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Tokyo Highlights (Car+Driver+Guide) Luxury & Time Saving
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Joined 2024
Discover Tokyo's vibrant heart on a 4-hour guided tour, fully customizable to your interests, with a private car, driver, and guide. Start at Hongan-ji Temple and Tsukiji Market, savoring local delicacies, then enjoy city views from Tokyo Tower. With private transport, move quickly between spots, saving time and energy by avoiding parking and walking. This tour offers a seamless experience of Tokyo's history, culture, and modern sights—perfect for an unforgettable journey
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Tokyo Station - Yaesu Exit
- Yaesu Exit side, In front of DIMARU Department. (Details are given directly through WhatsApp when our phone numbers are accessible each other--2 days in advance of the tour)
Fish market (Tsukiji)+ Tsukiji Honganji-Temple
Our tour begins at the stunning Tsukiji Honganji Temple, a unique Buddhist temple with architectural influences from India. After admiring its intricate design and learning about its rich history, nextly, we’ll dive into the lively Tsukiji Outer Market, where you’ll explore a world of fresh seafood, local delicacies, and authentic street foods. Stroll through the bustling stalls, sample seasonal treats, and discover the flavors.
Lunch Restaurant in Tsukiji Market
Enjoy fresh seafood & Shushi at one of the popular Sushi restaurants.
Moving to Tokyo Tower by Private Car
Tokyo Tower Sightseeing
Tokyo Tower is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, standing 333 meters tall. Built in 1958, it served as a television broadcasting tower and offers visitors stunning panoramic views of Tokyo from its observation decks. The tower is inspired by the Eiffel Tower and remains a symbol of Japan's post-war rebirth. It’s a must-see for anyone visiting the city.
Zojyoji-Temple
Zojoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located near Tokyo Tower. Founded in 1393, it is the main temple of the Jodo sect in the Kanto region. Zojoji served as the family temple for the Tokugawa shogunate, and several of the Tokugawa shoguns are buried here. The temple grounds offer a serene atmosphere, with traditional architecture surrounded by modern Tokyo. It’s a perfect spot to experience Japan’s rich history and culture.
Driving to the End Point
At the end of the tour, we’ll drive you to Shimbashi Station, the nearest convenient station, or any other station of your choice.
Ending Point
Shinbashi Station/or nearest JR station, around 14:00
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
Professional guide fee
Private transportation in a comfortable Toyota Lexus sedan up to 2 people. Boxy for up to 4-5people, Alphard for luxuary Van including pick-up and drop-off ,Gasoline and short distance toll fees
(Long distance out side Tokyo needs extra fee for Gas and Toll fee)
Food & drink expenses
Entrance fee for Tokyo Tower (Main Deck 1500 yen for Adult, 900 Yen for Child ) Skytree, etc.
- Long-distance toll fees (example: trips to/from the airport or other distant locations)
Tour Important Information
If you need to carry suitecases or larger luggages, size of the VAN needs to be changed. Please send a message to make sure the right size of VAN shall be chosen. For larger VAN additional fee will be needed.
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 Ken T.
Certified Domestic Tour Conductor — ensuring safe, smooth, and memorable travel in Japan.
Hello! My name is Ken (Kenichi), and I’m a professional tour guide specializing in private car tours throughout Tokyo and nearby regions. As of Dec 2025, I’ve guided over 1,700 foreign travelers (370+ tours), offering comfortable, customized experiences by car.
In addition to my experience, I am officially certified as a Licensed Domestic Tour Conductor (Itinerary Control Manager) under Japan’s Travel Agency Law. This nationally recognized qualification ensures that I can professionally manage itineraries, prioritize safety, and provide worry-free travel experiences — the same standards required for group tours operated by major Japanese travel companies.
With over 30 years of work experience in both Japanese and international companies in Tokyo, I’ve gained deep insights into the city and its hidden gems. I’m also an avid traveler, having visited famous destinations across Japan and more than 40 countries worldwide.
I understand the challenges many first-time visitors face in Japan, especially when navigating the busy and complex city of Tokyo. That’s why I focus on private car tours, which allow you to explore more places in less time, all in comfort and without the stress of public transportation. My tours are fully customized to your needs and include a dedicated driver — my wife — who remains on standby nearby, allowing us to move smoothly and efficiently without relying on taxis or trains.
Whether you’re looking for iconic landmarks, quiet gardens, or local culture, I’ll create an efficient and enjoyable itinerary just for you.
I look forward to making your visit to Japan safe, smooth, and deeply rewarding.
Reviews
Ann F.
“What a wonderful introduction to Tokyo - both day and night”
I simply cannot convey enough positive comments about Ken T. and his wife who introduce a friend and me to Tokyo during mid-February. Ken responded immediately via gowithguide.com regarding my booking request and follow up questions. He provided all information necessary for our outings. Impressively, when my arrival in Tokyo was delayed by a day due to an airline delay, he offered to take my friend and me out the next night and the following day. We were so very grateful for his flexibility. Ken provided wonderful photography opportunities to us for both night and day photography. The resulting photos will serve as wonderful memories for many years!!! In addition, Ken's car was immaculate; his wife was a very safe driver; and the entire experience was FABULOUS. I highly recommend Ken!
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Ken T.
Dear Anna, Thank you so very much for your incredibly kind and generous review. Your words truly mean a great deal to both my wife and me. It was our absolute pleasure to introduce you to Tokyo — both by day and night. Guiding passionate photographers like you is always a special experience for us. We are delighted that the images you captured will serve as lasting memories for many years to come. After Tokyo, did you enjoy your tours in Nagano and Hokkaido? We were thinking of you, especially knowing that winter wildlife photography can be quite challenging in the cold. I hope the weather cooperated and that you were able to capture some truly spectacular shots. I can only imagine how wonderful your results must be. If you ever return to Japan with your camera again, we would be honored to guide you. Warmest regards,Ken
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Karen J.
“Tokyo Highlights with Ken!”
Ken is an absolute pro - and so accommodating! This is our second tour with him on this trip and he was amazing. Careful planning, listening to our needs and requests and so knowledgeable. Would recommend him to helping to make magic in Tokyo! He knew what to recommend and was very thoughtful to the group (ages 25-80) and we all had fun! Thank you, Ken!
Ken T.
Dear Karen, Thank you so much for your wonderful second review — I truly appreciate it! It was such a pleasure guiding you and your lovely family again in Tokyo. I’m very happy to hear that everyone — from your mother to your daughter — enjoyed the tours and had fun together. Your family’s kindness and positive energy made the two days very special for me as well. I’m so glad that we could share the beauty of Tokyo’s autumn and create some memorable moments together. Please take care, and I sincerely hope to see you all again in Japan someday! Warm regards, Ken
Karen J.
“Tokyo Sights”
Ken was amazing! Preplanning, he was really responsive and offered suggestions. This was particularly important on the two separate tours I took with him because we had our elderly mom and young adult daughter so he helped devise a plan that was meaningful to everyone. He is very knowledgeable about the sites you visit and very aware and was considerate of everyone’s pace.
Ken T.
Dear Karen, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I truly appreciate your kind words and the time you took to share your experience. I’m very happy to hear that you and your family — especially your mother and daughter — enjoyed the tours and that the pace was comfortable for everyone. Tokyo’s autumn colors were just starting to show their beauty, and I hope you were able to feel the charm of the season while exploring the city. It was a real pleasure guiding you all, and I sincerely hope our paths will cross again in the future. Wishing you and your family all the best! Warm regards, Ken
$440/ per group
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