Tokyo Highlights Day Tour A
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!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
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.
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.
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.
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.
(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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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 and hotel pick-up within 23 wards in Tokyo
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 1,200 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 80 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.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone, Kamakura, and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee.
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 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.
Reviews
Josh S.
“The Art Museum is a hit”
Hi, it's Josh. Thank you for the outing. It's a very nice time. Maybe next year I will go again Take care
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Keiko T.
Josh, I hope you are doing well. Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the tour with me. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't on our side, but I hope you'll have the chance to see a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji when you visit again next time.
Fred F.
“Exceptional overview of Tokyo sights and Japanese cultural experiences with Keiko-San!”
We cannot say enough to properly share our exceptional visit in Tokyo with the guidance and knowledge of our wonderful guide, Keiko-San! We did not just visit all the key sights across Tokyo, but also spent a second day visiting Kamakura at Keiko’s recommendation. The complete experience was more than we could have hoped for. The best part was that Keiko-San provided a local’s Japanese knowledge of the country, and provided a historical education which truly added a complete picture for us as first time visitors to Tokyo and Japan. The very best part for us was that in Keiko-San we had a new local friend who took personal interest in sharing her country and her knowledge with us! This very much helped set the stage for our next several weeks of travel in many other locations as we traveled throughout Japan. She provided a rich background of understanding that we would draw on for several weeks to come throughout Japan. If local knowledge of the historical sights, understanding of the culture, good exposure to food choices and selection of restaurants are important, and effective use of local transportation will make your trip most effective, we can truly recommend Keiko-San can provide exceptional guidance! We were fortunate that we booked her for two full days to begin our Japan travels, and we highly recommend her.
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Keiko T.
Fred, thank you so much for your kind review. The time I spent with you and your wife still remains deep in my heart, and I sometimes recall the wonderful moments we shared at each spot. You are such a wonderful couple, and I learned so much from you both. I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed our time together and that I could be a part of your memorable journey in Japan. I hope you and your wife will have many more wonderful adventures together, and I would be delighted to see you again someday, whether in Japan or somewhere else in the world.
Maureen A.
“A lovely day with Keiko”
Keiko was an excellent guide, adjusted the intinary to meet our interests and was very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited and a lot more besides. We had a great day, ate some great food at We Are The Farm and walked for miles. We learnt how to navigate the trains and saw a huge amount in one day. You are in very safe hands with Keiko who will personalise your tour to meet your interests. Very highly recommended.
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Keiko T.
Maureen and Pete, thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our day together. It was a pleasure to tailor the itinerary to your interests, and I’m glad you got to experience so much of Tokyo — from discovering its food scene to mastering the train system. I hope the skills you picked up will make the rest of your stay in Japan even more enjoyable. It was wonderful showing you around, and I wish you many more memorable experiences on your travels!
$200/ per group
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