Private tour in Tokyo Go Y

Run through Tokyo like a bullet train and see main sightseeing spots

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Go Y.

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Hello everyone! My name is Go. I’m here to assist you as your personal navigator, guiding you through the captivating charms of Tokyo, Kamakura, and Hakone and My.Fuji. Are you planning a trip to Japan? If so, please feel at ease and entrust me with the important task of being your guide. Are you interested in Japanese culture, cuisine, shopping, shrines and temples, anime, karaoke, or traditional crafts? If so, look no further. I can customize a wide range of experiences, from classic tours around Tokyo and Kamakura to special adventures tailored just for you. Fulfilling your wishes brings me great joy. Before becoming a guide, I worked as an automotive product engineer for a global company. I visited 25 countries to provide technical and quality guidance and also lived in Italy and China, where I gained valuable international experience. During my travels, I was deeply inspired by the storytelling skills of local guides and discovered my passion for sharing the wonders of Japanese culture with people from around the world. After returning to Japan, I earned my National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter qualification. I then spent six years working as a volunteer guide to develop my skills before beginning my professional guiding career. Today, I focus on designing unique day trips in Tokyo and the surrounding areas. I offer a variety of experiences, including leisurely walks through charming old-town neighborhoods, writing haiku, tasting local street food, joining izakaya tours, watching sumo wrestling, and visiting cutting-edge attractions such as teamLab Planets and teamLab Borderless. Even if you are visiting Japan on a business trip and have limited free time, I can help you experience Japanese culture. Are you worried about planning your trip? Don’t be! Customizing tours to match each guest’s interests and preferences is my specialty. I am ready to respond quickly and confidently to a wide variety of requests. In my free time, I enjoy singing Italian canzone and taking care of my roses. Once again, my name is Go, which can mean “strong” or “gorgeous” in Japanese. It’s easy to remember, isn’t it? So, are you ready to “Go” explore Tokyo together? Let’s do it! National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter License No. EN00529, obtained in 2007 Eiken Grade 1 Italian Proficiency Test, Pre-2 Level Please note that I am unable to drive while guiding. However, I can arrange taxis when necessary. TikTok video featuring one of my Tokyo tours: https://www.tiktok.com/@sheshortsweet/video/7632404147408538910

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

Tokyo is a vast city where modern and traditional elements coexist in a fascinating way, offering countless sights to explore. This tour is primarily designed for those visiting Tokyo for the first time or those with limited time who want to experience the city in just one day. Embark on a whirlwind tour of Tokyo, learn how to navigate trains and subways, and then continue your journey on your own. I'll guide you through major tourist attractions and share various travel tips along the way. Of course, the tour can be customized to suit your preferences, whether you want a leisurely sightseeing pace or prefer to explore by taxi. In fact, more than half of my tours are customized. For example, besides the sample tour, I can guide you to places like Ueno(National museum), Ameyoko, Ginza,fire ritual temple , sumo-themed restaurants, Pokémon Center, Japanese gardens, Yanaka, tea ceremony experiences, Tokyo Skytree, TeamLabo or Odaiba as options.

Recent Reviews

David O.United States
1 week ago

Go is an incredible tour guide. He took us around Tokyo for 2 days. He is knowledgeable, flexible, a great communicator and has a wonderful sense of humor. I would hire him again and again and again. 5 stars for Go!

Erin F.Canada
1 week ago

We had a wonderful time exploring Tokyo with our fantastic guide, Go! From the very beginning, his communication was exceptional. He provided us with lots of helpful information before the tour and continued to share fascinating insights and tips throughout the day. Go was incredibly knowledgeable and struck the perfect balance between sharing the history and culture of Tokyo while keeping everything interesting, engaging, and fun. He genuinely wanted to make sure we saw the sights that interested us most and was extremely flexible, adapting both the itinerary and pace to suit our preferences. His ability to navigate us effortlessly around such a busy city was amazing! He also gave us plenty of valuable advice and insider tips that were helpful when we explored Tokyo on our own. One of the highlights was the delicious lunch he arranged for us at Tsukiji Market. Go clearly knows all the best places to eat and made sure we experienced some wonderful local food. Most importantly, Go was friendly, thoughtful, accommodating, and genuinely committed to making our experience memorable. We had a fantastic day and couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to Tokyo. We highly recommend Go to anyone visiting Tokyo! Thank you, Go, for such a wonderful and memorable tour!

