Tokyo Highlights! - Eastern and Central Tokyo Full-Day Tour
Joined 2024
Explore Tokyo with a fully customizable private tour tailored to your interests. Whether you're maximizing sightseeing or need a local guide to navigate, translate, and offer personalized recommendations, this tour is perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers. Discover iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and the best places to eat, all while receiving expert advice to make the most of your Tokyo adventure. Let’s create an unforgettable experience just for you!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- Pick up time at your hotel can be customized to match your schedule.
Tokyo Sky Tree
Tokyo Skytree, Japan's tallest structure at 634 meters, offers stunning 360-degree views of Tokyo and beyond, including Mount Fuji on clear days. Visitors can explore two observation decks for unparalleled cityscapes, with the Tembo Deck at 350 meters and the Tembo Galleria at 450 meters. Skytree also features the Solamachi complex, home to 300+ shops, restaurants, an aquarium, and a planetarium, blending modern entertainment with cultural experiences in one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks.
Asakusa
Asakusa is a historic district in Tokyo known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional atmosphere. The centerpiece is Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest and most iconic Buddhist temple, where visitors can stroll through Nakamise-dori, a bustling shopping street filled with traditional snacks, souvenirs, and crafts. Asakusa's blend of old-world charm with modern touches offers a glimpse into Japan's past, with rickshaws, quaint streets, and festivals like Sanja Matsuri, providing a unique cultural experience in the heart of the city.
Ueno
Ueno is a vibrant district in Tokyo, best known for Ueno Park, one of the city’s largest green spaces and a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring. The park is home to several important cultural sites, including the Tokyo National Museum, Ueno Zoo, and numerous art galleries. Nearby, Ameya-Yokocho (Ameyoko) is a lively street market offering everything from street food to unique bargains. Ueno's blend of culture, nature, and local flavor makes it a must-visit for any Tokyo itinerary.
Akihabara
Akihabara is Tokyo’s iconic district for electronics, anime, and gaming culture. Known as a paradise for otaku, it offers countless shops filled with gadgets, anime merchandise, manga, figurines, and collectibles. Key spots include Radio Kaikan and Akihabara Gamers, where fans can dive into pop culture treasures. The area is also famous for its themed cafés, like maid cafés, adding a quirky twist to the experience. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or an anime fan, Akihabara is a must-visit.
Ginza and Tsukiji
Ginza & Tsukiji offer a captivating mix of culture and modern luxury. Start with Tsukiji, where you can visit the serene Tsukiji Honganji Temple, a striking Buddhist temple with unique architectural elements. Explore the vibrant outer market, offering local foods and Japanese culinary ingredients. Then, head to Ginza for upscale shopping, art galleries, and fine dining. This tour perfectly balances the traditional charm of Tsukiji with the sophistication of Ginza’s luxury scene.
Roppongi
Roppongi offers a blend of modern art, architecture, and stunning city views. Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Midtown are cultural hubs, home to attractions like the Mori Art Museum, which showcases contemporary art, and the National Art Center, known for its rotating exhibitions. For breathtaking views of Tokyo, visit the Tokyo City View observatory, offering panoramic vistas, especially beautiful at night. Roppongi’s sophisticated atmosphere makes it a must-visit for art lovers and those seeking Tokyo's modern elegance.
End of Tour
We will finish the Tour in Roppongi. If could also drop you off at your hotel, but this would incur an additional fee. Please inquire if you would like to add this option.
Ending Point
Roppongi (Hotel drop-off available - please message me for details)
Want to personalize this tour?
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
- Hotel pick-up fee
- Guide's transportation for the entire day
- Flexibility to adjust itinerary based on client's interests/needs
- Translation and Interpretation fee
- Transporation fee for the client's group
- Entrances fees to museums and other attractions
- Lunch fee (client's group and guide)
- Snacks/drinks/other costs incurred during the tour
Tour Important Information
We will be walking most of the day so please wear comfortable shoes.
The itinerary is completely customizable based on your needs and interests. Feel free to message me with your ideas and I will provide you with a tailored plan. If you prefer, I can also provide you with several proposals as well so you can choose the itinerary you like best.
If you have dietary restrictions please inform me in advance; I will arrange the lunch and food/snack places of interest accordingly.
Important message from the supplier
I offer a flexible schedule with plenty of room to accommodate your travel plans. I can also modify the tour's itinerary based on your interests. If you have specific places you’d like to visit or things you’d like to see please let me know and I’ll customize the tour to your liking. I can also accomodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. Please feel free to inquire!
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
About Tour Guide Jaime A.
Welcome to Tokyo!
With seven years of experience living in this dynamic city, I’m excited to share my passion for its wonders. As a graduate of the University of Tokyo and fluent in Japanese, English, and Spanish, I offer an insider’s knowledge paired with a traveler’s curiosity. Whether it's uncovering hidden gems by foot or exploring the city’s diverse neighborhoods by train, my tours focus on giving you an authentic Tokyo experience. From quiet local spots to iconic landmarks, I’ll guide you through the unique layers of this city’s rich history and culture.
As a fan of Japanese pop culture—anime, visual kei, fashion, and games—I’m eager to introduce you to Tokyo’s vibrant subcultures. And, of course, no trip is complete without tasting Tokyo’s culinary treasures! Whether it's savoring fresh sushi, indulging in ramen, or sampling street food in Harajuku, I’ll help you discover Tokyo’s best eats. Let’s explore the city’s most captivating sights, flavors, and experiences together!
Reviews
Bradley S.
“Excellent Guide and Tour”
Jamie is an excellence guide, well planned, knowledgeable, friendly and able to alter plans quickly as needed.
Macki W.
“Incredible Tour with such thoughtfulness”
I went to Tokyo with my 12 year old son, so just the two of us. I gave Jaime a few ideas of what we were interested in and he created an incredible custom tour for 10 hours! Then the day before I realized I wanted to start at Tsukiji Market and asked if we could play our itinerary by ear due to not knowing what my son would be able to handle. Jaime was so understanding and accommodating. He gave us tips that helped us throughout our entire trip and I've shared with. Without his help we would have missed so many little stands and stalls and interesting off the beaten path areas. At one point I mentioned how could we get Pokemon cards and he responded that we should go right then as it was on the route to our next stop and had just opened. We were in and out with exactly what we wanted so quickly, all thanks to Jaime. We explored multiple markets, were able to try so many different types of food all with his help and guidance. Our lunch stop I still crave! Jaime has a true appreciation for culture and the history and connection to the older generation. We went to tiny shops run by grandma's that would share stories with us and he would translate. I loved this! Not only did he take us to quiet areas with no tourists, he also took us to the very crowded popular sites. Having Jaime take us through Harajuku was a huge relief, he showed us some great shopping stores and places to eat and the best spot for a view. When we came back to the area it was nice to already feel comfortable. Some of my favorite spots were places Jaime took us to. I wish he could have been with us every day. I highly recommend booking a tour with Jaime and let him guide you, you will have an unforgettable day!
Laura F.
“Fun, Professional and Easy Planning!”
Jaime worked with us to customize his anime/Otaku culture tour to also include some shrines and neighborhood markets. We unfortunately caught a rainy day, but took breaks to duck into shops, and enjoy some tea and snacks. Highly recommend Jaime for his local knowledge, language skills and great communication leading up to the tour.
$282/ per group
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