Private tour in Tokyo Gulay G

Discover Tokyo: Full Day Walking Tour

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Gulay G.

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Konnichiwa! I am Gulay, a professional guide with a deep love for photography, art, and discovering the hidden spirit of Tokyo beyond the typical tourist experience. I have been working as a professional guide since 2008, and have received my training at the Department of Tourism Guidance. I moved to Spain for one year (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) and worked as a volunteer and mentor in EVS organizations(European Voluntary Service) But then my interest in Japanese culture led me to my current carrier in Tokyo for 8 years. Guiding is my passion, I believe guiding guests that you never met before from totally different countries is a great chance to know people better to improve your skills. As your guide, I will be pleased to share my experience of guiding with you and will do my best to make your holiday a memorable one. I am here to explain the local culture and traditions and give guests other local insights and I will help you to experience the "WOW" factor :) I also deeply love photography and art, which strongly influences the way I explore Tokyo. I am always searching for beautiful light, hidden details, atmosphere, architecture, everyday moments, and places that emotionally capture the city's spirit. Whether it’s quiet backstreets, modern design, nostalgic neighborhoods, cafés, local life, or contemporary art spaces, I love helping guests experience Tokyo in a more visual and emotional way. And if you want, I am happy to customize your itinerary according to your requests, I can help design your experience based on your interests, such as food, fashion, history, art, pop culture in Japan, or something specific. I would love to show you my favorite things about the greatest city in the world! I look forward to exploring Tokyo together with you and sharing my favorite sides of this incredible city! Gulay G. -Professional Tourist Guide License from Republic of Turkey Ministry of Culture And Tourism License Number: 02741 -King George International Business College Canada Tesol Certificate (ESL) - No special qualification to drive a car or a bus for tourists.

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

If you are a first time visitor, it might be hard for you to decide what to do in Tokyo. This one-day plan is filled with the perfect places to visit in Tokyo; classic tourist attractions, historical monuments and the latest trendy spots. You can experience both traditional and modern culture of Tokyo. The tour will give you not only an understanding but a powerful feeling for Japanese history & modern culture. You will have a selection of key attractions from which to choose, as tickles your fancy. To customize the tour best for you, please contact me beforehand to discuss. We use public transportations, such as trains, and subways. If you are not willing to walk, we take taxis. Let's dive right in!

Recent Reviews

Debbie P.United States
June 2026

Our guide, Gulay G., was an Ellen. She was happy to customize our tour before we began and even along the way. She was pleasant, well informed and accommodating. We booked a second day with her!

Gary B.United States
June 2026

My wife and I have been on many tours around the world I have to say the tour with Gulay was one of the best. She is so personable and knowledgeable it felt like we had a friend taming us on a personal tour. She catered the the trip to what we wanted to see. She even went as far went as far as to make a reservation for us at a restaurant the next night and gave us suggestions of other restaurants she thought it would be good for us to check out THANK Gulay for a wonderful tour. Gary & Laurie

Stephanie W.United States
June 2026

Gulay G. Was the perfect guide for our group of 6 (4 adults & 2 teenage girls). First, she was well-prepared to guide us through the area of Tokyo we requested to see. She added a starting point that offered an important context for that part of the city. She mixed in historical reference points with contemporary culture and current trends. She was extremely knowledgeable about Japan, its history and demonstrated a clear passion for the country. The most impressive thing about her was how she related to the two teen-age girls. She included them in the conversation and paid astute attention to their needs every bit as much as she did to the entire group.

Stan C.United States
May 2026

Gulay is amazing. She suggested our walking tour of Tokyo which was diverse and very creative since we experienced some rain. She is very personable, flexible and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her as a tour guide!!!

Shona A.Canada
May 2026

We spent the day with Gulay G, touring around Asakusa, Nakamise Shopping street, Senso-Ji Temple, Akihabara and Yanaka Ginza Shopping street. It was a fantastic tour and Gulay knew and provided so much information on the history of everything. She originally had a different plan for us, but was able to be flexible and take us on a different route when we needed her to. Tokyo is such an incredible city, but it is so large and has so many different areas that it was so nice to have someone who knew the city take us around and point out historical sites, quaint little areas and give us some perspective on what goes on and why in certain areas. I would highly recommend Gulay for your tour of Tokyo. She is filled with knowledge and has a lot of energy to keep us going for the day.

Anne Q.United States
April 2026

Our family of four (with two teenagers) booked Gulay for a full day Discover Tokyo tour. She had amazing communication from the moment we booked to fully customize the tour to fit our family with location ideas and incorporating our personal interests. Gulay was the best guide we had on our trip—she knew when to share history, where to pause for snacks, and navigated the subway with ease. Don't hesitate and book her immediately - you won't regret it!

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

Must- See Tokyo 1 Day Itinerary : Asakusa (This is one of the most popular places to snap a photo in all of Tokyo, so get your camera ready!) Nakamise Shopping Street (This bustling outdoor market is full of vendors selling traditional snacks and souvenirs. ) Senso-Ji Temple (It's definitely one of the top things to see in Tokyo, and more than 30 million people visit each year) Imperial Palace (It's located at the former site of the Edo Castle and remains home to the imperial family. ) Meiji Shrine (The highlight of visiting Yoyogi Park is the Meiji Shrine. ) Takeshita Street ( This narrow street is the epicenter of Tokyo's youth culture and is full of boutique shops, cafes, fast food joints, and all the things teenagers love. ) Harajuku & Cat Street (This part of Tokyo is a center of Japanese youth fashion and culture ) Shibuya Crossing Street ( Here, where seven crossroads meet, every time the lights turn red, about 2, 500 people come in three different directions)

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Walking and public transportation. If you would like to have private car transportation, it can be arranged as an option. Please let us know if you need it.

What's included
Other: Other: My transportation (public transport only), lunch (casual lunch only) for myself.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Other: Drinks for refreshment during the tour and souvenirs etc.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Art And Culture
History
Shopping
Architecture
Tour reference number
1013250
Languages
English
Turkish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Tokyo is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore both the traditional and modern aspects of the city. It's also ideal for those who prefer a personalized experience, as you can customize the itinerary to focus on your interests. With a light activity level and wheelchair accessibility, it's suitable for families with kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns.

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