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Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #2 (8 Hours)
Hi I am Tsutomu. This is my #2 Full Day Tokyo Key Sites. This compliments my Plan#1 and of course, you could mix #1 and #2 if you wish. Both are my standard plans and my objective is to give you the best part of Tokyo in 8 hours.. I customize the tour especially for you. Tokyo has so many sites that would appeal to your intellectual interest, so feel free to let me know if you have any other places you wish to see. I will accommodate.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo 23 Districts
Your hotel in Tokyo
I will meet with you at your hotel in Tokyo to start your wonderful tour!
① FUKAGAWA EDO MUSEUM (60 minutes) - This is the best museum for EDO Era of Tokyo.
EDO is an old name of Tokyo. The name EDO comes from the old name of the city that goes back to the 17th century. "FUKAGAWA EDO MUSEUM" offers vivid and "real" atmosphere of the lives and people of the old times. There is no restrictions of photo and/or video shooting, so I will help you to take pictures/videos of yours with the "people" and lives of the 17th century Tokyo.
② TSUKIJI (60 minutes) - Japan's oldest fresh food market
This used to be the world's biggest and busiest sea food and fresh food market. Now although the market has been shifted to Toyosu, Tsukiji still attracts people from all over the world and Japan for its nostalgic and practical charms. You will enjoy street food such as fresh sushi, sea food, Kobe beef and variety of fruits. Plus there are some green tea and kitchen ware shops.
Lunch in the central Tokyo area
LUNCH (60 minutes) - At an authentic Japanese restaurant for your favorite cuisine
③ HAMARIKYU GARDEN (60 minutes) - One of Tokyo's most renowned Japanese gardens
This is an epitome of historical wonder of Tokyo – fusion of old history and modern cosmopolitanism. If you stand in the middle of this gorgeous garden, which offers you very wide natural perspective in the middle of Tokyo, you will feel somewhat mysterious sensation as if you were in “time machine”. In fact, this garden is the time machine itself. The properties from Edo Era of 17th century are surrounded by towering 21st century buildings. The famous “300 year-old pine tree” will give you strong spiritual power for longevity of life.
④ Tokyo Tower (60 minutes)
Tokyo Tower was built in 1958 and its height is 333 meters. As of today, Tokyo Tower is Japan’s 2nd highest construction.
It is a historical and nostalgic monument for Japanese people. Even after a much higher tower was constructed in 2012, which is Tokyo Sky Tree Tower with the height of 634 meters, Tokyo Tower has always been Japan’s popular sightseeing place for such nostalgia.
This "nostalgic" sensation is one of the most unique experiences you can ever expect - just like its European counterpart, Eiffel Tower of Paris.
⑤ GINZA (30 minutes) - Japan's most famous high end shopping districs
Ginza is located in the center of Tokyo. It is a high end shopping & commercial area. For its luxurious image, Ginza is often compared with the 5th Ave of New York City or Oxford St of London. Other than the high end shopping or window shopping, you could visit fine art galleries in Ginza for classical paintings, modern arts & crafts work. Let's enjoy the highest of Japan's sophistication.
⑥ AKIHABARA (60 minutes) - Japan's top electronics and pop culture center
Back to your hotel or wherever you wish to end the tour
If you end the tour, at wherever you wish to end, you will save a traveling time to your hotel, such as 30 - 40 minutes. I will give you the precise directions of public transportation so you could return to your hotel if you prefer it that way, or of course, I would be happy to escort you back to your hotel.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo 23 Districts
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Transportation fee for the guide
Hotel Pick-up
Public transportation fee for the guest (Yen 1,600 per person for One Day Free Pass for Metro/Municipal/JR use is recommended)
Any meals or drinks
Admission fee : ＊FUKAGAWA EDO MUSEUM : Admission @Yen 400, ＊HAMA-RIKYU GARDEN : @Yen 300, ＊TOKYO TOWER : Admission for the 1st deck : Yen 1,200, Admission for the 1st and 2nd (top) deck : Yen 3,000.
Any meals for the guest
Tour Important Information
For the public transport, the total cost should be minimal such as Yen 2000 for all day per adult. So, if walking is no problem, I would recommend the public transport and walking. Above tour plan is based on the idea of using public transport.
My transportation fees will be covered by me.
If you need a hired vehicle for any reasons, you could book a car or a van through Triple Lights. The standard cost for a hired vehicle would be approx. Yen 7000 per hour. This way, your mobility will be easier compared with the public transport and walking but of course, it will cost more.
Important message from the guide
I can guide you if you pay my transportation fee.
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
Tokyo Tour Reviews
“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.
(24 reviews)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!!
“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.
(24 reviews)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
“Wonderful day #2 in Tokyo!”
We hired Tom for our first two days in Tokyo. Tom speaks fluent English, is communicative, kind and cordial. Our second day was excellent, with lunch at a delicious restaurant in Asakusa! Tom took care of booking a tea ceremony for us and it was an unique and immersive experience into the Japanese culture. We were able to visit several places in Tokyo calmly and peacefully! Thanks, Tom! Now we have a friend in Tokyo! We hope to return soon!
