Tokyo seamlessly blends the old and the new, offering many experiences that capture Japan's essence. Whether exploring historic temples, enjoying cutting-edge technology, indulging in world-class cuisine, or experiencing unique cultural activities, Tokyo promises an unforgettable adventure for every traveler.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- It doesn't have to be the hotel you're staying at, it could be a nearby train station or other location for example.
Tsukiji's outer fish market
Tsukiji's outer fish market is a very attractive for tourists and locals. Even though the inner wholesale market relocated to Toyosu in 2018, the outer market remains vibrant and bustling with activity. Here are some reasons why it is attractive: Fresh Seefood, Street Food, Unique shops, Atomspher and culture experience.
Hamarikyu Garden; Traditional Japanese Daimyo Garden
Hamarikyu Garden, located in the heart of Tokyo, is a historic Japanese garden that offers a serene escape from the bustling city. Originally built during the Edo period as a feudal lord's residence and duck hunting grounds, it was later transformed into a public park. The garden is renowned for its traditional Japanese landscape design, featuring a harmonious blend of natural and man-made elements.
Ginza Prestageous Shopping Area
, Ginza is a renowned upscale shopping district in Tokyo, Japan. It is known for its high-end boutiques, department stores, art galleries, restaurants, and cafes. The area features a blend of traditional and modern architecture, with many flagship stores of international luxury brands, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists. Ginza is also famous for its vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions.
Ending Point
At your hotel
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fees
Hamarikyuu Admission fee is ¥300
Transportation
Food and Drinks
This tour involves a lot of walking, so please dress lightly. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Lunch is not included, so you can select to have lunch in Ginza after the tour. In that case, the tour will end in Ginza.
We use public transportation. Location and time are subject to change depending on traffic conditions. Please feel free to contact me if you have any requests.
Tsukiji outer market is closed on Sunday and Wednesday.
Hamarikyu is closed from 29 December to 1 January.
My Name is Naoya.
I was born in Tokyo in 1952.
After my graduation from Keio University, I joined a Japanese bank.
Mainly I was assigned international business and stayed in London for three years.
At the age of 52, I moved to a Japanese manufacturer company and had worked for 11 years.
As a personnel manager, I engaged in hiring Indian graduates.
Then for two years, I went to Tashkent in Uzbekistan as a JICA senior volunteer.
I taught "corporate finance" at Tashkent Financial Institute in English.
I got the guide license in 2017, After I came back to Tokyo, I am working as a volunteer guide,
especially in Shinjuku.
I hope to create special and deep tours in which tourists are interested but by now they were not
able to gain access to.
For example; Visit to various Universities, Visit to narrow streets in Tokyo, Visit to feel Edo (Now and Then)
My hobby is playing the guitar. I hope we are in peace through music.
I am also interested in Art, History and cooking.
My major subject is economics and finance.
Samantha F.
“Amazing tour with amazing guide”
Another incredible day with Naoya. He took us to a very old shrine and planned it so we were able to witness an incredible moving ceremony with drums, monks, fire and chants. We were able to take part in a purification ceremony, it was wonderful to experience something so different. We briefly wandered around to different shops and bought candy from a store that has been in multiple generations. A highlight was an incredible lunch at a very authentic Japanese restaurant that was very small and we tried some local cuisine. Then we went to the Edo museum which was very informative and interesting. We loved this tour and it was very interesting! Definitely book with Naoya. He tries to personalize every tour we have taken with him!!!!!!
Samantha F.
“Amazing Guide, best guide ever”
Naoya san is truly our best guide. We booked about 7 days with him and glad we did. He is knowledgeable, patient, kind and accommodating. He has a great sense of humor! We had to switch plans on him twice today because we were needing to stop and eat and he was very flexible. He carefully plans each day and explains the days plans and gives us lots of interesting facts. He does not overwhelm us with info which is great. We have asked him a ton of questions and he always patiently answers. We used public transportation like buses, trains and shinkansen which I preferred to keep the cost down. He realled planned a great day, lots of activities including gondola ride and pirate ship. Definitely book with him!
Naoya U.
Hi, Samanths A lot happened today, but we were able to see the beautiful Mt. Fuji at Kawaguchiko Station before catching the train to Shinjuku. Thanks to everyone's cooperation, it was a very enjoyable day. Mt. Fuji is seen from the top of the hill we climbed on the gondola. Only the top was still covered in snow. For lunch, we had houtou, a local soul food. It was filled with a variety of vegetables. How about the squash and shiitake mushrooms? And we talked about US TV movies. It was quite fun. Anyway, I was happy to see Mt. Fuji at the end of the day. Thank you for your kind words. I will do my best until the end. Naoya Usuda
Samantha F.
“Best guide ever!”
Noaya san is an awesome guide. We have several tours with him. Every day he explains where we are going and plans for the day. Very organized. Speaks really good English. Has proven to be our best guide. He is very intelligent, knowledgeable and very nice. You will have a great time with him. These pictures are not necessarily about today's trip just fyi.
Naoya U.
Today we went around Yokohama. Thank you for your compliments. Yokohama was one of the first ports to open to the world when Japan began to open up at the end of the Edo period. On the other hand, the Minato Mirai area has undergone recent development and offers a modern perspective. You enjoyed the view from the Sky Cabin and shopping at the Red Brick Warehouse. In Chinatown, you visited the Guan Yu Temple and enjoyed Chinese food. We have made some good memories. And let's remember the warm words of the fortune teller at the end. Naoya
$174/ per group