Private Tokyo Tour with a Japanese Guide

Asakusa, Japan
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Do you want to travel with a Japanese young guide? This is a perfect tour for you. I used to be a tour leader. I traveled all over Japan with many travelers(see photos). Through my experience, I notice that some people feel tired of listening to too many explanations and generation does not much to you (tour guides are older? etc.). Though I am not a professional guide anymore, I am pretty sure that we can have a wonderful full-day tour with me. I can show you real Japanese life. I sometimes come with my friends or change an itinerary. My tour is fully customizable.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1, Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture

One of the most famous temples in Japan. Many Japanese also visits this place. Various events are held throughout the year in the Sensoji Temple area. The biggest of them is the Sanja Matsuri, the annual festival of the Asakusa Shrine, held in May.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Akihabara, Sotokanda, Chiyoda 101-0021 Tokyo Prefecture

Akihabara has gained recognition as the center of Japan's otaku (diehard fan) culture, and many shops and establishments devoted to anime and manga are now dispersed among the electronic stores in the district.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Imperial Palace, 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda 100-8111 Tokyo Prefecture

The current Imperial Palace (皇居, Kōkyo) is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ginza, Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

1.Tea ceremony lectures.
2.Tea leaf grinding for Matcha powder.
3.Tea ceremony demonstrations.
4.Seasonal Japanese Matcha flavored sweets.
5.Make your own Matcha.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Meiji Jingu Shrine, 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, Shibuya 151-8857 Tokyo Prefecture

The shrine was completed and dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and the Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the passing of the emperor and six years after the passing of the empress. The shrine was destroyed during the Second World War but was rebuilt shortly thereafter.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1 Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture

The focal point of Harajuku's teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques, used clothes stores, crepe stands and fast food outlets geared towards the fashion and trend conscious teens.

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions

  • Tea ceremony fee
  • Guide fee

Exclusions

  • Transportation fee

Additional information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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