Richard F.United States
Amazing tour! Akio is knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! He helped us experience incredible Tokyo highlights and navigate the complex rail system with ease! Akio is a true professional. I highly recommend him!
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Private tour in Tokyo Akio T
One-Day Tokyo Highlights Tour
5.0
(27) reviews
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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Akio T.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Akio, a National Government-Licensed Guide based in Yokohama. Since 2016, I have had the privilege of hosting over 800 tailored tours across Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone. Originally from Kagawa Prefecture, a region blessed with the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea, I spent 30 years working for a global tech company in Tokyo. Working with international colleagues gave me a profound appreciation for Japan through a global lens, inspiring me to transition from a passionate traveler to a professional guide. I have a deep love for authentic cuisine, rich history, and exceptional architecture. Unlike rigid group itineraries, my tours emphasize experiencing "genuine" Japan—connecting you with breathtaking scenery, hidden gems, and the vibrant daily life of the places we visit. Let's craft unforgettable memories together and explore Japan more deeply. Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you in Japan!
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Overview of your Tokyo tour
Welcome to Tokyo—a dynamic city where history meets the future, and there is always something new to discover. If you want to see the best of the city in one day, I'd love to guide you. As an experienced national government-licensed guide, I'll show you iconic spots, hidden cultural gems, and historic landmarks. We'll navigate seamlessly via our ultra-reliable public transport. Please share your preferences ahead of time so I can customize the perfect itinerary for your trip. I'm looking forward to touring with you!
Recent Reviews
Edie G.United States
Amazing! AKIO was wonderful in every way. Perfect English, knowledgeable, patient, thorough and flexible. Not only did he plan the ideal day of tours he answered our dozens of questions and offered so much additional insight into the history and culture of Japan. He gave us such confidence using the Subway that we used it the rest of our time in Tokyo. We hated to say goodbye when it was time to part . We highly recommend using AKIO for your tour of Tokyo!
John D.United States
Akio was a terrific guide for our group of 4. He covered so many highlights including a hidden gem for lunch. Just the perfect amount of time. It was exciting to experience the selection of public transportations. We really enjoyed his insight on history, era’s, Temples and palaces. We would highly recommend this gentleman.
Kathleen F.United States
What a wonderful day we had. Took us to many places in Tokyo and explained what we were seeing and answered all our questions regardless off how silly they may have been. Spoke English very well. The most wonderful thing was that he was very patient with our son who has mobility issues. We highly recommend this tour guide. Thank you so much!!!!
Jessica C.United States
Akio was a thoughtful guide and took us all over Tokyo. He was very helpful with all our questions and even helped us get a transportation card
Michael K.United States
Akio was a wonderful choice for our group of four retired educators. We spent the day enjoying the sights of Tokyo by subway, monorail, and train. He made it so easy, and we walked and saw an excellent cross section of the city. We went to a small local restaurant which was uncrowded for lunch, and he took us to many hidden gems! Highly recommend!!
Your Tokyo tour itinerary
I would love to help you create an itinerary that suits your needs and preferences. 9:00 Meet at your hotel in Tokyo (Example 1) • Asakusa - A traditional lively town with a big Buddhist temple, Sensoji • Imperial Palace Garden - Ruins of the largest samurai castle with a beautiful Japanese garden • Ginza - Tokyo's best shopping area with interesting commercial buildings • Toranomon/Azabudai - Cutting-edge skyscrapers with an observation • Shibuya - Busy city famous for the Tokyo's busiest intersection (Example 2) •Tsukiji Outer Market - Lively food market with a lot of shops and restaurants • Imperial Palace Garden - Ruins of the largest samurai castle with a beautiful Japanese garden • Harajuku/Omotesando - Tokyo's nice shopping area with attractive back streets and alleys • Meiji Jingu Shrine - Peaceful Shinto shrine surrounded by an amazing forest • Shibuya - Busy city famous for the Tokyo's busiest intersection 16:00 Return to your hotel in Tokyo
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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway
This tour is a walking tour, using public transportation such as the subways, trains, and buses. We can take a taxi if you prefer.
What's included
Other: Hotel pick-up and send-off
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses, Taxi (if needed)
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Meeting location
Tokyo, Japan
Hotel: ,Station: ,By Guide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
Art And Culture
Shopping
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
572741
Languages
Japanese
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Tokyo best suited for?
This private tour in Tokyo is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's iconic spots, hidden cultural gems, and historic landmarks. It's ideal for those interested in experiencing Tokyo's vibrant culture and history, and who enjoy navigating the city using public transportation. Akio T. can customize the itinerary to match your interests, making it a great choice for anyone looking to connect with a local for deeper insights.
What should I bring or wear?
Can this private tour in Tokyo be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?
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Is transportation included?
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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7 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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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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