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A narrow street in Yanaka, where you can feel the atmosphere of good old days

Five-story pagoda in Ueno Park.

A narrow street in Ningyocho, one of a few area in the central Tokyo that retains the atmosphere of good old days

Maginificent Meiji Shrine

Magnificent Meiji Shrine

Fukagawa Edo Museum, taking you to city of Edo, former name of Tokyo, 300 years ago....

Kiyosumi Garden, the beautiful Japanese stroll garden

Tokyo Bay area seen from Odaiba, entertainment district with malls, museums etc...

The "Scramble" intersection, Shibuya

Happy Participants from the U.S, and Friendly Guide....

Personalized Tokyo Journey

Highlights

Joined 2015

Akira N.

4.96 / 5

(409 reviews)

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Tokyo

English, Japanese

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Akira N.)

Up to 5 people

This is a customized tour that is designed based on your interests.

Before you book me, let me know about you, your age, things you like, your interests etc..

If there is somewhere you want to visit in the city, or something you want to do, please let me know.

Let's make your journey memorable one together.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

¥47250 (¥6750×7h) for guide fee

¥3000 for transportations for guide (including round-trip fare from guide's to your hotel)

What‘s not included

Costs for foods & drinks, entrance fee, for you and guide.

Transportations for participants.

Please note that above costs are needed on the day of the tour.

Tour Important Information

1) Before you book, I will be very appreciated if you kindly contact me first to avoid booking me without understanding what my tour is like.

2) This is not a bus tour or private-car tour. Please note that main means of transportation in this tour is your foot(!) and public transportations.

3) Sometime it takes time to design itinerary, so I am appreciated if you book this tour at least by a week in advance of the date of the tour.

4) I only make contact with future participants of my tour, not with mediators (such as tour company personnel), to avoid confusion and misunderstanding.

Important message from the supplier

Available only for more than 7 hour tour.

Not available for middle people including travel agents, travel advisors.

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 2015

Akira N.

4.96 / 5

(409 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Akira N.

Hello,

My name is Akira.

I am certified national guide interpreter.

I have been living in Tokyo for more than 30 years.

I love walking in the city with no particular plan finding trasures in the streets such as nice ramen noodle restaurants, cafes, funny billboards, and most of all, narrow alleys that remind me of good old days.

I will help you enjoying the days in the city fully and making your vist memorable one.

I am looking forward to seeing you soon.

Reviews

David G.

5 / 5

May 3, 2026

Personalized Tokyo Journey

May 3, 2026

Tokyo

7 hours

“Personalized Tokyo Journey”

I usually don't write reviews but felt i had to express my appreciation for the day we spent with Akira. Akira is the most informative,kind, patient and pleasant individual you could wish to meet. He has a great knowledge of Tokyo and took us to his favourite restaurants for lunch and coffee. He showed us the places that tourists would not usually see and tailored the tour to our requirements. He even stayed with us longer than was necessary so that we could meet our next appointment at the correct place and time. I honestly wouldn't look anywhere else if you are looking for a Tokyo guide. Akira will exceed your expectations in every respect and it was a privilege to spend the day with him.

Akira N.

Hello David, Thank you so much for the great review. I knew you had some unpleasant experience before we met on that day. I was hoping that the tour would be something like a silver lining in dark sky, and I am so pleased to know that you really enjoyed the tour. I enjoyed answering your questions, telling you what it is like to be a local in this city. Also, I enjoyed listening to some stories of your life (including the wonderful guitar lesson that you had given by the maestro finger picker...!). I just want you to know that I enjoyed the day just like you did, and it was my pleasure knowing you. I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. See you next time! Akira

David N.

5 / 5

Apr 14, 2026

Personalized Tokyo Journey

Apr 14, 2026

Tokyo

7 hours

“Tokyo Background Tour”

As first time visitors to Japan - first stop Tokyo- my wife and I had a delightful day exploring less frequented neighborhoods, coffee shops and restaurants. We also visited some popular iconic spots as well. Our guide, Akira, was so knowledgeable, thoughtful and candid. We had lots of questions and Akira provided us with some keen insight, history and personal perspective. This visit and Akira’s guidance was perfect for our continued adventure and exploration in Japan.

Akira N.

Dear David, Thank you so much for the great review. I am so glad you enjoyed the day just like I did. Yes, you asked lots of questions, and it was so much fun to answer each of them. Maybe I did ask many questions to you too, and I hope you felt the same as I did. The world is getting chaotic more and more, but meeting someone like you and Dorothee, restores my faith in humanity. See you next time! Peace, Akira

Barbara K.

5 / 5

Apr 11, 2026

Personalized Tokyo Journey

Apr 11, 2026

Tokyo

7 hours

“Another Five Star Review!!!”

My family of five adults had a wonderful time in our first day out in Japan, arriving in Tokyo, and having Akira as our guide. If you read all of his other reviews, there is not a lot to add! We chose Akira, because he would show us the “off the beaten path” side of Tokyo, which he did with much knowledge and experience. We had a marvelous time seeing these special neighborhoods and enjoying their delicious cuisine; be it a rice cracker shop, coffee cafe, or friendly restaurant, everything was wonderful. Akira was so thoughtful and took many family photos of us during the tour that he shared with us. Capturing the beauty of the cherry blossoms and the lovely scenery. He also was helpful in explaining the public transportation system and how to book tickets, something that was a concern before our arrival. His kind nature, thoughtful personality, and extensive knowledge of Tokyo are all reasons to have him as a guide. My family greatly appreciated the time he spent with us and he made our introduction to Tokyo and Japan a very memorable experience.

Akira N.

Dear Barbara, Thank you so much fro the great review. Guiding you was like enjoying family reunion in a holiday season, not only because we have same racial and cultural background, but also I felt something very familiar through you and your beautiful family. It was so much fun to take some pictures capturing moments that you all having great time. I am so glad you love the things that I showed you that day. They are all my favorite spots, they are part of me, and they are something that I miss the most when I am away from Tokyo. I hope that this trip make Japan a kind of spiritual homeland for you. Thank you so much for having me as a guide this time, and thank you so much for another precious moment that make me feel that I will continue this fun job, private guide. See you next time!!! Sincerely, Akira