Tokyo Private tour as-you-like
This sample tour covers Tokyo's must-see sports attractions. You can also share your bucket list and requests with me so that I can make a perfect itinerary according to your interests, considering your health condition and your own pace. If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to ask me.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At you hotel lobby
- I'll meet you in the lobby of your hotel in Tokyo.
The Imperial Palace East Gardens
This is the best place to learn about the rich Samurai history. Built on the former site of Edo Castle's innermost defenses, the gardens feature impressive stone walls, historic guardhouses, and the massive foundation of the ancient castle keep. We will explore the Ninomaru Garden, a meticulously designed Japanese stroll garden featuring colorful koi ponds, seasonal flowers (like irises and azaleas), and serene walking paths.
Note; It's closed on Mondays and Fridays. If your tour falls on these days we can visit the Outer Garden of Imperial Palace or another garden you like.
Omotesando, Aoyama
Omotesando is a beautiful avenue lined with zelkova trees on both sides that provides a relaxing atmosphere. It is also lined with refined shops including high-end brand shops, cafés, as well as all sorts of restaurants. It's popular to enjoy walking in the Minami Aoyama district to Roppongi! (1.5km form Omotesando to The National Art Center in Roppongi)
-The Nezu Museum in Aoyama: popular among foreigners not only for its collection but also its amazing garden.
-The National Art Center in Roppongi: designed by the famous architect, Kisho Kurokawa. The restaurant and café in this building are also fantastic!
Asakusa; Nakamise/Sensoji Temple/Asakusa Shrine
One of the most popular tourist destinations. Senso-ji Temple, famous for its huge red lantern is the oldest and biggest Buddhist temple in Tokyo. But do you know that Asakusa-jinja Shrine is in the same grounds? You can learn about the coexistence of Buddhism and Shintoism here. You can buy traditional Japanese souvenirs at the shopping arcade called Nakamise.
Food Tour/Lunch in Asakusa
Asakusa has recently become a hot spot for trendy, social-media-worthy desserts, including famous viral treats like sweet potato crème brûlée (Satsumaimo Brûlée). Visitors can enjoy a variety of visually stunning and delicious sweets that are perfect for Instagram, such as:
-Satsumaimo Brûlée (Sweet Potato Crème Brûlée): A roasted Japanese sweet potato topped with a rich custard cream and torched to create a crispy, caramelized sugar crust.
-Matcha Gelato & Parfaits: Vibrant green tea desserts layered with soft-serve ice cream, mochi, and sweet bean paste, offering striking color contrasts for photos.
-Colorful Fruit Mochi & Dango: Fresh strawberries and seasonal fruits wrapped in soft rice cakes or served on skewers, blending traditional flavors with modern aesthetic appeal.
-Creative Strawberry Sweets: Photogenic specialty treats like strawberry skewers dipped in shiny sugar glaze (*Tanghulu*) or topped with creamy sweet toppings.
Of course you can also enjoy traditional ones. Also, any kind of meals are available in this neighborhood.
Ginza
Well known for good restaurants and long-established department stores. Basement floors of those departmentsstores are full of beautiful sweets, food and prepared dishes, which have captured the eyes and hearts of many foreign tourists.
You can easily experience traditional Japanese theater at the famous Kabukiza Theatre, which offers single-act tickets for a quick cultural glimpse.
End of the tour
I'll leave you after giving you tips on how to hang out in this neighborhood on your own after the tour.
Ending Point
At the final destination or your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
-Making your original itinerary if necessary
-Guide fee
-Guide's transportation fee
-Hotel pick-up (in Ward 23 in Tokyo)
-Transportation fee for you
-lunch for you and guide
-entrance fee for you and guide (if any)
Tour Important Information
This is a walking tour. Please join my tour with comfortable shoes for walking. This tour is customizable. I'm always flexible and open to your preferences. I'm happy to create a special itinerary exclusively for you. Just let me know your thoughts, and I will make a perfect itinerary for you.
If you have any concerns about the tour, please let me know in advance. It's my pleasure to do my homework to get rid of your anxiety.
I'd recommend you carry a decent amount of Japanese Yen with you. You can use this for transportation, snacks, souvenirs, etc. Some small shops in Tokyo are cash-only, though most shops and restaurants accept credit cards.
Important message from the supplier
*I'm always flexible and open to your preferences. Please let me know your interests so that I can create a perfect itinerary for you.
*I'm happy to guide you outside Tokyo if you kindly cover my transportation fee and accommodation when needed.
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
About Tour Guide Mayumi H.
Hi, I’m your guide, Mayumi. I've been a nationally licensed tour guide for 10 years. With my long experience teaching Japanese history as well as English at a major cram school, I'm sure I can help you learn Japanese culture, history, and traditions. I love hanging out in the nature, such as scuba diving, riding uphill, and hiking in the wilderness. It's also my pleasure to guide you to not only Central Tokyo but also the calm, beautiful rural areas. Let me know your interests, I'll make the best tour for you. Please contact me. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!
Reviews
Simona I.
“Great guide!”
Mayumi was very prepared and had discussed at length our requirements well before we met up for the three days we spent with her. She made sure that we had little or no issues with managing my sister's wheelchair and we enjoyed the itinerary immensely. Thank you Mayumi!
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Mayumi H.
Hi Simona, thank you so much for posting such a great review for me. It was actually a great experience for me to be with you for three days. I was moved to see your sister enjoying life while being considerate of those around her even in a wheelchair. I was also moved by your warm heart and dedicated support for your sister. Thank you for including me in your assistance. I learned a lot from you two. I hope our paths will cross again in the future. Have a lovely life! Best regards, Mayumi
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Tanya H.
“2nd tour with Mayumi”
Mayumi was our tour guide back in 2018 and we had such a great time with her that we rebooked her when we visited Japan this May. Let me just say that she is by far the best tour guide we ever had. She has a great personality and energy, is knowledgeable, and knows all the special spots to see. Our family of three really enjoyed having her show us around. She met us at our hotel and together we used the subway to get around. She even helped us reserve our seats for our train to Kyoto. I highly recommend her for any tour in Japan. The Hartleys from San Francisco, California
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Bridget H.
“Modern Tokyo Highlights”
We had a great tour with Mayumi seeing a lot of modern Tokyo highlights. She was very responsive to all of our pre-tour questions and adjusting the itinerary. She also took special care to help find a lunch place that could accommodate my dietary restrictions (gluten and shellfish allergies). We saw so much and she knew all the best routes to get between locations and shared so much helpful information with us along the way.
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Mayumi H.
Hi Bridget, thank you for posting such a great review for me. I really appreciate it! The first thing that comes to mind when I think of you is that you two are very good photographers. I can imagine that you are busy making an album of this Japan tour. I'd like to see it when you come back to me in the future. There are still many other things you should take pictures in Tokyo, and excursions from Tokyo would be nice next time. I'll keep finding good restaurants for you. Looking forward to our next adventure! Kind regards, Mayumi
$548/ per group
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[Highlights]Tokyo famous sightseeing spot
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