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Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori
Joined 2019
This tour fits all, from first timers to repeaters who love local experiences. You can choose what you like from spots listed, or I can pick up for you if you don't have clue. Just let me know your preferences. I can make a good combination of old and modern, major and local. Tokyo has a lot more to experience besides the list. As full day tour, please pick up 3 or 4 spots. Or you can request specific spot not on the list. "Enjoy together with fun learning" is what you can expect with me.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel, or your choice in Tokyo 23 wards.
Asakusa, Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise shopping street
Meiji-jingu Shrine surrounded by 100 year forest in the very center
Harajuku, Takeshita street, Omote-sando (architecture paradise), Cat street
Shibuya ScrambleCrossing, Hachi dog statue, Tokyu Food Show
Shibuya Sky is possible upon advanced request for online tickets.
(Web ticket 2,200 JPY/adult)
Tokyo station, East Gardens of Imperial Palace or Nijubashi (double bridge)
Tsukiji Market, Ginza, Kabuki-za theater, Hamarikyu-gardens
Ueno Park (greenery, culture and samurai history), Yanaka local walking
Shinjuku-gyoen gardens, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Observatory, Kabuki-cho, Omoide Yokocho
Tokyo Skytree, Soramachi shopping complex, Pokemon center
Tokyo Tower, Zojo-ji Temple (shogun's temple)
Kappabashi kitchen street, food samples shop, knives
Odaiba (new water front, popular for families and couples), Gundam robot statue, Fuji-TV, Rainbow Bridge
Roppongi Hills, Mori Art Museum, Tokyo Midtown, Roppongi Art Triangle
Sumida boat cruise between Asakusa and Odaiba
A lot more... local towns
Ending Point
At your hotel, or your choice in Tokyo 23 wards.
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 in Tokyo
transportation fee (you and guide), food and drinks (you and guide), entrance fee (you and guide)
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【Major fees on tour day】
For guide, a one-day subway ticket costs 900 yen.
For you, depending on what you have. (Ex. Welcome Suica.) More info below.
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If take Sumida boat cruise :
・Between Asakusa and Odaiba (65min)： adult : 2,000 yen / kids under 12 yo : 1,000 yen
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>Transportation Tips in Tokyo.
If you’re staying in Tokyo for a few days, getting either of below at the airport makes your travel easier. Both require passport to purchase.
●Welcome SUICA for travelers (transportation IC card) is recommended to get around easily in Japan. Conveniently usable in all major cities in Japan.
●Tokyo Subway Ticket（24h / 48h / 72h)
Unlimited travel ticket for Tokyo Metro & Toei Metro (Not available for JR). Best value for Tokyo visitors. But limited line availability.
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For more information for transportation system in Tokyo, refer to my blog.
"What's the best ticket for Tokyo transportation?"
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【Optional】Hired cars
I'm happy to work with hired car you arranged at your end.
Tour Important Information
・This is a walking tour using public transportation. Please wear comfortable shoes.
・Taxi is available occasionally upon your request.
・Please bring some Japanese Yen, because some small shops don't accept credit cards in Japan.
>Tuskiji Market
・Tuskiji Inner Market has moved to Toyosu. But we can still enjoy Tsukiji Outer Market for street food and Sushi restaurants.
・Some shops are closed on Sundays and Wednesdays at Tuskiji Market, due to Toyosu market's holidays.
>Transportation Tips in Tokyo.
If you’re staying in Tokyo for a few days, getting either of below at the airport makes your travel easier. Both requires passport to purchase.
●Welcome SUICA for travelers (transportation IC card) The most convenient. Available in all major cities in Japan.
●Tokyo Subway Ticket（24h / 48h / 72h) Unlimited travel ticket for Tokyo Metro & Toei Metro (*Not available for JR). Best value for Tokyo visitors, but limited availability.
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For more information for transportation system in Tokyo, refer to my blog.
"What's the best ticket for Tokyo transportation?"
Important message from the supplier
- I do tours with a small private group up to 4 people.
- Please kindly make an inquiry for available days on my GWG calendar.
