The best way to experience Tokyo is with your own private tour guide from ToursByLocals. Our local guides have created private tour itineraries that will help you see the best of the world's largest metropolitan area. Or if you already know exactly what you want to see and do, your guide will design a day around your wishes.

And with no other people on your tour you can adjust the schedule and the pace of the day to fit your interests. Feel free to 'ask your guide' if there are special things you want to do.

Choose from the Tokyo tours offered by ToursByLocals, but feel free to suggest alternative places and activities. Your private tour can be customized by your personal guide to include exactly what you want to see and do in Tokyo.

Tokyo

If you want to visit the must-see places in Tokyo for one day, this tour is perfect for you!

I'm an experienced national government licensed guide familiar with Tokyo. I will take you to the most attractive sites in the world's vibrant city where old and new coexist.

Tokyo is a city visitors never tire of exploring. There are a lot of attractive places and things to do. We'll go around the city by the world's most reliable public transportation, visiting bustling areas and cool sites, seeking traces of feudal ages, and getting in touch with cultural aspects.

This tour can be customized according to your requests. I will offer you a tailor-made itinerary. Please let me know your ideas in advance.

I'm looking forward to touring with you!

One day excursion to the world's exciting city, Tokyo!

Tokyo Highlights Tour from Yokohama

Highlights of beautiful Tokyo - 7hr Private Tour

Tokyo is an attractive city where new and old coexist.

The district of many temples and shrines related to the religion of the Japanese people.
I will explain how the Japanese behave according to their beliefs in each location.

A food market and an old shopping street where people gather for everyday shopping.
My favorite place to take travelers to the Tsukiji Market that reminds me of those good old days in Japan.

The most famous entertainment district in Japan, with skyscrapers lined up next to each other.

On this tour, I pick up a couple of spots to let you feel, meet and taste the differences and charms of Tokyo, Japan.

This tour is ideal for your first visit to Tokyo, Japan.

Following itinerary is based on my recommendation. If you are interested in other things or specific places, please let me know. I will arrange and make an original tour for you.

I can customize the tour, please request a quotation.

Explore the most famous and popular spots in Tokyo.

Exciting Highlights of Tokyo - 8hr Private Tour

In Tokyo, there are wide variety of places tourists love to see. For example, old Japan like temples and shrines, and new Japan like Akihabara and Harajuku. I would like to help you find natural and historical wonders and feel Japanese culture and lifestyle.

I made the list of popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, which I strongly recommend. Please choose some places from the list, and I will propose a one-day tailored tour for you.
If it's a little bit difficult for you to select some places, just tell me what kind of places you want to go and what kind of activities you want to try and enjoy.
The key point of this tour is flexibility. I will arrange our itinerary depending on your interests.
My recommendations are as follows,
- 1. Asakusa area. You can feel a nostalgic atmosphere of old Tokyo.
- 3. Tsukiji area. Enjoy many kinds of fresh seafood.
- 4. 2 Observation room of Tokyo metropolitan city hall. You may be able to see Mt. Fuji if it's a fine day.

Visit several places in Tokyo where you can experience traditional and modern Japan in one day.

If you want to see Tokyo of your interest with a personal guide, this is the one!

I was born in Yamaguchi Prefecture which is locate in the west of Japan but have lived in Tokyo for a long time. I still remember how thrilled I was when I started living in Tokyo. I love Tokyo because this city has always excited me.

There are so many places you want to see in Tokyo, but your time is limited.
So I listen to where you want to go and what you want to do, and then create a tailor-made tour especially for you.

Different start time, tour duration, a number of people, or private transportation is also available.

Let's fave fun in your original Tokyo tour!

Pick your favorite spots and things to do on a full day tour

Tailoring Tour of Tokyo Highlights!! 7hours

Tokyo Full Day Personalized Private Tour 7 hours

I will set up the personalized walking tour which fits your preference and interests.
I will ask what you want to see, what is your specific interest, or what you want to experience. By discussing with you, I am sure I can provide you the most memorable day for you.
It is possible to balance the old and new, busy and quiet, down town and green area, and so on. I have been offering the guided tour in Tokyo for more than 300 times to over 1000 people in the past 4 years. With my knowledge about the each places in Tokyo and flexibility, friendly personality, I believe my guests had great time having me as a guide. And I would like you to have me for your precious day in Tokyo as well.
I will create your personalized itinerary depending on your interests, pace, hotel location, etc. I can also be flexible for the tour duration (4-8 hours)

A Unique Full Day Private Tour of Tokyo Designed Especially For You!

