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Half Day Trip in Tokyo
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Joined 2017
Begin the day with a visit to Meiji Shrine, the largest shrine in Tokyo. In the afternoon, you can choose between exploring Asakusa—home to Sensoji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo—or the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, which was once the site of Edo Castle.
You can see both old and modern sides of Tokyo in a short time.
We will use mainly public transportation system like subway and trains, yet
according to the situation we can catch a taxi.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at the lobby of your hotel
- You will let me know.
Meiji Shrine
This is the shrine dedicated to the souls of Emperor and Empress who devoted themselves to the modernization of Japan. In the midst of Tokyo, we can feel nature here. After that, in front of the next station from here, you can see the famous crossing in Shibuya.
lunch
I will take you to a good restaurant where you can enjoy Japanese food.
Asakusa or the East Garden of the Imperial Palace
In Asakusa, you can feel the life of the common people of Edo Period and also enjoy shopping of Japanese craft.
In the East Garden of the Imperial Palace, you can see the remains of Edo Castle; moats, guards houses, Mt. Fuji viewing Tower, donjon and a Japanese garden.
Ending Point
at the lobby of your hotel or at the last spot
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
Lunch
Transportation fee
Tour Important Information
Please let me know if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
As for transportation, you can use a transportation card in Japan or by cash (you will need about 1000 yen).
For entrance fee, these three spots are free.
You can start from any time after 9 o'clock in the morning.(If you really wish, from 8:30,although it is the rush hour.)
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Kamakura 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
Joined 2017
About Tour Guide Yukiko K.
My name is Yukiko . I have a national license for a tour guide in English. I live in Tokyo on weekdays and go back to my house in Kamakura on weekend. I like both cities.
Tokyo is one of the most exciting cities in the world. Kamakura is a traditional city with history and nature. I like communicating with people.
My family and I had homestay students from all over the world and my children call me "mother of the world." I like learning foreign languages. I speak a little German and I learned a little Italian last year. I also have a license for teaching Japanese to foreigners as a second language. It would be a great pleasure for me to make your trip to Japan more valuable and impressive through my explanation of Japanese culture and history,
I am looking forward to seeing you.
Reviews
Ali B.
“Wonderful introudction to Tokyo!”
Had the pleasure of doing a half day trip with Yukiyo. Toured the Meijo shrine and eastern palace gardens. Yukiyo is extremely sweet, very knowledgeable, super responsive and flexible with times/location. She was frequently adding context to whatever was in front of us, and was always happy to answer any questions that came up. I highly recommend booking a tour with Yukiyo, especially if it is your first time in Tokyo.
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Yukiko K.
Dear Ali, Thank you so much for the great review!l I was so glad that you and your wife Haya were so intelligent and interested in Japanese history and culture and that not only you listened to my explanation earnestly but also asked me a lot of keen questions. Besides you were very impressive guests and such a nice couple that I enjoyed being with you. It was my great pleasure to know you have deep understanding on Japan and to be a little help for you. Thank you again and have a nice trip! Yukiko
Nshan B.
“Tokyo Tour”
This was a great tour! I was able to see and do so much. Experiencing Asakusa and seeing the Meiji Shrine was an amazing experience. It was also very nice to see Koishikawa Korakuen in the morning. There are so many shops and things to do, thanks for taking me and also remembering my birthday. 本当にありがとうございます!
Yukiko K.
Dear Nshan, Thank you for your nice review! You are so interested in Japanese culture, history, architecture and even Japanese and were such a good listener. So I enjoyed being with you. Visiting Koishikawa Korakuen in the morning was such a good idea that you felt peaceful in nature and learned about Japanese history in quietness. At Meiji Shrine the explanation about poems of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken seemed to have impressed you. Lastly at Sensoji, you said you were impressed by the architecture. I was so glad that you appreciated my tour. Yukiko
Kristen V.
“Nice tour with Yukiko ”
Yukiko came prepared with a timeline during different eras so she could explain the history of Japan as we walked through the beautiful Hamarikyu Gardens. She also brought us to some high rises just to see some magnificent views of Tokyo. We had a nice time with Yukiko learning about the history and culture of Japan.
Yukiko K.
Dear Kristen, Thank you so much for your nice review! You are so intelligent and have a deep insight into life. You have a great knowledge on Japanese culture and asked me keen questions. It is a great pleasure if you learned about Japanese history and culture from my tour. You and your husband Noel were so generous and kind. I really appreciate your kindness. Yukiko
$129/ per group
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