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Tokyo Private Tour - Kirase Gyoza
Kirase Gyoza
Tokyo Private Tour - Minmin Gyoza
Minmin Gyoza
Tokyo Private Tour - Oya Kanon
Oya Kanon
Tokyo Private Tour - Oya Stone Mine
Oya Stone Mine
Tokyo Private Tour - Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Tokyo Private Tour - Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Tokyo Private Tour - Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Wakayama Bamboo Farm
Tokyo Private Tour - Futaarayama Shrine
Futaarayama Shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - Utsunomiya Castle
Utsunomiya Castle
Tokyo Private Tour - Oriondori
Oriondori
Tokyo Private Tour - Utsunomiya Matsugamine church
Utsunomiya Matsugamine church
Tokyo Private Tour - Location of Utsunomiya
Location of Utsunomiya
Tokyo Private Tour - Nikko Toshogu
Nikko Toshogu
Tokyo Private Tour - Nikko Toshogu
Nikko Toshogu

Tochigi Full Day Tour

Day Trip
Tokyo Tour Guide - Grant A.

Joined 2024

Grant A.
5.00 / 5
(74 reviews)
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Tokyo
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English (Native), Japanese
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8 hours
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Private tour (only you and Grant A.)
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Up to 4 people

Discover Utsunomiya, where delicious gyoza await! Begin in central Utsunomiya with a stroll down Orion Dori, the vibrant shopping street. Stop at Kirasse to taste a variety of gyoza or try local favorites Minmin and Masashi on Gyoza Street. Visit the Utsunomiya Castle Ruins, then explore the Marugame Stone Church and the revered Futaarayama Shrine.


Tour the awe-inspiring Oya Stone Mine and marvel at the Giant Kannon statue.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel (Tokyo)

Utsunomiya Core Course (4 hours)

Futaarayama Shrine – Historic Shinto shrine at the heart of Utsunomiya.


Orion Street – Covered shopping street with local boutiques and snack shops.


Gyoza Lunch – Try Utsunomiya’s famous dumplings at a local restaurant.


Utsunomiya Castle Ruins – Explore the reconstructed castle walls and grounds.


Marugame Church – A unique western-style church known for its striking brick architecture.

Option A: Utsunomiya Extension (4 hours)

Oya Stone Kannon – Giant Buddhist carving set in a dramatic stone cliff.


Oya History Museum (former Oya Mine) – Explore massive underground stone caverns.


Wakayama Bamboo Farm – Walk through a scenic bamboo grove away from the crowds.

Option B: Nikko Toshogu Extension (4 hours)

Nikko Toshogu Shrine – A UNESCO World Heritage site and final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu.


Sacred Bridge (Shinkyo) – Beautiful vermillion bridge marking the entrance to the shrine complex.


Rinnoji Temple – The largest temple in Nikko, known for its grand structure and Buddhist artifacts.

Ending Point

Your Hotel (Tokyo)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Tour Guiding

Japanese/English Interpreting

Hotel Pick up/Drop off within Tokyo 23wards

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What‘s not included

Your rail fare

Guides rail fare

(One way local line is roughly 2000yen from Tokyo or 4000yen by bullet train)

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

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DO NOT CONTACT ME FOR DRIVING SERVICES.

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Important Information – Please Read Before Inquiring


Please read before reaching out. Inquiries should be made with the intent to book a tour.

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Are the tours rail-based?

Yes—tours are primarily rail-based, especially within Tokyo. On the first day, I’ll help you learn the Tokyo rail system, assist with IC card setup, and explain how to navigate confidently.

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Can you book tickets for us?

I don’t handle advance reservations. Most people want to visit places like teamLab, Tokyo Skytree, Shibuya Sky, Studio Ghibli, or the Sumo Lunch in Tokyo. These must be booked separately on your own. I can include these as part of the tour day or drop you off there, but I can’t make bookings on your behalf due to liability issues and platform commission.

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What about Mt. Fuji?

Due to visibility issues and common misunderstandings about access and logistics, inquiries about Mt. Fuji often don’t lead to bookings. A group bus tour is usually the better option.

Cancellation Policy

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Tokyo Tour Guide - Grant A.

Joined 2024

Grant A.
5.00 / 5
(74 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Grant A.

Hello! My name is Grant, and I’ve spent over a decade living and exploring Japan. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, I first came to Japan as a high school exchange student in Inuyama, a historic castle town in Aichi. My love for Japan began early—sparked by childhood games like Pokémon that were released in Japanese before English. That early curiosity grew into a lifelong passion for Japanese language, culture, and history.


I hold an N2 on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, a degree in Asian Studies from a Tokyo university, and I graduated from the Japan Visual Media Translation Academy. I’ve visited all 47 prefectures and explored a wide range of historical sites, shrines, and castles throughout the country. My background in Japanese history helps me provide context that brings depth and meaning to the places we visit—whether it's understanding a centuries-old temple in Kyoto, the story behind a castle ruin, or uncovering the historical layers of a Tokyo neighborhood.


If you’re planning to explore Tokyo, here are some tour options to consider:


One day in Tokyo? The Ginza Line Tour offers a great introduction to the city’s highlights.


Two days? Pair the East Tokyo Tour and West Tokyo Tour to get a well-rounded experience.


Interested in anime? The Anime Tour is flexible and can be tailored to match your specific interests.


For those looking to go beyond the city, I also offer day trips to Nikko, Kamakura, and other nearby destinations.


While most guests book Tokyo-based tours, I also guide in other regions—especially Kyoto, where I’ve visited every World Heritage Site. I regularly lead tours in Osaka, Nara, Nagoya, Hikone, and other locations easily reached by rail. Multi-day and custom tours are available on request.


Full-Day Tour: 40,000 yen (8 hours)

Full-Day Tour Outside of Tokyo: 40,000 yen + transportation


Feel free to get in touch to plan a tour that fits your interests and travel plans.

Reviews

A great Tokyo overview!

My family just finished a 2 day tour with Grant and we couldn’t recommend him enough! Grant is a wealth of knowledge and expertly guided us through both the Eastern and Western sides of Tokyo while also adjusting our itinerary to build in some of our personal requests for shopping, Pokémon Center stops, and a latte art coffee shop that we asked to visit. As a native English speaker, he was very easy to understand. Grant also helped us get familiar with the trains and left us with detailed instructions on how to navigate the train system for our remaining days in Tokyo and beyond. We are so happy that we hired Grant to help us get an introduction to Tokyo, 100% recommend!

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Alfonso S.

5 / 5
Jun 23, 2025

An American guide in Tokyo

We have selected Grant for our stay in Tokyo, and we could be more happy to have done so. He is a very knowledgeable guide with vast experience in the Japanese culture, religion, customs, as well gastronomy and tastes. Were recommend him for English speaking travelers who need to understand this destination and want a kind and intelligent guide. Thanks Grant

Knowledgeable and flexible tour

Native English speaker with years of experience in Japan. Easy to understand and very well informed on History of Japan, Buddism and Shintoism. We navigated the subway easily and went to an inexpensive but great seafood lunch. Grant also helped me shop for things we needed to bring home. Fun day. Arigato!

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