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Tokyo Private Tour - Royal dog Hachi
Royal dog Hachi
Tokyo Private Tour - ShinjukuGyoen park
ShinjukuGyoen park
Tokyo Private Tour - Gotokuji temple
Gotokuji temple
Tokyo Private Tour - Gotokuji temple
Gotokuji temple
Tokyo Private Tour - Meiji shrine
Meiji shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - Wedding at Meiji shrine
Wedding at Meiji shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - View from Shibuya Sky
View from Shibuya Sky
Tokyo Private Tour - Shibuya Sky rooftop
Shibuya Sky rooftop
Tokyo Private Tour - Shibuya Sky
Shibuya Sky
Tokyo Private Tour - View from Shibuya Sky
View from Shibuya Sky

Tokyo Now & Then in Western area

Highlights
Tokyo Tour Guide - Kaneo U.

Joined 2017

Kaneo U.
4.99 / 5
(98 reviews)
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Tokyo
Japanese (Native), English
7 hours
Private tour (only you and Kaneo U.)
Up to 6 people

This tour covers the Western Part of Tokyo. Tokyo is a modern metropolitan city built on an ancient Edo, where Tokugawa samurai government was settled. Even now we can find old relics of ancient Edo among truly modern Tokyo streets. Asakusa, Ueno and the Imperial Palace itself are some of the examples. Let’s explore Tokyo with me and find the soul of Japan.

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

09:40 AM

Gotokuji temple

Known as Cats temple or Maneki-neko temple, Gotokuji was founded in 17th century. Cat dolls are from the story that the feudal lord of Hikone, near Kyoto, was saved his life by a cat inviting him with its paw to the temple.

11:20 AM

Shibuya Crossing

Shibuya station is one of the busiest station in Japan. In front of the station, this crossing is always crowded with people. Famous "Royal dog Hachi Statue" also here.

12:50 PM

Meiji Shrine

Meiji Emperor is enshrined here. Even in the middle of Tokyo city, you can feel calm and sacred atmosphere with rich nature.

01:30 PM

Takeshita-dori shopping street

Located near Meiji Shrine, it is famous for its "kawaii" cute fashion goods.

02:40 PM

Shinjuku Kabukicho

Kabukicho is one of the busiest streets in Tokyo, full of shops and izakaya, drink shops. Godzilla Head welcomes you there. A building near the entrance to the street is now famous for its 3D display of a cat.

03:10 PM

ShinjukuGyoen Park

Near Shinjuku station this park is located. It used to be a federal lord, the Naitos' residence. Now it turns into a beautiful garden full of cherry blossom trees, a Japanese traditional pond and other greenery.

Shibuya Sky: additional spot to Shibuya

It stands high near Shibuya station, the top roof of which you can enjoy real 360 degree view of Tokyo. You can see many people crossing at Shibuya Crossing below.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office Observatory Floor: additional spot to Kabukicho

This admission free observatory floor is on the top floor of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office building. You can enjoy wide viewing of Tokyo.

Ending Point

at your hotel

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

What‘s included

guide fee

hotel pick-up fee & transportation fee for guide

What‘s not included

transportation fee :

entrance fee(you and guide):

lunch(you and guide)

extra person fee 3000 yen for adult,1500 yen for kid

Tour Important Information

Please wear comfortable shoes because you will walk a lot.

We can add other optional spots according to your preference.

I can accommodate groups of more than 6 people by an additional fee of 3500 yen for adult and 1750 for kid. Please contact me in advance.

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
Tokyo Tour Guide - Kaneo U.

Joined 2017

Kaneo U.
4.99 / 5
(98 reviews)
Identity Verified
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About Tour Guide Kaneo U.

I’m so excited to have a chance to show you around my favorite spots in Kanagawa prefecture. I was born in Kanagawa. I spent my whole school life, including university, here in Kanagawa. I worked as a high school English teacher here for more than 40 years. I love Kanagawa so much. We have many interesting tourist spots, like Hakone, Kamakura, Enoshima and Yokohama.

I got my tour guide license in English in 2009. I am still an English teacher. To give an interesting and impressive lesson to young high school students, I’ve learnt and gathered many kinds of information. I also have a license to teach social studies, so I have a wide range of knowledge about Japanese culture and history. I’m sure to provide you an interesting tour.

Reviews

Tokyo tour

Kaneo was an excellent guide and companion for our daylong tour of Tokyo. He expertly navigated the city using public transportation and showed us all the major highlights. He was also very flexible with special requests that deviated from our planned itinerary. Would use again!

Eric F.

Kaneo U.

Thank you for your good review. You booked me last December! I really felt happy when I met you after a long period. Like I met an old friend. I also feel happy to know you are satisfied with my guide.

We had an amazing day exploring Hakone with Kaneo, whose knowledgeable, thoughtful, and fun guidance made a seamless itinerary of the ropeway, black eggs, soba, Hakone Shrine, the Open-Air Museum, and stunning views even better.

We had an absolutely fantastic day exploring the Hakone area with Kaneo as our guide. From start to finish, the itinerary was packed with unforgettable experiences, and everything ran seamlessly. Some of the highlights included riding the ropeway, eating the famous black eggs at the volcanic valley, enjoying delicious soba noodles, visiting the beautiful Hakone Shrine, relaxing with coffee while taking in a fabulous view, and exploring the incredible Open-Air Museum. One of the best parts was experiencing every mode of transport Hakone has to offer, which made the day even more fun and memorable. Kaneo was the perfect guide—knowledgeable, polite, funny, and incredibly thoughtful throughout the day. He shared fascinating insights about the area, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. He also turned out to be an excellent photographer, capturing so many wonderful memories for us along the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Kaneo to anyone visiting Hakone. Thank you for making our day such a special and unforgettable experience!

Nicola S.

Kaneo U.

Thank you for good and elaborating review. I feel so happy to know you really enjoyed my guide. I also enjoyed myself by spending time with you and your so smart son. I hope we can meet again someday in the future.

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Yasmin B.

5 / 5
Jun 8, 2026

The "K" in Kaneo stands for "Kind"

Kaneo was such a thoughtful and kind guide. He messaged me before our flight from the U.S. to check on us because there was a typhoon expected in Tokyo as we would be flying. Our flight was delayed and that impacted our dinner reservation we had planned for our first evening. Because I couldn't contact the restaurant while we were flying, Kaneo was willing to call and adjust the reservation for us. Kaneo was very intentional about making sure we went to stores of interest to the kids when we walked around the Ginza area. He found a great stationary story for my daughter and golf store for my son. I was worried about navigating our first train ride in Japan the following day and Kaneo took us to the train station to show us around so we were ready the next morning. We are looking forward to another day with Kaneo when we return to Tokyo before heading home to the U.S.

Yasmin B.

Kaneo U.

Thank you for your kind and good review. I am glad the typhoon didn’t harm your trip too much. I am looking forward to seeing you again in Tokyo soon.

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