Tokyo is a huge city with a fascinating contrast of modern and traditional elements, and there are countless sights to explore. This tour is basically designed for people who don't have much time but want to experience Tokyo in one day. Embark on a whirlwind tour of Tokyo, learn how to ride trains and subways, and then continue your journey on your own. I'll guide you through the major tourist attractions and provide you with various travel tips along the way. Of course, I'll customize the tour to suit your needs, such as those who want to sightsee at a leisurely pace or those who want to sightsee by taxi. More than half of my tours are customized tours. For example, I'll guide you to Ueno, Ameyoko, Ginza, Sumo restaurant Pokémon Center, Japanese Garden, Yanaka, tea ceremony experience, Sky Tree, team Lab Planet, Odaiba, as options.

Run through Tokyo like a bullet train and see main sightseeing spots

Discover Tokyo - Private Walking Tour (6.5Hours)

*Please send me a message to ask about my availability BEFORE booking. Thank you. *

If you are a first-time visitor to Japan, this tour is for you.

I will briefly explain Japan's history and show you both modern and old Tokyo. I especially like doing this tour because I could tell you some historical background that might be unnoticed if you visited the sites yourself. I like history, especially when Edo, former Tokyo, became the political center of Japan during the 17th to 19th centuries. That period was the foundation of today's Tokyo. I am sure you will better understand this metropolis at the end of my tour. Why not explore Tokyo with me?

*Please send me a message to ask about my availability before booking. Thank you.
*Pick-up and drop-off at cruise ship ports and airports are not available.

Visit Tokyo's must -see places - Japanese garden, Tsukiji market, Tokyo's oldest temple and Japan's most visited shrine

Private Family tour in Tokyo with your kids (7H)

A private tour for a family to enjoy Tokyo in a day.
I will choose the best places for your kids, depending on their ages and interests.

If your kids are animal lovers, I will take you one of the animal cafes, like Hedgehog cafe, Cat cafe, Dog cafe, Otter cafe, and minipig cafe.
I can also take you to Harajuku teenager fashion town, enjoying rainbow colored giant cotton candy, and crepes with favorite toppings. You can spend time in purchasing crazy colorful socks and fancy clothings.
I may give you delightful time in a toy store dedicated to characters like Hello Kitty and Pockemon. If your kids are game lovers, I can take you to the Nintendo shop.
For digital kids, I can arrange a visit to Digital Museum in Toyosu.
With an advanced reservation, I can arrange a tour to the Ghibli Museum.

In order to customize the tour, please contact me beforehand to discuss.

We use public transportations, such as trains and subways. If you are not willing to walk much, we can take taxies.

Maximum number of guests: 5

Exciting day in Tokyo for your whole family

*Please send a message BEFORE booking.

What comes to mind when you think of "Tokyo"? Economic center, high-tech city, old shrines and temples, gourmet wonderland, manga and anime? It is all of these and more!!

This 7 to 8-hour tour is designed to provide a balanced introduction to Tokyo's past and present in different aspects. However, you can also customize the tour to suit your preferences. Let me know what you would like to experience in Tokyo.

I will customize according to your requests.

*If you need a hire car with a driver for the tour, let me know.

Discover the main attractions of the Japanese capital in one day

Tokyo Highlights - Full Day Private Tour

This tour is available in German or English.

During this tour we will explore some of Tokyo's most iconic locations.
You will learn about many interesting facts, anecdotes, and Japanese history.

Regardless of how many times I already have visited these amazing locations, it is impossible to appreciate and love them any less. The beauty of early Edo architecture, the meandering groups of young people in traditional Kimono, or the contradictions of the old and the modern, will all leave a lasting impression on your life, as they have on mine.

One of the locations during this tour is a Shinto Shrine that is dedicated to daikon radishes, promotes your health, and is protected by a dragon who wrapped his wings around the entire little hill when it appeared out of thin air. This is one of my most favourite places in Tokyo. :)

A 8 hour guided tour with a stroll off the beaten path

Tokyo Highlights Tour

Eternal Tokyo: Unforgettable Day-to-Night Tour

You get to choose from a selection of the most popular Tokyo attractions! Exciting daytime and enchanting nighttime tours will have you tuckered out.

Please choose from the following attractions or I am happy to make suggestions. I will create and propose a private tour just for you!

Day Time:

Please choose 3 or 4 of the following attractions. If there is a place you would like to visit that is not on this list, please let me know.

