Private tour in Tokyo Yumi F

Off the beaten path, street food tour in Tokyo 5 hours by public transportation

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Yumi F.

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Hello and bonjour! (Le français suit l'anglais. ) My name is Yumi, and I'm a nationally licensed tour guide and interpreter based in Tokyo, Japan. I've guided tourists from overseas since 2009 throughout Japan, especially in the Kanto region, including trips around the Greater Tokyo Area (such as Kamakura), Mt. Fuji, Hakone National Park and the Nikko UNESCO World Heritage Site. I was born and raised on Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan's four main islands, and I lived in the Kansai area (Osaka/Kyoto/Kobe) for five years. I came to Tokyo in 1999 and have been here ever since. I love Japan and have lots of information about my country's history and culture to share with you. I'm friendly, knowledgeable and open-minded, and love interacting with people from abroad. I'm sure that my tours will satisfy you and even persuade you to visit Japan again! I look forward to traveling with you! ************************************ Bonjour à tous ! Je m'appelle Yumi. Je suis guide-interprète, certifiée par le gouvernement japonais. J'habite à Tokyo et je travaille en tant que guide pour les voyageurs du monde entier, dans tout le Japon depuis 2009. Je suis née dans l'île de Kyushu et j'y étais élevée. J'ai habité à Osaka pendant cinq ans et j'ai vécu aussi dans le sud-ouest de la France pendant trois ans. J'adore mon pays, le Japon. J'ai beaucoup d'informations et de connaissances sur la culture et l'histoire du Japon. Je suis très amicale et je peux facilement m'ouvrir aux autres. Je suis sûre que vous serez entièrement satisfait de mon professionnalisme comme guide qui fera de vous des voyageurs qui reviendront au Japon. J'attends avec impatience de vous rencontrer au Japon!! Merci beaucoup. Obtained the Japanese national license of tour guide and interpreter in 2008 in English and in French. Being fully trained as a guide by the Japan Federation of Certified Guide and the Japan Guide Association. I am a member of the Japan Guide Association.

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

I take you my neighborhood where there are many off the beaten paths, so as to see Tokyo people's daily life in their neighborhoods. Shimokitazawa is the Tokyo suburb you need to get to know. This once farming suburb has gone through a number of reinventions in the past few decades and shows no sign of slowing down. Located only a few stops from the heart of Tokyo, this pocket of Setagaya Ward is a local favourite. You can be traced back to the 1970's and 80's. The Kichijoji area often tops Tokyo's most-desirable-place-to-live list, primarily because vast and lovely Inokashira Park is just minutes away from Kichijoji Station, and Shibuya and Shinjuku are both relatively close. Head out here for a day of relaxing recreation on boats and under trees, followed by an evening of authentic Japanese food and drink as you tour the standing bars of Harmonica Yokocho Alley.

Recent Reviews

Prue W.Australia
March 2025

A very enjoyable tour for those looking for a different and quieter experience in some lesser known neighbourhoods of Tokyo, away from the crowds. Fascinating conversation with Yumi during the tour including her perspectives on modern Japan.

Ed R.United States
April 2023

We had a wonderful tour with Yumi. She was knowledgeable, helpful and accommodating. We especially liked the "off the beaten path" itinerary because it gave us the opportunity to see parts of Tokyo that most visitors don't get to enjoy. We highly recommend Yumi.

Russell H.Australia
January 2023

Wonderful afternoon spent with Yumi. Amazing food, lovely shops, a peaceful park and a peak into Japanese life that can only be experienced with a local.

Chad J.Australia
January 2023

Fantastic time spent with Yuma!! Showed us everything we wanted and more!!

Wesley R.United States
December 2019

The only concern I had about the tour is the title; it is inaccurate to call it a Food tour. Although we did stop at a great Izakaya for Yakitore and other delights. But it is accurate that she took me 'Off the beaten path' to some degree. I went to a local neighborhood and a famous park that many tourists might not ever see.

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

13:00 meet up your hotel or your convenient location 13:30-15:30 Visit Shimokitazawa cozy town and walk along " off the beaten paths" Different types of street foods are available. Move to Kichijoji 16:00-17:00 Kichijoji town and Inogashira Park 17:00-18:00 Harmomika Yokocho street for your dinner End of the tour in Kichijoji or nearby your hotel

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway

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What's included
Other: Guiding fee, her transportation and all arrangements.
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Other: Personal expenses.
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Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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Tour categories
Food And Drink
Art And Culture
Architecture
Tour reference number
557095
Languages
Japanese
French
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.8

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