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Tokyo Highlights Day Tour A

Kaminari-mon Gate at Sensoji

Tokyo Skytree

The site of Edo Castle was situated

Replica of Edo Castle's Tower

Cherry Blossoms in East Garden

Tokyo Highlights Day Tour A

Highlights

Joined 2024

Keiko T.

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Tokyo

English, Japanese (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Keiko T.)

Up to 10 people

Downtown Tokyo has many attractive spots, but it is too large to visit them all in one day. On this tour, we will visit the must-see spots located on the eastern side of the downtown Tokyo.

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 in Tokyo

09:30 AM

Tokyo Station Plaza and East Gardens of Imperial Palace

◆Tokyo Station Plaza is the open space in front of Tokyo Station on the Marunouchi side. It combines modern design with the historic red-brick station building. The wide, open layout creates a calm and elegant atmosphere in the heart of the city.

◆The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace are a peaceful public garden located on the former site of Edo Castle. You can see beautiful seasonal plants and historic remains such as stone walls and foundations. The Ninomaru area features a traditional Japanese garden with a pond, offering a quiet and scenic atmosphere.

Please note that the East Garden is closed on Mondays and Fridays. Additionally, some Tuesdays are closed when the previous Monday is a national holiday.

As an alternative, we may join the Imperial Palace Public Tour by the Imperial Household Agency on Fridays. If we choose this option, we may have to get there before 9:00 am, and the tour will end at 11:15 am.

11:00 AM

Tsukiji Outer Market

The Tsukiji wholesale market moved to Toyosu in 2018, but the 90-year-old outer market is still very busy and attracts many people. We will walk around the outer market for shopping, snacking, and having lunch.

12:50 PM

Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo Skytree has been an iconic structure since 2012. We can have a splendid view of Downtown Tokyo from the 350-meter or 450-meter observation decks. On a sunny, clear day, we may be able to see Mt. Fuji from there.

02:00 PM

Sensoji and Asakusa Area

The Kaminari-mon Gate of Sensoji is one of the most photogenic spots in Tokyo for tourists, making it a must-see location without a doubt. Along Nakamise Street, you'll find numerous souvenir shops offering great gifts for your friends and family. Exploring this town reveals many more delights to enjoy. Asakusa has long been and continues to be a bustling district that attracts many visitors.

03:40 PM

(1) Ginza / (2) Akihabara

On the way back to the center of Downtown Tokyo, we will stop by Ginza or Akihabara for shopping. You can choose either one depending on your interests.

Ending Point

At your hotel or any place of your choice

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee and hotel pick-up within 23 wards in Tokyo

What‘s not included

Transportation fee (for you and your guide)

Food and drink (for you and your guide)

Entrance/ Admission Fee (for you and your guide)

*The public transportation cost using JR and subways is typically between 1,000 and 2,000 yen per person, depending on the location of your hotel. For an exact fare, please refer to the "Japan Transit Planner" website.

Tour Important Information

*This walking tour involves approximately 25,000 steps. Please wear comfortable and casual walking shoes.

* This walking tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

*This walking tour may not be offered for those who are over the age of 70 years old, especially having trouble walking long distance, unless they agree to use a taxi for transportation between destinations when necessary.

* This walking tour is not wheelchair accessible.

*Please purchase Tokyo Skytree tickets for yourself, your group members and your guide in advance from the official Tokyo Skytree website.

PLEASE NOTE: If you do not purchase the tickets in advance and wish to buy them on the day of the tour, on-site purchase may be possible, but availability is not guaranteed and the price will be slightly higher.

*Lunch options include a sushi restaurant in Tsukiji or a Japanese restaurant in Asakusa. The estimated cost is around 3,000 to 5,000 yen in Tsukiji and about 2,000 yen in Asakusa.

*Pick-up service will not be provided for those staying outside Tokyo, including Yokohama.

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 2024

Keiko T.

4.95 / 5

(44 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Keiko T.

Hello. I am Keiko, a nationally licensed tour guide for English-speaking tourists. I love traveling to new places, experiencing different cultures, and meeting new people. When I was young, I embarked on a long journey to explore more about my life. I settled in a small town in Illinois, USA, enjoying a new life while studying at the state university, and then moved to Florida to work for a while.

After coming back to Japan, I have been working in downtown Tokyo since 2008, mainly as a translator and sometimes as an interpreter in various fields, including central government offices, TV stations, and a university. Seeing the increased opportunities around the Tokyo Olympics 2020, I transitioned into the tourism industry and am currently working as a tour guide, basically giving day tours of downtown Tokyo, Fuji & Hakone, Kamakura and Nikko.

I love meeting people from different backgrounds, talking with them, and learning new things. That's why I enjoy hosting guests from abroad who want to explore Japan. Many local people helped me during my journey, and now it's time for me to give back. Come and meet me here; I will show you around amazing places in Japan.

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Lauren F.

5 / 5

Apr 25, 2026

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