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Tokyo West in a Day

Highlights
Tokyo Tour Guide - Rene F.

Joined 2025

Rene F.
4.63 / 5
(8 reviews)
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Tokyo
English, French, Japanese (Native)
6 hours
Private tour (only you and Rene F.)
Up to 8 people

This is not a tour about checking off sights.

It’s a journey through the spaces between people and places in West Tokyo.


From quiet forests to culture-filled streets,

from the pulse of modern Tokyo to neighborhoods where life slows down—

you walk not as a tourist, but as a temporary local.


Your guide is not a narrator, but a companion.

Through conversation, pauses, and shared moments,

the day naturally becomes your own Tokyo story.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel Lobby in Tokyo

- our guide will meet you in the lobby or at the main entrance. We begin at a relaxed pace, adjusting to your comfort and the rhythm of the day.

09:30 AM

Meiji Shrine — Entering the Forest

Step into a deep forest hidden in the center of the city.

Here, the focus is not on sightseeing, but on sensing the space.

Your guide shares why Japanese people come to shrines, how Shinto shapes daily life, and what “quiet” means in Japanese culture.

11:00 AM

Shimokitazawa — Where Culture Is Born

Vintage shops, small bookstores, independent cafés.

Shimokitazawa is a place where personal taste creates culture.

As you walk through backstreets, your guide explains why creativity continues to grow here — not from trends, but from individuality.

12:30 PM

Local Lunch — Eating Everyday Tokyo

Lunch at a locally loved restaurant, not designed for tourists.

Through food, you experience how Tokyo residents eat, relax, and connect in daily life.

02:00 PM

Shibuya Crossing — The Present Moment of Tokyo

Thousands move at once, then disappear again.

More than a famous crossing, this is a symbol of speed, anonymity, and coexistence.

Your guide helps you read this scene as a reflection of modern Japanese society.

02:30 PM

Daikanyama — Space to Breathe

A calm, refined neighborhood where people focus on living well rather than fast.

Enjoy a short café break while reflecting on the day — connecting the quiet beginning with the vibrant middle and gentle ending.

Ending Point

Your preferred drop-off location in Tokyo

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

・Friendly local English-speaking guide

・Fully customizable itinerary

・Restaurant and facility reservation support (if needed)

What‘s not included

・Lunch cost (including the guide’s meal)

・Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, shopping)

・Entrance fees (if applicable): ¥0–¥1,200

・Public transportation costs

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 - Rene F.

Joined 2025

Rene F.
4.63 / 5
(8 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Rene F.

KONNICHIWA! I am Rene. I studied commerce and marketing at university and have already graduated. I also studied abroad in France, where I was deeply inspired by the positivity and openness of people from different cultures. Through that experience, I discovered the joy of connecting with others beyond language and cultural barriers.


Now, as a guide in Japan, I hope to share the authentic beauty and warmth of this country with visitors from around the world, while supporting and inspiring them during their journey!!!

Reviews

Temples, neighbourhoods, food and shopping: East Tokyo

Thank you very much to Rene for a great first day in Tokyo and in Japan. I had a tight schedule and wanted to make the most of my day. Rene guided me to four sights and more, without being rushed, and with plenty of time to absorb everything. She is a happy and extrovert personality. And was eager to share her knowledge and thoughts/ contrast Japanese culture with European. She was also able to help me with shopping for gifts. And practical advice, such as how to find your way around the Tokyo public transport system. And she clearly has good knowledge of great restaurants, that are real Japanese traditional places, with delicious food. Thank you for a great day out.

Andrew B.

Rene F.

Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure spending your first day in Tokyo with you. I’m so glad we were able to make the most of your time and that you enjoyed the sights, culture, food, and shopping. I really appreciated our conversations and your perspective as well. I hope the rest of your trip in Japan was wonderful, and I would be delighted to guide you again in the future. Warm regards, Rene

Multiple Tours with Go With Guide

On a solo trip to Tokyo, I was fortunate to book a couple of tours with GoWithGuide. I went on tours with Rene, with Kody, and also with both of them together — and every single experience was outstanding. Japan, and Tokyo in particular, can be challenging to navigate as a foreigner, especially if you want to get beyond the standard tourist spots. That’s where these guides truly stand out. From the moment they picked me up at my hotel, everything was taken care of. The organization was flawless, yet the atmosphere was very relaxed, friendly, and informal. I joined a Food & Drink tour, day trips to Kamakura and Kawagoe, and a Mount Fuji trip. Each tour felt personal and well thought out, taking me to hidden spots I never would have found on my own. On top of that, there was a lot of fun and laughter along the way — it never felt like a “guided tour,” more like exploring Tokyo with knowledgeable local friends. If you’re traveling solo or simply want a stress-free, authentic, and enjoyable way to discover Tokyo and its surroundings, I can’t recommend GoWithGuide — and especially Rene and Kody — highly enough. Truly next level.

Geert V.

Rene F.

Dear Geert, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I truly had a great time as well, and the tour was very special to me. Being able to spend time with you in Japan as a local friend was a real pleasure. Even though it was quite cold, I hope it became a memorable experience for you ;) Next time, please come back with your family. I’d be more than happy to show you some new places together. Thank you again, and I hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Rene

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