Private one-day tour using subway in Tokyo
Joined 2019
Looking for a cheerful and knowledgable guide who tells you history or background of each spot? Wouldn't you like to know a bit more than what are written in your guide book? If you say "yes", why not choose this tour? According to your interest and requests I'll make a perfect itinerary only for you! You need not to worry about the complicated subway system. I'll take you to must-see places in Tokyo efficiently and economically using subways. Enjoy your stay just like a Tokyoite with me!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or anywhere you like
Imperial palace plaza / Higashi-gyoen garden ( traces of traditional Japanese castle like fortified tower, great gate, moats etc)
Meiji shrine (traditional Shinto shrine in a deep forest, huge Torii gate, sake barrels as offering)
Harajuku (fashion capital for teenagers), cat street (trendsetting boutiques) & Omote-sando (Stylish fashion/Architectures)
Shibuya (famous crossing / loyal Dog "Hachi"'s statue )
Asakusa (Senso-ji Buddhist temple, Nakamise shopping arcade )
Ending Point
Anywhere you like in Tokyo 23 wards
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, hotel pick-up in central Tokyo area
transportation fee (you and guide) : about 1000 yen/ person, lunch, entrance fee if needed
Tour Important Information
It's a private tour only for you! That means you can change the itinerary freely & flexibly.
We'll use public transportation and walk a lot, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
I recommend you to have some Japanese cash. International credit cards are unavailable at ticket machines for trains and subways and at some small local shops.
If you are going to enjoy shopping, it would be better to take your passport with you because you can get tax-free by showing your passport under certain conditions.
[What to expect]
Tokyo is an exciting city with lots of nice spots. But it would be a bit difficult for first-time visitors to go to several places using the convenient but very complicated transportation system. You can count on me! I'll take you destinations efficiently while giving you information about each spot's background, history and Japanese culture, customs, traits, religions, art, everyday life and so on. Let's enjoy exploring Tokyo together!
Important message from the supplier
See the calendar for availability
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 2019
About Tour Guide Jolly S.
Hello! I'm Jolly, government-licensed guide with over 10-year experience of guiding foreign guests from around 40 countries. Are you looking for a friendly and knowledgable guide to talk with a lot? Are you interested in history and clues to understand Japanese culture? If you say "yes", why don't you join my tour?
Tokyo is a wonderful city having various aspects. With its 400-year history, Tokyo has a lot of traditional spots like splendid Buddhist temples and serene Shinto shrines. You can also find beautiful traditional Japanese gardens. On the other hand, Tokyo never stops changing. Every year new spots emerge and trend-conscious people enjoy visiting sophisticated shopping districts. Various types of amusement are available from digital art museums to cat cafes. And another very important point is Tokyo is full of delicious food!
I love Tokyo and I'd be happy if I could help to make your stay in Tokyo more enjoyable. I'll take you various spots including both traditional and modern ones according to your requests. I really like to talk with my guests about various topics like Japanese culture, religions, history, art, food, everyday life of Japanese etc...
I'm looking forward to seeing and guiding YOU soon!
Reviews
“Perfect for 1st time visitors!”
Jolly was an exceptional guide! She is warm, friendly, informative and very helpful. She allowed us to customize our itinerary like going to a cat cafe and shop at different shops. We never felt rushed or unorganized. She knows Japan, and made us feel welcome while still being very professional. You are in good hands with Jolly! Highly recommend.
Jolly S.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! I felt sorry about my mistake on the train ticket although you kindly mentioned you’d never felt unorganized. You’re super kind and tolerant. I feel very happy to hear you seem satisfied with my tour. I myself quite enjoyed experience with you like a kind of a digital zoo museum and making a customized cute stamp at Harajuku! Again thank you for sharing your precious time with me. I wish you and your family a happy & wonderful new year!!
“The best guide we have met”
Jolly is first and foremost a knowledgeable guide, who can customize the tour experience to the best, she is also a kind and understanding person, that understands tour needs, and responds in the most caring way. Going on a tour with Jolly was like meeting an old friend in a new city. We will look for Jolly again next time in Tokyo.
Jolly S.
Oh...your warm wards are just too much for me because the tour was a very short one. You are so kind to write this heartfelt review. I myself really enjoyed the tour watching the beautifully lit-up Tokyo station with a charming guest. Thank you so much for finding me and sharing the precious time in Tokyo with me. Please fully enjoy the rest of your stay!!
“Ginza Architectural tour”
Jolly is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide with a deep interest and understanding of the various architectural landmarks in Ginza. She was very well prepared and we passed a very pleasant afternoon in her company strolling and admiring many sites in this famous neighborhood. Well known for it’s luxurious brands, it was wonderful to have this added dimension to our stay. I highly recommend Jolly, she was very nice to be with and clearly enjoys sharing her interest in both art and architecture with visitors to this wonderful city. Thank you for creating a memorable experience for us Jolly!
Jolly S.
Wow! Thank you so much for this hearty review!! As you mentioned, I was really happy to be able to share my own love and interest in architecture and art with you two. You both are full of intellectual curiosity and well understood my explanations. I quite appreciate you letting me join you two. I myself had a wonderful time with you! Take care and keep fully enjoying your stay in Japan. Jolly
$351/ per group
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