Carrie W.United States
Koichiro was a great guide and helped us to get oriented on our first day in Tokyo. Very informative during our tour and provided great restaurant recommendations.
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Private tour in Tokyo Koichiro K
Experience wonderful Tokyo highlights full-day tour with a private guide
4.9
(16) reviews
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
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1
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Koichiro K.
4.9
Guide rating
161
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*My tours are all walking tours using public trains. *The maximum number of people I can guide is 4. Would you like to experience a unique and unforgettable trip to Tokyo with a professional, friendly, and passionate local guide? As a licensed tour guide with over seven years of experience in Tokyo, I would love to share my expertise and hospitality to ensure you have a truly remarkable time in this vibrant city. As a certified private tour guide, my goal is to provide a stress-free, enjoyable, and immersive experience that feels like being shown around by a local Japanese friend. My name is Koichiro, but you can call me Koji as well. After spending three years studying English in Southern California, I returned to Japan and earned my national tour guide certification in 2016. Since then, I have guided countless visitors through Tokyo. Unlike fixed group tours, my tours are flexible—no rigid schedules or formalities. You can adjust your itinerary at any time to match your interests or accommodate unexpected changes. I genuinely love meeting new people and would be delighted to guide you through Tokyo, sharing both my professional insights and my personal local experiences. Whether you're looking for must-see attractions or authentic restaurants, I’ll ensure you experience the very best of Tokyo. I’d be happy to create a customized travel plan tailored to your preferences and remain flexible to any requests. Feel free to book my tour or message me with any questions or suggestions—I look forward to making your trip unforgettable!
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Visit all the major spots in Tokyo most efficiently for your 1st day!
Overview of your Tokyo tour
Make the most of your first day in Tokyo! On this tour, you'll visit Tokyo's finest tourist destinations (Tsukiji, Asakusa, Akihabara, Harajuku, Omotesando, and Shibuya) in 8 hours. Based on you interests, I will give you insights on how to enjoy each place. You can spend your time in Tokyo in the most efficient way without getting lost as well as getting useful information from me. Unlike tour guides who are hired by travel companies and are forced to take you to places as planned, you can enjoy your time in your own way!
Recent Reviews
Rael H.Australia
We arrived in Tokyo this morning from Sydney, ready to experience as much as we could in one day. Koji met us at our hotel and took us around the “must see” experiences. It was amazing! Koji speaks perfect English and showed us how to use the train and subway system. He has great insights into the cultural and modern aspects of Tokyo. It was a busy day but we loved it and highly recommend Koji for an insightful and fun tour of Tokyo!!
Richard R.United States
We thoroughly enjoyed exploring Tokyo with Koichiro for our first day. Great introduction to the city with many insights and tips to make the most of our visit. Fun day with a friendly, personable and knowledgeable tour guide. Highly recommended!
David S.United States
Had a great tour with Koichiro. He was friendly, knowledgeable and we got to see much more of Tokyo than we would have trying to do it on our own.
Andras D.Hungary
We had a great excursion exploring Tokyo’s finest tours destination with Koichiro Kimura. We had just one day in Tokyo and that tour was the best for a short visit. Koichiro is a great guide, gave us all the necessary information and took us to the best places for a short trip. I would recommend to do this tour to everybody who has short time in Tokyo.
Timothy M.Canada
Tour was excellent way to start our trip to Japan. Tour was well thought out so we could see many places with a relative minimum of crowds. Also got many instructions for using the subway/trains for the rest of our trip. Would highly recommend Koichiro for future tour. We saw a lot of Tokyo in one day and he tailored the tour to things we wanted to do.
Your Tokyo tour itinerary
• 10:00 Meet-up at your hotel • 10:30 Tsukiji - Try fresh seafood, wagyu for breakfast • 12:00-13:00 Asakusa - Stroll at the oldest temple in Tokyo and surrounding shopping streets • 13:30-14:30 Akihabara - Explore Electric Town thas has the biggest electronic store in Japan, themed cafes, anime shops and amusement arcades • 15:00-16:00 Harajuku - Stroll at famous fashion streets in Harajuku and Omotesando • 16:30 Shibuya - Visit Shibuya Crossing, the busiest intersection in the world • 17:00 Hotel Dropoff *The timeframes are subject to change and are fully customizable.
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Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.
Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
We will use public transportation.
What's included
Other: Private guide services for you (up to 7 hours, can be finished earlier according to your energy level), hotel pick-up and drop-off
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. I appreciate your payment for my lunch (around ¥1,500) and entrance (if any) fees during the tour. Thank you!
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: At the lobby of your hotel in Tokyo
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Boat
Shopping
Religious Sites
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
558103
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
4.9
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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 major attractions efficiently. It's also ideal for travellers who prefer a personalized experience, as Koichiro K. can tailor the itinerary based on your interests, ensuring you enjoy each location in your own way.
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Last-Minute Cancellation
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Last-Minute Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
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If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a 20% deposit!
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