If I was asked the question of "What is the most exotic and international city of Japan", I would not hesitate to name Yokohama. Yokohama has a flavour of the beautiful port city and rich history representing modern Japan. In my "Full Day Yokohama Key Sites #1 Tour", I would like to show you the international aspects of Japan which still characterize authentic Japanese culture. Let's enjoy truly international city of Japan with the rich history from the 19th century.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Yokohama or Tokyo, or JR Yokohama station
Full Day Yokohama Key Sites #1 (8 Hours)
Start the tour from the most convenient location for you - your hotel or JR Yokohama station
Sankei-en Garden
Sankei-en offers Japan`s natural beauty all the year round. Compared with other gardens all over Japan, it boasts its grand scale of natural and artificial designs combined. Each season offers distinctive natural beauty such as cherry blossoms in the spring, elegant iris in the summer, chrysanthemum and colorful maple leaves in the fall and narcissus (Suisen) in the winter. This garden has its own unique apeal to human senses which I guarantee that you will vividly feel as you stroll its lovely pathways.
Yokohama China Town
Japan's biggest China Town with exotic atmosphere, shops and restaurants. I have lived and worked in Singapore, Hongkong, Peijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and some inland Chinese cities. With such experience, I can confidently say that Chinese food in Yokohama China Town is "superb". You will also enjoy the fusion of culture between Japanese and Chinese in this unique ethnic districs.
Yamashita Park
This park symbolizes Yokohama's unparalleled ocean view with its beautiful flowers and plants. Rain or shine, this park is an oasis for visitors from all over the world. I guarantee that you could add some beautiful pictures in your album with your loved ones and/or friends.
Yokohama's Red Brick District
This is a famous and unique facility in Yokohama that offers all kinds of souveniris, gifts, and snacks. Renovating the old warehouses, Yokohama has successfully turned them into a fascinating commercial faciliy that satisfies visitors` needs. This will be a great place for you to look for Yokohama souvenirs during your trip.
JR Yokohama Station or your hotel
I would be more than happy to escort you or direct you to the place you need to return or visit after the tour.
Ending Point
JR Yokohama station or any location convenient for you
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee, Hotel meet-up, Guide`s transportation fee
Any meals, any admission fee and guest' transportation fee
*This tour normally involves lots of walking, so please make sure that you wear comfortable shoes to walk.
*I also need to know in advance your food preferences and more importantly, dietary restrictions so I can search for the appropriate restaurant .
For Mt. Fuji and Nikko, private car need to be arranged prior to the tour for the local transportation.
Hi, I am Tsutomu - please call me Tom !. I am Japan’s Government Certified English Tour Guide. Living in downtown Tokyo, my guiding expertise is all over Tokyo, including but not limited to Ueno, Asakusa, Ryogoku, Akihabara, Imperial Palace, Harajuku and Ginza area. I love to show you the contrast in Tokyo from the old temple of Asakusa to the world's tallest futuristic tower of Sky Tree and Akihabara sub-culture. Other than Metropolitan Tokyo, I can guide you in Yokohama, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Nikko. My goal is to give you the best of my 64 years knowledge and experience of Japan. My English is fluent at the native level as I have studied, lived and worked in the United States, Hong Kong and Singapore for many years. I do look forward to sharing my extensive knowledge of Japan with you. I will try my very best to make your Japan experience enjoyable and memorable with great hospitality. See you soon !!
Riccardo L.
“Amazing Full Day Trip in Tokyo”
Tom Is a great tour guide and a very kind person. If you are visiting Tokyo city, a full day trip with him is highly recommended. His English pronaunciation is highly understandable by a non-native English speaker Thank you Again Tom!
Tsutomu H.
Thank you so much for your generous and kind words. It really was a pleasure touring Tokyo with you. I look forward to the next time !! All my very best.
Daniel G.
“Great guide showing the highlights of Tokyo.”
Tom was awesome. Very friendly, very knowledgeable, very flexible. Made our first full day in Tokyo amazing.
Tsutomu H.
I was truly impressed by mutual love between father and son!! It really was a wonderful tour for myself thanks to two of you - I will continue to pray for your safe and pleasant journey!!
John V.
“A Great Guide ”
Tom was a great guide for our first day journey around Tokyo. He knows and loves the city and takes you through Tokyo with professionalism and care. Thank you, Tom!
Tsutomu H.
John and Lauren, It truly was a pleasure being with you, a wonderful couple. Thank you for creating a special place in my heart with warm memories. I will continue to wish for the very best for two of you. If you need any support while you’re in Japan, you now have a good friend - I am always ready to help you. Sincerely, Tom
$424/ per group