Private tour in Tokyo Ken T

Tokyo Toilet Tour

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Ken T.

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Hi! I am Kentaro (or "Ken"), working as a nationally licensed tour guide since 2015. Other than spending five years of my childhood in the US (State of Oregon), I have lived in the Greater Tokyo area my entire life. After graduating from college, I initially spent about 10 years working with a container shipping company headquartered in Singapore before making the shift to the tourism industry. My tour guiding focuses on central Tokyo and use the excellent public transportation system - perhaps one of the most efficient in the entire world. Not only is it the best way to quickly get around the city, it also gives you a good view of the way of life for locals living in Tokyo. After doing a tour with me, you should feel a lot more confident in being able to navigate the city on your own. I have tours of various themes suitable not just for first-time visitors to the city but repeating travelers who are seeking something different from their previous stays. During my time off, I also like to travel internationally just like you; I've done many visits to various parts of both Europe and Asia. Some of my tour content is inspired from my own experience of traveling. Thanks for reading this far into my profile and I look forward to assisting you with your Tokyo stay! ---Qualifications--- National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (2012-) Domestic Travel Service Supervisor (2020-) ---Transportation--- Tours are provided with the combination of walking and use of public transport. I do not offer the option of using a private vehicle. ---Restriction--- Due to my other work, I cannot do tours that would span multiple dates.

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

This tour with a niche theme is intended mainly for fans of Japanese architecture or guests who have seen the movie about them. It was back in 2020 when some of the top names in Japanese architecture joined a project to redesign public restrooms in Tokyo's Shibuya district. The project got additional attention when Wim Wenders featured them in his film "Perfect Days" . The itinerary will allow for a quick sample of the different styles of each of the architects including Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma. A total of 17 toilets opened within a span of 4 years, from 2020-2023. The visit will include several key locations featured in the film, such as the lush green space where Hirayama, the main character always had his lunch. Because of the very specific approach of this tour, guests seeking a more general guidance of Tokyo would be advised to look into my other tours.

Recent Reviews

Melinda B.United States
March 2026

This was the best tour we've ever taken in any city we've ever been to. We booked it because of Perfect Days and a love of architecture with the bonus of knowing we would get an intro to Tokyo public transportation from a local. Ken delivered. He was so kind and so knowledgeable. We learned so much more than we expected about this special public architecture project and about Tokyo more broadly. What a great introduction to this incredible city. Thank you, Ken! It was the perfect day!

Joey H.United Kingdom
March 2026

Excellent tour by Ken. Very informative about Tokyo all around. Impeccable English! Thank you!

Michael M.United States
October 2025

This was a tour of the toilets and a few locations from the film Perfect Days. Idk how many people would be into that but if you’re as obsessed with the film as I am this is the tour for you! Just for context I flew from NY to Tokyo strictly because I found this tour. So yes…I was willing to spend 23 hrs to fly around the world to see public toilets. Don’t judge. Ken was on time, friendly, spoke English really well and was very knowledgeable. We had messaged a few times before the start of the tour to discuss the schedule and where we would meet and he always replied in a timely manner. The tour was about 4 hours long and was very well paced. He picked me up at my hotel and had planned the tour so that I was within walking distance of my hotel.

Andrew D.United Kingdom
October 2025

Excellent guide and interesting route learning about architecture of the toilets and other buildings such as local housing . Ken was a good guide . Enjoyed the Shinto temple too .

Lee W.
May 2025

We had a great tour with Ken Tanaka. In addition to the toilets he showed us highlights of Shibuya and the surrounding area, pointing out many things we would not have noticed ourselves and explaining them in an interesting manner. A great review of the toilets as art and architecture and an engaging introduction to Shibuya.

Diane B.
May 2025

Despite very wet weather, Ken gave us a fascinating tour of Shibuya. Fans of modern architecture and design will enjoy this tour.

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

This is a project that is entirely in the Shibuya area of Tokyo but it is spread out, so we will be doing short rides on the trains in addition to walking between the sites. On this tour, you will see works by the famous Japanese architects such as Tadao Ando, Kengo Kuma, Toyo Ito and Shugeru Ban. We will finish at Shibuya Station which will be a convenient location for going to other areas of Tokyo. Of course, you can choose to stay and explore the area a little more.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Public transportation is used for this tour.

What's included
Other: I will pay for my own transportation fees
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What's not included
Other: Your transportation fee.
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Shibuya, Tokyo, 151-0063, Japan

Yoyogi Fukamachi Mini Park/Address: 1-54-1 Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku (The guide will send you details with a map link after confirming your booking).

Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
TV And Movie
Tour reference number
1137772
Languages
Japanese
English
Activity level
Moderate

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This private tour is perfect for fans of Japanese architecture and those who have seen the film "Perfect Days." It's a unique experience focusing on the innovative public restrooms in Shibuya designed by top architects like Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma. If you're interested in niche themes and architectural design, this tour is ideal for you.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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