Tokyo is simply magnificent. This is the definite metropolis that you can't know what really it is just through tour books. Tokyo is a place where the modern technology, and Japan's unique old tradition, myth coexist harmoniously. This tour is made mainly for the first comers who have few idea of what will be like traveling Japan.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in the central Tokyo area,
Historical places such as Sensoji temple, Ueno park, Meiji shrine.....
Modern places such as Shinjyuku, Akihabara, Shibuya, Harajyuku...
Traditional garden such as Hamariku-garden , Kiyosumi-garden...
Great architectures such as in Ueno, Harajyuku .......
Ending Point
At your hotel in the central Tokyo area
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee.
(1) Admission fee for yours and guide's
(2) Lunch fee for yours and guide's
(3) Transportation charge for yours and the guide's
(4) Meeting you at and escorting you to your hotel in central Tokyo is no charge. However, in rare case , extra charge can be charged depend on the accessibility
(1) Since this is walking tour, please bring your best shoes easy to walk.
Also please do not bring your luggage.
Small back pack would be nice, if you need to.
(2) We can use taxi, but I'm sorry, it will be your account..
We may walk a lot so wear flat shoes .
Please note there are few area even in Tokyo where I have difficulty to get to your place.
KON-NICHI-WA (Hello) I’m Mitsuru (Mark) Sakai .
I was born in Hokkaido, the north part of Japan.
I moved to Seattle, USA when I was five and the name MARK was given by my classroom teacher then. It was also when I started to learn English, though it was a kid English, still I may using.
I came back to Japan when I was eleven and I experienced difficulties adjusting to new circumstances.
It was tough one.
Though, It forced me to notice the differences and similarities between the two countries.
Definitely these experiences became my precious back bone to be a tour guide still today.
My favorite subject is Japanese history especially regarding Shintoism, Buddhism and samurai-culture.
Also, since I studied architecture in university, I' m happy to introduce you our unique buildings and structures on the way.
However, my most favorite thing above all is to make your trip ever enjoyable.
I’d like to make you feel relaxed, safe and secured.
I wish I could see you someday soon..
Thank you.
Mitsuru Mark Sakai.
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.
Harnek K.
“Tokyo Private Guide Tour”
Very Helpful, Showed us the main areas as well as the rural areas that show the amazing beauty of Japan.
Mitsuru(mark) S.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure spending time with you—hope to see you again in Japan! By the way, did you go to Kamakura the other day and have a nice time?
James R.
“A wonderful day in Tokyo with Mark!”
Mark was a fantastic guide for our day in Tokyo. He took the time to understand our interests and tailored the tour accordingly. His deep knowledge of Japanese history, combined with personal stories and local insights, brought the city to life. We had a truly memorable day and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Tokyo.
Dan C.
“Day trip around Tokyo”
Mark was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Any requests we had were easily met.
Mitsuru(mark) S.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was truly a pleasure to be your tour guide. I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour, and I hope you had a wonderful time during the rest of your stay in Japan as well.
$307/ per group