintoism and Shrine.
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree – Built near Asakusa area in 2012 and the tallest freestanding broadcasting tower in the world with 634 m height. There are two observation decks at the level of 350 m and 450 m. You can enjoy the beautiful city view with Mt. Fuji also if weather is fine in winter.
Tsukiji Fish Market (Outer Market)
Tsukuji Fish Market (Outer Market) – Tsukiji used to be the biggest wholesale market in the world. Although the wholesale market has moved to Toyosu area in 2018, Tsukiji is still provide us the fresh fishes, meats, vegetables and lovely nice seafoods. You may select delicious sushi restaurant for your lunch.
Tokyo Station, Imperial Palace Plaza & East Japanese Garden
Tokyo Station, Imperial Palace & East Garden – Tokyo station is the gateway of Japan made by red bricks and important from the cultural and architectural point of view. Imperial palace is normally closed for public and visitors only can see the entrance bridge named Nijubashi Bridge. If time allows, the East Garden of Imperial Palace where former Edo castle was built is a nice garden to walk. Sumrai buildings in Edo period and beautiful Japanese style garden can be seen.
Ueno Park
Ueno Park – It is the first public park in Japan. Many museums such as Tokyo National Museum and National Museum of Western Art are located. There are also historical buildings such as Ueno Toshogu shrine, Five story Pagoda of Kaneiji Temple. You can see the cute Panda at the Ueno Zoo. Ameyoko Shopping Street is also located in Ueno.
Tokyo Tower & Zoji-ji Temple
Tokyo Tower & Zojo-ji Temple – Built in 1958 and was the tallest tower before the completion of Tokyo Sky Tree. Its height is 333 m and two observation decks are located at 150 m and 250m. Because it is located at the center of the city, you can enjoy the magnificent view. Zojo-ji Temple is located near Tokyo Tower. If you have no time to go to Asakusa & Sky Tree, Tokyo Tower & Zojo-ji Temple is alternative option.
Ginza Street
Ginza Street – Famous shopping street. You can find world famous luxury boutiques such as Chanel and Dior.
Shibuya
Shibuya – Famous for the most crowded PED crossing. Statue of faithful dog “Hachi” is standing in front of the station. The town is the place of young people and many young fashion arose here.
Shinjuku
Sinjuku – You can enjoy a nice city view from the top floor of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Sinjuku-Gyoen Garden is a green oasis in the middle of big town. Many people become lost in Shinjyuku station because of the size. It is one of the biggest entertainment district and you can find any kinds of amusements throughout night.
Harajuku
Harajyuku – Fashion town and famous for Takeshita Dori street that is always full of young girls. Harajyuku is a Holly land of Kawaii culture.
Other interesting places such as Akihabara, Odaiba, Yanaka
Much more – Of course, there are so many places to visit such as Akihabara, Ikebukuro, Roppongi, Odaiba, Yanaka, and many gardens.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
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 and drop off inside of JR yamanote line area
travel expenses, entrance fee (you and guide), lunch (you and guide)
- Tokyo Tower entrance fee : 1200 Yen / person, Sky Tree entrance fee : 2300 Yen / person
Mainly, Tokyo Metro (subway) will be used for the transportation. One day Metro Pass is 600 Yen per person.
Tour Important Information
This tour is walking tour using public transportation.
Please put on a comfortable clothings and shoes as you will walk a lot.
Lunch is not included. Guide may reccomend a suitable luch according to guest's request - restaurant or first food.
Important message from the supplier
I can recommend the basic tour itinerary, however actual tour will be done according to your requests so you can select the places to visit.
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
About Tour Guide Katsunori F.
Hello, My name is Katsunori, a national licensed guide in English. Just call me “Fuji-san”, the same as Mt. Fuji-san.
I worked and lived abroad more than 15 years mainly in the United States, Australia, Abu Dhabi, China and Malaysia. During those days, I communicated many local peoples and felt a lot of different cultures and thinking ways. I was interested in this multi culture circumstance. I also visited many places, some of them were on business purpose, and the others were as private travels. Visiting new places always gave me new discoveries and deep impressions, and I really like these feelings. I would like the visitors to Japan to feel such impressions, and I would like to assist them – this is the primary motivation for me to be a tour guide.
One of my hobbies is trekking. One of the travels that made an impression on me was a mountain trekking at Nepal. I trekked 4 days through the hills over 3000m in Himalaya with mountain guide. Another nice experience was the trekking of Jungle in Sarawak island in Malaysia. The guides explained the natures such as plants, flowers, butterfly and insects of those areas in addition to the trails in both cases, and I really recognized the importance of the guiding. If the guides were not suitable, my memories on the travels might not be so nice.
Japan is really beautiful country. It has seasonal beauty according to the four clear cut seasons. The natures with historical buildings are beyond description. I really hope you, visitors, receive great impressions during your stay in Japan.
I can arrange any kind of tours – from half day city tour to mountain trekking. I will customize special tours for you with proper recommendations.
I am looking forward to hearing from you!!
Reviews
Paul H.
First time in Tokyo - One day tour covering major spots
“A fantastic introduction to Tokyo with Fuji-san”
I would thoroughly recommend any first time visitor to Tokyo to spend the day being shown around by Fuji- San. He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and will create an experience tailor made for you! We learnt all about Buddhism, Shinto religion and the traditions of bowing and purification before entering holy sites. A lesson in negotiating the, very efficient, public transport system was really useful. We were taken to a delicious restaurant for lunch - the various different traditional Japanese foods were explained. We saw so much of contemporary and traditional Japan. I would highly recommend booking a day with Fuji-san - it really helps if it's your 1st time in Japan, and it's a really interesting day! Be prepared for lots of walking!!
Katsunori F.
(8 reviews)Thank you for spending the time with me in Tokyo and giving a nice review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed it a lot. I could not introduce all of Tokyo, because one day is not enough. As there are many beautiful places in Tokyo/Japan showing different charms depending on seasons, I really ask you to re-visit Japan again and to spend more days here. I am looking forward to seeing you again in cherry blossom season or colorful autumn. Fuji
Robin F.
First time in Tokyo - One day tour covering major spots
“Tokyo Touring”
We had a very nice day with Fuji--- and we walked thousands of steps making all the important "to-do" sights that could be covered in one day. Thank you, Fuji!
Katsunori F.
(8 reviews)Thank you for spending the time with me in Tokyo and giving a nice review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed it a lot. I could not introduce all of Tokyo, because one day was not good enough. As there are many beautiful places in Tokyo/Japan showing different charms depending on seasons, I really ask you to re-visit Japan and to spend more days here. I am looking forward to seeing you again in cherry blossom season and/or colored leaves in Fall. Fuji
Lisa A.
First time in Tokyo - One day tour covering major spots
“Great overview of Tokyo”
Great guide, quick with responses, helped us with tips for the rest of our stay. He was really nice, helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating for our family. Highly recommended!
Katsunori F.
(8 reviews)Thank you for spending time with me in Tokyo and giving a nice review. I am sure you have wonderful days in Tokyo. As there are many beautiful places in Japan showing different charms depending on seasons, I really ask you to visit Japan again and to spend more days here. I am looking forward to seeing you again!! Fuji
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