Dimitre M.United States
3 weeks ago

We had an excellent experience with our private guide - Go Yoshida - in Tokyo. The seven-hour itinerary was thoughtfully designed and offered a wonderful balance of history, culture, traditional neighborhoods, and contemporary architecture. Starting at Meiji Shrine, we gained a deeper appreciation of Shinto traditions, the Meiji Restoration, and the remarkable forest surrounding the shrine. The architectural walk through Omotesando was another highlight, showcasing some of Tokyo’s most impressive contemporary buildings by internationally renowned architects. I particularly appreciated how the guide connected the architecture to the broader evolution of the city. The visit to Nezu Shrine offered a glimpse of old Tokyo and its Edo-period heritage, while Yanaka was a real highlight for its preserved atmosphere, traditional streets, and sense of everyday life in the city. Ending in Asakusa, with Senso-ji Temple and the surrounding historic district, provided a fitting conclusion to a fascinating day. The itinerary was well paced, covered a diverse range of places, and gave us a much richer understanding of Tokyo than we could have gained exploring on our own. The combination of iconic landmarks and less touristy neighborhoods was especially rewarding. I would highly recommend Go Yoshida to anyone looking to explore Tokyo beyond the usual sightseeing checklist and gain a deeper appreciation of its history, architecture, and culture.

Nancy H.United States
3 weeks ago

Highly recommend this tour with Go. It is a great way to see Tokyo and to understand how to navigate the trains. Go is an excellent guide and loves to share information and history. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo.

Ka'Imi L.United States
3 weeks ago

Our guide, Go, was a fantastic person to lead our group of 3 through the amazing city of Tokyo. He was extremely knowledgeable and even made adjustments to accommodate interests that came up in the moment. We learned a great deal of the history of the city which put everything in perspective as we checked out so many sites. I cannot recommend enough what a wonderful experience you will have.

Leeny H.United States
4 weeks ago

We absolutely loved our two days with Go! If you want to see some of the best sites in Tokyo efficiently, book a tour with Go. He helped us learn to navigate the subway system which was so helpful for the rest of our trip. He was a wonderful educator, teaching us about the customs around temples and shrines. details about buddhism and some of the finer points of sushi eating! We loved going to the market with him and having lunch at one of his favorite spots. Go was enjoyable to talk to and was so helpful in helping me find some beautiful knives to bring back to the states. He was knowledgeable, personable and fun to be with. Would highly recommend him if you are looking for a good tour of Tokyo.

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

SAMPLE ITINERARY 9:00 Meet at your hotel or a subway/train station. No pickup from Yokohama hotels or cruise ships. 9:30 Meiji Shrine: Famous Shinto shrine in a vast 70-hectare forest ,dedicated for Emperor Meiji. 10:30 Harajuku ,Takeshita Street and Omotesando : Center of pop culture and fashion ,modern architecture 11:40 Shibuya: Famous Scramble Crossing, like Times Square, and Hachiko, royal dog statue 12:20 Ginza: Tokyo's most famous upscale shopping district. 13:00 Tsukiji outer fishi market ands lunch 14:40 Imperial Palace Plaza and Tokyo Station: Palace plaza and historic station (no entry Palace and East garden). 15:30 Akihabara: Tokyo's Electric Town and a center of manga, anime, computers, video games 16:40 Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple: Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple. 17:30 Tour ends at Asakusa Station.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway

subway,train and walking ,taxi when necessary

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Pick up service at hotel
What's not included
Other: Guide's lunch, admission fee
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Services
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Meeting location

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1114202
Languages
English
Japanese
Activity level
High

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Tokyo is perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time who want to experience the city's main attractions in just one day. It's ideal for travellers interested in both modern and traditional aspects of Tokyo, and those who want to learn how to navigate the city's trains and subways. Go Y. can customize the tour to suit your preferences, whether you prefer a leisurely pace or want to explore by taxi.

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Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
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