HIghlights of Tokyo 8-hour Tour with a licensed guide
Joined 2018
Visit must-visit places in Tokyo by public transport in one day.
Attractions:
Imperial Palace East Gardens (former Edo Castle)
Meiji Shrine
Harajuku shopping streets
Shibuya (iconic Shibuya Crossing, the statue of the faithful dog "Hachi", and the Shibuya Sky Observatory)
Asakusa (Sensoji Temple in the old downtown of Tokyo)
*You can replace the Imperial Palace East Gardens with Shinjuku Gyoen National Park.
*The itinerary can be modified according to your requests.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Tokyo
- In the lobby
Imperial Palace East Gardens
Former Edo Castle for Shoguns which has beautiful Japanese traditional gardens and castle ruins.
50 min
Meiji Shrine
A Shinto shrine with huge grounds in the woods
60 min
Harajuku Shopping district
Lively street "Takeshita-Dori" and surrounding areas
50 min
Shibuya
Shibuya Crossing
Statue of "Hachi"
Shibuya Sky Observatory, 2200 yen, online reservation is required
Lunch: a variety of choices for food, ramen, sushi, tonkatu...
Your guide can secure seating at Sushi Train.
90 min
Asakusa
One of Tokyo's neighborhoods that maintains an old atmosphere.
Visit Sensoji Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo built in 628.
You can rent a kimono and stroll along the streets.
Rental fares start from 2750 yen for men and 3850 yen for women (including hair styling).
Your guide can make a booking of the kimono rental for you.
If you want to have dinner in Asakusa, your guide can advise you on the recommended restaurants.
80 min
Ending Point
Asakusa or 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
public transportation fee for the guide (1000 to 1500 yen)
public transportation fee (1000 to 1500 yen per person)
lunch
admissions
kimono rental fee
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Seigo U.
Hi, I’m Seigo.
Thank you for visiting my page. I'm a friendly guy who loves traveling, music, and sports, especially baseball.
I enjoy trying my best to take you wherever you want in Japan as much as possible.
Key Skills
Certified National Licensed Guide Interpreter in English (2018) and Chinese (2020)
Domestic Travel Service Supervisor license (2019)
Strengths
• Extensive travel experience both domestically and internationally. Fluent in English and Chinese, and currently learning Spanish to broaden my global communication skills.
• Proven expertise in managing schedules for bus tours, including multi-day and day trips, ensuring smooth and enjoyable experiences.
• A commitment to tailoring tours to individual preferences, creating relaxing, memorable, and joyful journeys.
Guiding Experience
Since 2019, I have guided a variety of tours, including:
• Private tours
• Day-trip, long tour
• Cruise ship excursions
I have extensive knowledge of and experience guiding popular destinations across Japan, such as Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Sendai, Kagoshima, and Okinawa.
Background and Education
After earning a degree in English, I devoted over 35 years to teaching English at high schools and special education schools, while also working with the Prefectural Board of Education. My passion for education extends to online language teaching, where I help students master Japanese, Chinese, and English.
Since I have lived in Kanagawa my whole life, I can offer satisfying private customized tours to each guest group. My recommended destinations in Kanagawa are Kamakura, the seat of Japan's first Shogunate, and Hakone, a popular resort area with mountains and Lake Ashinoko. I can also drive you around some nice places in Japan that foreign tourists don't usually visit.
Please feel free to contact me anytime.
I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!
Reviews
Stephanie K.
“Excelent Guide”
Seigo was perfect for our 1 day in Hakone. Showed us what we wanted to see and then some!
Seigo U.
Stephanie san, thank you for your kind words. I had a great day in Hakone with you and your daughter. Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Seigo
Katia L.
“Wonderful Tokyo day trip! ”
Seigo, is an absolutely amazing tour guide. A local Japanese born and raised in Tokyo, a tireless individual who took us to famous landmarks like the Asakusa center, Tokyo Tower, the Shibuya Crossing, Harajuku street and pretty much everywhere in Tokyo city within 7 hours. He even booked for us a Kimono dress up experience, which we lived. He was incredibly patient with our three kids, allowing us time to explore as a family and meet them at certain points. He went above and beyond by making a reservation for us at a wonderful sushi place known for its fresh nigiri especially when it was difficult and busy in the city to find food. Seigo's joyful and exciting demeanor made the tour unforgettable. We were thrilled to have Seigo as our guide and couldn't have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend Seigo for anyone visiting Tokyo.
Seigo U.
Katia san, Thank you so much for your lovely review. You were the very first guest to write a review during the tour—what a delightful surprise! I’m very glad you had a fun day. Thanks to you, your wonderful husband, and your adorable kids, I had such a fun and memorable day, too. We were on the move all day by subway and train—I'm sure it must have been tiring. Please take a good rest tonight and recharge for tomorrow. I sincerely look forward to seeing you all again soon! Seigo
Caitlyn M.
“Helpful and insightful tour with a great guide, Seigo!”
We are a couple visiting Japan for the first time and wanted a guide to help us navigate the city and learn the subway system. Seigo was a wonderful guide, he customized the itinerary to our needs, was prompt and clear with communication, and accommodated our requests. We saw areas and visited shops we wouldn’t have on our own, and had a great time. Seigo went above and beyond by being our personal photographer, capturing moments without us even having to ask. Arigatou gozaimasu, Seigo!
Seigo U.
Caitlyn san, thank you so much for your wonderful review. Over the two days, you covered many parts of Tokyo using public transportation—it was quite a busy adventure! I was truly impressed by your energy and enthusiasm. Sugoi! I'm sure you continued exploring Tokyo on your own afterward—you’re practically Tokyo experts now! I hope your time in Japan gave you a deeper appreciation of our culture and history, even just a little. By the way, you both looked fantastic in a kimono—it’s no exaggeration. I look forward to the day our paths cross again. Seigo
$344/ per group
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