Tokyo Private & Custom Local Guide Tour – 1-Day Luxury Experience
I offer fully customized tours to suit each guest's preferences and interests. Our goal is to provide an enjoyable and comfortable experience of Japan at your own pace, whether you seek sightseeing, local cuisine, cultural activities, or nature exploration.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel Pickup (within Tokyo 23 wards)
- Your English-speaking guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. The tour starts with a brief overview and adjustment of the day's plan based on your interests and the weather.
Meiji Shrine & Harajuku
Begin in the peaceful Meiji Shrine, a beautiful forested escape in central Tokyo. Afterwards, walk through Harajuku’s lively Takeshita Street for colorful fashion and unique snacks.
Shibuya Scramble Crossing & Hachiko
Just a short ride from Harajuku, visit the world-famous intersection and meet Hachiko, the loyal dog. Enjoy the modern Shibuya atmosphere and perhaps visit a rooftop view spot like Shibuya Sky.
Local Lunch
Choose from sushi, wagyu, tempura, or modern Japanese. Recommendations available based on your taste and dietary needs.
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Street (Asakusa)
Travel across the city to historic Asakusa. Visit Tokyo’s oldest temple and explore traditional souvenir shops and street food stalls along Nakamise Street.
15:30 – Optional Stops (Time & Interest Based)
Choose one of the following to end the day with a stunning view or unique experience:
・Tokyo Skytree – Near Asakusa, easy access, tallest tower in Japan
・Tokyo Tower – Classic Tokyo view, more romantic and iconic
・teamLab Planets – Interactive art museum in Toyosu (requires 1–1.5h)
Ending Point
Drop-off at your preferred location within Tokyo’s 23 wards or at the airport
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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
・Private vehicle(Toyota Raize or Alphard)
・Driver
・Fuel costs
・Highway toll fees
・Pick-up and drop-off service at your preferred location within Tokyo’s 23 wards or at the airportHighway toll fees
・Lunch: Approximately 10 USD per person (including the guide)
・Parking Fee: Approximately 1,000 to 2,000 JPY
・Entrance Fee: Approximately 500 to 1,500 JPY (varies depending on the facility)
Tour Important Information
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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 Kota A.
Hello everyone! My name is Kota.
After graduation from a university in Japan I spent a year in Vancouver, Canada, on a working holiday. While working as a server at a sushi restaurant, I had many opportunities to interact with guests who loved Japan, while also learning about Canadian culture from them. Those experiences became truly meaningful to me, and now I would like to take on that role here in Japan—sharing the beauty of my country with visitors and creating unforgettable memories together.
Tokyo is a world-famous metropolis, but beyond its well-known landmarks, it is full of hidden gems that are less crowded and waiting to be discovered. I would be delighted to explore such places with you and do my very best to make your trip to Japan a wonderful experience.
Since I am originally from Hiroshima, I am also very familiar with Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. I would be happy to give you helpful advice if you plan to visit those areas. And if our schedules align, I would love to guide you around my hometown Hiroshima, as well as Shiga where I spent my student years, or even Kyoto and Osaka. Please feel free to reach out anytime!
I enjoy watching soccer (especially Manchester United!), and I also like beer and whisky.
I’m really looking forward to meeting you all :)
Reviews
Alex H.
“Great trip with Naoki”
We had an incredible day tour with Naoki. Friendly, personable, and extremely accommodating, he showed us beautiful highlights of Tokyo and made the trip memorable.
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Kota A.
Dear Alex, Thank you for the review and your warm messages! I will tell him about the time you shared together. If you have an opportunity to come to Japan next time I'd be happy to help you;) Look forward to seeing you soon. Kota
David P.
“good but not great”
Sadly our guide was ill on the day of the tour so he arranged a friend to look after us. Unfortunately, the friend wasn't a tour guide so we did miss some of the opportunity to get the most of the session. It should be noted that the friend tried really hard and was very helpful, but not a trained guide. Time got away from us as well so we missed a couple of our key sites. We certainly benefitted from the friend's experience on the train network, but we felt that we paid far more than what we should have.
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Kota A.
Dear David, Thank you very much for sharing your valuable feedback, and I sincerely apologize again for the sudden change. If you ever have the opportunity to visit Japan again, I would be very happy to welcome you on another tour. I would truly appreciate the chance to provide you with a better experience next time. If you have any additional questions or feedback, please feel free to reach out anytime. Thank you again for your valuable insights. Kota
Peter S.
“Japan family tour in Tokyo ”
It was very enjoyable having him with us and guiding us through our first day in the city.
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Kota A.
Dear Peter, I know traveling by public transportation in a new country can sometimes feel unfamiliar, but I hope you felt it was a wonderful day. Thank you very much! I look forward to seeing you again ;) Kody
$513/ per group
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