- My tours basically start/end in Tokyo. If you like to start/end outside Tokyo 23 wards, my transportation fee from/to there should be covered. Thank you for understanding.
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 2019
About Tour Guide Kaori S.
Kon-ni-chi-wa. Hello! I'm Kaori, having lived in Tokyo for more than 20 years since I got married with a photographer who lives here. I'm originally from Shizuoka prefecture which has Mt.Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan. I took 2 working-holiday-visa stays in my younger days. One is in Toronto, Canada, and another is Australia touring by motorcycle. One year respectively.
I love travel both international and domestic. That's why I love helping individual travelers rather than group tours, because I myself love travel freely. Love nature, gardens, trekking, greenery, also anime. My favorite is taking you to the off-the-beaten tracks where I love.
As a national government licensed guide, I've got deep knowledge of Japanese culture and history. I really enjoy talking about the way of life with people from different cultures. We see what you like and talk what you are interested in. That's my style. If you don't know what to want, I can help you with that.
I'm happy to make tailor-made tours only for you (up to 4 people) upon your request.
・Half Day (up to 4 hours) : 40,000 JPY
・Full Day (up to 8 hours) : 64,000 JPY
・Extra hour : 8,000 JPY/hour
I'm quite an outgoing person, ( but organized well! ), easy to get along with anybody, including small kids to teenagers. Can't wait to see you soon!
Reviews
“Great tour”
Mrs. Kaori made a tour according to our existing arrangement and we were very happy with it. Mrs. Kaori was very warm, friendly guide that wanted to show us the best of Japan in those few hours. Thank you!
Kaori S.
(78 reviews)Dear Gerda-san, let me express my special gratitude for your consideration and time you took to give me the review of tour for your valuable clients. It was first time for me to meet people from your country. I was so delighted to meeting and talking with them. Thank you for giving me opportunity. I'll be always happy to guide your future clients! With much appreciation, Kaori
“Absolutely the best way to start a trip”
We spent our first day in Japan with Kaori and she provided us with an excellent start to our trip, with information on getting around Tokyo and Japanese culture and history, as well as a great tour. We never would have found our way around to so many places in one day without her. Kaori is kind, enthusiastic, interesting and well informed. Highly recommended.
Kaori S.
(78 reviews)Thank you so much for your kindest feedback on me and my tour! I'm honorned and delighted to accompany persons referred from my guests from the past. Glad you liked The introductory Tokyo mixture of major and my favorites plus navigation for your own time! Please pass hello from Japan to Lynne-san too if you have the opportunity. Hugs and kisses, Kaori
Karen H.
Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori
“One day trip to Mt.Fuji by car”
Kaori san was very kind, prompt & helpful in answering all of our questions prior to arrival. This was our 2nd tour with Kaori San after our great day trip around Tokyo city a few days earlier. Kaori & her husband drove us to numerous wonderful places on the Fuji day tour . We even managed to see Mt Fuji later in the day which was not expected (esp in Sept) but Kaori & her husband knew how much we wanted to see her so made it their mission to show us. Their van was new & immaculate. Her husband Ichiro drove very safely & always made sure we were comfortable. Both Kaori & her husband were wonderful & so accommodating. My bro In law had issues walking & they couldn’t do enough to help him see as much as he could manage. Highly recommend this day trip with Kaori. I would gladly book another trip with Kaori.
Kaori S.
(78 reviews)Thank you VERY much for giving us the warmest review. Also thank you for sharing beautiful photos from our tour! We got lucky to complete our mission, making Mt.Fuji say hello to you! As you already know, she is a friend of mine from my childhood. We were sorry that your brother in law got injured before coming to Japan. However, I felt very fortunate we had a car for Mt.Fuji and he got a nice accompany (my husband) while he could not come with us for some spots. Actually, my husband and I laughed each other after the tour when we found my husband knew about your brother in law better than I did. It seems they had a nice chat while we were away. We were so happy to meet all of you! Truly looking forward to seeing you next time! Hugs and kisses, Kaori
