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Tokyo Private Tour - Cat2 on the roof
Cat2 on the roof
Tokyo Private Tour - Cat1 on the roof
Cat1 on the roof
Tokyo Private Tour - Imado Shrine
Imado Shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - Yanaka Ginza
Yanaka Ginza
Tokyo Private Tour - Gotokuji
Gotokuji

Tour for cat lovers in Tokyo

Unique Experience
Tokyo Tour Guide - Joji T.

Joined 2019

Joji T.
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This is a tour for 1st time travlers to Japan who loves cats. We will visit Gotokuji Temple, HonmyoIn, Imado Shrine and Yanaka & Sendagi, so-called "Yanasen" district, which all related to cats.

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 or any places in central Tokyo

09:00 AM

Your hotel

I will meet you at the lobby of your hotel or any place in central Tokyo

10:00 AM

Gotokuji Temple

Gotokuji Temple is located at a bit suburb of central Tokyo and is said to be the birthplace of Maneki-neko, lucky beckon cat. There are hundreds of lucky cats that are considered to invite fortune and money into you. It is also well-knwon as a family temple of Ii clan, famous fudal load in Edo period.

11:30 AM

Yanasen District

This cat town has many stores, restaurants, food stands, gallaries and coffee shops that related to cats. We will spend most of the time here to visit as many as you want.

There is HonmyoIn Temple here that has a stamp of a cat.

02:00 PM

Imado Shrine

This is a shrine that is known as "Cat Shrine" in Asakusa. It was built in 1063 and enshrines one of Seven Lucky Gods (Fukurokujyu). If you were lucky, you may meet the real cat "Nami-chan" living here.

03:30 PM

Your hotel

At your hotel or I can see you off at any place in central Tokyo

Ending Point

At your hotel or any places in central Tokyo. If you like, it may be a good idea to see off at Asakusa which is located near the last stop, Imado Shrine.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guide fee and hotel pick-up

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What‘s not included

Transportation fee for you and the guide

From Shinjyuku to Gotokuji: 200 Yen

From Gotokuji to Nippori: 420 Yen

From Yanaka to Asakusa: 210 Yen

Entrance fee for you and the guide

No entrance fee for Gotokuji, HonmyoIn and Imado Shrine

Some stores and gallarys may require some entrace fee

Lunch (you and the guide)

Tour Important Information

1. We will use only a public transportation: a train.

From Shinjyuku to Gotokuji: 200 Yen

From Gotokuji to Nippori: 420 Yen

From Yanaka to Asakusa: 210 Yen

The cost from your hotel and to your hotel are not included here.

2. We will walk a lot. So, please wear a comfortable shoes.

3. Some of the shops and stores do not accept credit cards. A cash is more preferable.

4. Travelers should have their own travel insurance.

5. If it were a rain or other mother of nature, the schedule may change.

6. Some shops and/or restaurants may close, so please make sure they are open if you have any particular choice.

Important message from the supplier

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I am currently available only on Saturday, Sunday and any national holidays.

Currently, my main coverage is Tokyo and its suburb, but I can mostly go anywhere if you can bear my transportation fee. I am easy and flexible.

Cancellation Policy

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    50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
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Tokyo Tour Guide - Joji T.

Joined 2019

Joji T.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Joji T.

Hello!

I am Joji. Please call me Bonjoji, because Bon Jovi is one of my favorite Rock music groups. I was born and raised in Kyoto until 19 years old. I studied English and graduated from University of South Carolina with Statistic major. During my work at a precision equipment company, I have lived in California and New Jersey in the states for 12 years. While I was in the States, I have been treated as a family by many local American people. So, it is a time that I treat you back well while you are traveling in Japan.


The period I like in Japanese history is the war period when many local lords were challenging and fighting each other to expand their lands. I recommend that you should see their castles, since you can see their ambition and their survival strategy. The sports I like are American football and Sumo. Sumo is not just a wrestling game but deeply rooted in Shinto ritual, which is closely related to our daily life. These are the things I can talk about more when we meet. My hobby is visiting old ruins in the world so that I have been to Vesa Merde in the States, Macchu Picchu in Peru, Easter Island in Chile, Volbilis in Morocco, Tikal in Guatemala, Angkor Wat in Cambodia and etc. I have worked at the Japanese company as a salary man for 35 years, so that I can also talk about business, only if you wish.


Anyway, I am National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter authorized by Japan Tourism Agency and my goal is simply to make your journey more enjoyable while you are in Japan. Please feel free to contact me and let's enjoy the tour together.


Bonjoji

Reviews

Tokyo with Joji T.

We had a great experience with Joji. Joji had planned out our day but was also flexible to allow us to stop at other places of interest and for much needed breaks. Joji shared his knowledge of the sites we visited, and provided us with a thoroughly enjoyable day.

Jo A.

Joji T.

Jo, very glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. I appreciate you wrote the nice review. Thanks to the good weather, we could see nice view from Shibuya Sky. Please come back, again!

Great time in Tokyo

It was a great pleasure to spend an 8 hour tour with Joji in Tokyo. We received in advance a detailed itinerary covered all our interests by him. Joji is a very polite and sensitive guide endowed with a sound knowledge of historical and temporary developments in Japan and its capital. We enjoyed this tour very much and we recommend this guide to our highest satisfaction.

Isabel C.

Joji T.

Isabel Thank you for writing the nice review while you are still busy traveling. It was my pleasure to guide both Isabel and Michael. I am glad to hear you have enjoyed my tour. Since both of you were not just interested in Japanese history & culture but wanted to learn them, so that it was worth explaining them. Please enjoy the rest of your trip. Regards, Joji

Best time of our lives in Tokyo!

We are so lucky we had Joji T. (also known as Uncle Bonjoji) as our tour guide for our first trip to Tokyo. He went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our tour. He was the only guide willing to meet us at our hotel at Disney and teach us how to use the trains in Tokyo and he made sure we got back to our hotel safely. He was so patient with my 4 children and was willing to tailor our tour to activities both children and adults could enjoy. Even before we arrived in Tokyo, Uncle Bonjoji was always in contact with me planning this tour well in advance and very responsive. He helped us buy our bullet train tickets, stayed with us longer than he needed to, and just did more than what was asked of him. His kindness, patience, and expertise makes him stand out from any other tour guide. I highly recommend Uncle Bonjoji as your tour guide in Tokyo! We can’t wait to go back!

Jennifer M.

Joji T.

Jennifer Thank you for writing the nice review. My goal is always to make your trip enjoyable and comfortable. I am very glad to hear I could support some of it. But, the only thing I could not control was the weather. When you plan to come to Japan again in the next time, I would recommend you to make it warmer April-May timeframe. Now, it is a bit warmer April and a time to wear the Hawaian T-shirt that you gave me. I enjoyed the Macademia chocolate, too. I am also very lucky to be chosen by kind Jennifer and wonderful family. Mahallo! Uncle Bonjoji

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