- Tokyo Tower
- Shibuya Crossing
- Meiji Shrine
- Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
- Akihabara
- Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa
- Odaiba
- Tokyo Skytree
- Roppongi Hills
- Ueno Park
- Harajuku
- Ginza
- Tokyo National Museum
- Yoyogi Park
- Ikebukuro
- Ameyoko Shopping Street

Night Time:

Please choose one of the following attractions. If there is a place you would like to visit that is not on this list, please let me know.

- Tokyo Tower
- Shibuya Crossing
- Odaiba
- Tokyo Skytree
- Ginza
- Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku
- Shinjuku Golden Gai (Golden Street)

Craft Your Dream Tokyo Adventure: Personalize Your Unforgettable Tour of Iconic Attractions!

I spent my university days in Tokyo. At that time, I was always inspired by changing fashions, pop culture and rapid economic growth. Even now, Tokyo has been evolving day by day like a new skyscraper under construction. On the other hand, I found myself relaxed by visiting a quiet garden inside a temple near the university. I was surprised to find there are so many historical sites in this big city. I would like my guests to experience these two aspects of Tokyo.

This tour takes you to five popular tourist attractions, Meijijingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Wholesale Market, Imperial Palace and Asakusa. While traveling across Tokyo from west to east, you visit a peaceful and tranquil shrine and garden to learn about Japanese traditional culture and history. In addition, you see a 360-degree view of the present Tokyo from Tokyo Tower and also enjoy rapidly changing city and its highlights while strolling around.

If you want to travel around Tokyo by yourselves, I will give you some tips for your trip

Just arrived in the city? Let's explore Tokyo!

Tokyo: First Day of Your Trip to Japan

This tour can satisfy your interest in viewing a diverse features of the dynamic megalopolis.
Tokyo boasts two different faces including the traditional face bringing you back to the old Edo period, and the modern face showing stunning architecture-design, manga sub culture and digital amusement technology, and so forth.
You will be attracted by authentic Japanese history, nice collaboration of traditional and modern culture, natural beauty, interesting coexistence of Shinto and Buddhism religion and seasonal delicacy of Japanese cuisine.
Let's enjoy a cross-cultural talk on your country and Japan!

Unique tour featuring diverse characteristics of traditional and modern Tokyo

Exciting Highlights Tour in the Dynamic Megalopolis of Tokyo

Tokyo in a Day - A First Time Visitor Tour

Tokyo is a unique city. In a fascinating way it incorporates elements from both old and modern Japan. This tour is perfect for those who have only a short stay in the city but want to experience it as much as they can.
Begin your day at the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market, savoring the freshest seafood. Next, venture into the ultra-modern Shiodome area, where sleek high-rises dominate the skyline. From there, embark on a scenic boat trip up the Sumida River, taking in breathtaking views of the city as you cruise along.
Your journey continues in historic Asakusa, home to the iconic Sensoji Temple. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture as you browse souvenir shops and sample delicious street food. Finally, explore the serene Imperial Palace gardens and the nearby Tokyo Station area, where you'll witness the captivating contrast between Tokyo's traditional roots and its modern face.

Experience 21st century &amp; traditional Tokyo in a full day tour

Full Day Tokyo Private Tour - Customized for you

Tokyo is the biggest city in Japan and has a lot of attractive and unique places to visit.
I've lived in Tokyo for more than 30 years so I hope I know about the city, but Tokyo has changed and still evolving, so Tokyo is a very interesting place even for locals.

If you come to Japan for the first time, you may be surprised to see some unique places and things and would like to ask locals "Why?" and "What's that?".

I'm pleased to help you explore Tokyo and I'm grateful for sharing such interesting moments with you.

Please feel free to let me know your preference and thoughts for the tour.

I'm looking forward to seeing you!

Let's explore modern big city, Tokyo - blessed with amazing places

There are many foreign visitors and it is very difficult to satisfy all the requests for them. So, the objective of this tour is let guests configurate the tour depending on their preferences. I can help them set up the tour so that guests do the tours smoothly and satisfactory. There are 3 categories in this tour. Choose as much as you want within 8 hours.
(A) History and Culture (Temples, Shrines, Cultural properties)
(B) landscape and Experience (Tokyo Sky tree, Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, Akihabara)
(C) Food and People's life (Sushi & Sashimi, Tempura, Broiled eel, Sukiyaki, OTAKU culture, Manag & Anime)

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