Private tour in Tokyo Gulay G

Eat, Explore, Relax for 4 Hours in Tokyo

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Private tour for 1-6 people
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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

Tokyo is a very unique city and not many places in the world can be compared with it. The culture, the history, food, the place itself its something that you can't find anywhere else, but one of the things that makes Tokyo such a special city is how it can mix its ancient history and traditions, with its incredible modernization that makes the city of Tokyo like no other place on planet Earth. For first-time visitors, Tokyo can be an overwhelming city. Thanks to my tips and itinerary will hopefully help you explore the city a little easier. I am here to help you understand why Tokyo stands out from other cities all around the world. If you are a foodie like me, let's get off the tourist track and eat like a local while exploring the center of the city during our tour. 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.

Recent Reviews

Leslie I.United States
1 week ago

Gulay was exceptional as our tour guide in Tokyo. She was friendly, engaging and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history, culture, and temples. She explained everything clearly, answered all of our questions, and shared fascinating details that brought each place to life. She was extremely patient with our large group, including a 16-month-old who just learned to walk and liked to do so. She went the extra mile helping us navigate the city and took the time to ensure we enjoyed our tours and knew where we were going. We truly appreciate all she did for us and would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Tokyo,

Kari V.United States
August 2026

Gulay was the perfect fit for us. She tailored the tour for me and my son. She was extremely knowledgable and super fun. She was able to share a lot of knowledge about the culture, the traditions and the life in Tokyo. My son and I were super entertained. We have traveled a lot around the world, and we both felt this is one of the best tour guides we have ever had! Thank you Gulay!

Judith C.Canada
June 2026

It was a pleasure spending time with Gulay and I enjoyed the visit to the old part of Tokyo not bombed during the war it was not crowded and peaceful after the high rises of the city. We also visited shrines, and temples and a graveyard all delightful and interesting. We stopped at a cafe with delicious gluten free crepes, visited a charming art gallery and amazing shop selling only socks of every colour imaginable. Gulay is a charming guide and makes everything personal for her guests and we also experienced the train rides which would be a huge challenge without her help. I cannot recommend Gulay enough this was my 2nd time with her. She was able to reschedule our time when the original day booked was just too hot to be out and about the day after long flight from Canada.

Neil N.United States
February 2026

My wife and I had a terrific time with Gulay. She took us to Shimokitazawa for some excellent vintage shopping. She showed us how to navigate the train system and lots of helpful advice about traveling through Tokyo that we utilized throughout our trip. She was very understanding and patient and was great to talk to. We would highly recommend her again!

Vincent F.United States
May 2025

We had an amazing time with Gulay we did two tours with here and both were great. We were able to customize what we wanted to see based on our preferences.

Marty S.United States
April 2025

We spent an amazing two days with Gulay. She tailored our tour to exactly what we wanted. Gulay showed us so much more of Tokyo than we could have ever seen on our own. She has a wonderful sense of history and culture, and was kind enough to take tons of pictures for us. Gulay even helped us master the Tokyo subway. We could not have had a better time. Gulay is a fantastic tour guide!!!

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

-Let's walk around the city, learn about its history and admire the architecture that has been preserved since Edo-era (1603-1868 ). -Enjoy most of Tokyo's "must-see" spots in half day. -Food and drink hopping as you like. -You pick 3~4 places in "must-visit places " in Tokyo. Here are some sample itineraries for the highlight tour to Tokyo. Eastern Tokyo - Asakusa, Ueno and Akihabara Central Tokyo - Tsukiji, Ginza, and East Garden of the Imperial Palace WesternTokyo - Meiji Jingu shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya Japanese gardens - Rikugien gardens, Hamarikyu gardens, and so on. A sample itinerary: Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. These are just an idea so please let me know if you have something in mind. I am happy to design a fun itinerary for you. Hope to see you soon.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Airport, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building

What's included
Other: Guide meal
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Minato City, Tokyo, 105-0001, Japan

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Rail or Bus Station, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
Shopping
Off The Beaten Path
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
903195
Languages
English
Turkish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Tokyo best suited for?

This private tour in Tokyo is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore the city's unique blend of ancient history and modern culture. It's also ideal for foodies who wish to experience local cuisine off the tourist track. With a light activity level and wheelchair accessibility, it's suitable for families with kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns. If you're looking to connect with a local for deeper insights into Tokyo, this tour is a great choice.

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