Tokyo private tour using subway: Discover traditional and modern Japan!
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Overview
Don't you think it would be great if a local guide familiar with Tokyo makes a perfect itinerary that satisfies your interest? Wouldn't you like to know a bit more than what are written in your guide book? Would you like a cheerful and friendly guide who tells you history and background of each spot? If you say "yes", why not enjoy Tokyo sightseeing with me? What are you most interested in? History, culture, religion, custom, food, art, architecture, fashion, latest amusement, everyday life of Japanese, or all of them? I'll guide you according to your requests. I really feel happy when my guests fully enjoyed their stay in Japan. I'd like to help make your trip more memorable and enjoyable!
NOTE: It's a private tour, so you can change destinations flexibly; examples of other destinations are the Imperial East Garden, Shibuya, Yanaka, Ueno, Ameyoko, Akihabara, Roppongi, Odaiba, Sumida River cruise, Hukagawa hudoudou(Goma-wood burning rite), Kiyosumi garden, Hukagawa Edo museum etc.
NOTE: It's a private tour, so you can change destinations flexibly; examples of other destinations are the Imperial East Garden, Shibuya, Yanaka, Ueno, Ameyoko, Akihabara, Roppongi, Odaiba, Sumida River cruise, Hukagawa hudoudou(Goma-wood burning rite), Kiyosumi garden, Hukagawa Edo museum etc.
Inclusions
- guide fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Tsukiji Jogai Market, 4-16-2, Tsukiji, Chuo 104-0045 Tokyo Prefecture
The famous Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market has gone. But Tsukiji "outer" market: complementary market of the wholesale market still exists and welcomes visitors. You'll see hundreds of small shops selling every kind of food or cooking utensils like Japanese knifes, potteries etc. There're also many casual restaurants, buffets, stalls selling Japanese food you can try while strolling. The biggest feature is the atmosphere of the good old-days. You'll also see many fish stores like ones that used to be in the old Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market.
NOTE: The Tsukiji "wholesale" market moved to Toyosu area in October 2018. In this tour you cannot see tuna auctions that are now held in Toyosu market.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1, Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture
Senso-ji temple is a Buddhist temple having a graceful five-storied pagoda and the famous Kaminarimon gate with a huge red lantern. Nakamise shopping arcade in front of the temple is the best place to find Japanese souvenir.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1 Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture
Harajuku is a fashion capital for Japanese teenagers. Especially Takeshita street, a quarter-mile alley starting from JR Harajuku station, has so many clothes and sweets shops enthusiastically supported by young people.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Omotesando, Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture
Sophisticated shopping area full of stylish architectures designed by world-leading architects. Lined with elm trees, it's so pleasant to stroll along the street appreciating beautiful buildings.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Meiji Jingu Shrine, 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, Shibuya 151-8857 Tokyo Prefecture
A traditional Shinto shrine located in a tranquil forest. In the serine atmosphere, you'll see a magnificent Torii gate, sake barrels as offering to the god and beautiful halls. I'll explain about Shintoism: the main concept, the relation with the other important religion, Buddhism and how it works in everyday life in Japan today.
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Tsukiji Jogai Market, 4-16-2, Tsukiji, Chuo 104-0045 Tokyo Prefecture
The famous Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market has gone. But Tsukiji "outer" market: complementary market of the wholesale market still exists and welcomes visitors. You'll see hundreds of small shops selling every kind of food or cooking utensils like Japanese knifes, potteries etc. There're also many casual restaurants, buffets, stalls selling Japanese food you can try while strolling. The biggest feature is the atmosphere of the good old-days. You'll also see many fish stores like ones that used to be in the old Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market.
NOTE: The Tsukiji "wholesale" market moved to Toyosu area in October 2018. In this tour you cannot see tuna auctions that are now held in Toyosu market.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1, Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture
Senso-ji temple is a Buddhist temple having a graceful five-storied pagoda and the famous Kaminarimon gate with a huge red lantern. Nakamise shopping arcade in front of the temple is the best place to find Japanese souvenir.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1 Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture
Harajuku is a fashion capital for Japanese teenagers. Especially Takeshita street, a quarter-mile alley starting from JR Harajuku station, has so many clothes and sweets shops enthusiastically supported by young people.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Omotesando, Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture
Sophisticated shopping area full of stylish architectures designed by world-leading architects. Lined with elm trees, it's so pleasant to stroll along the street appreciating beautiful buildings.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Meiji Jingu Shrine, 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, Shibuya 151-8857 Tokyo Prefecture
A traditional Shinto shrine located in a tranquil forest. In the serine atmosphere, you'll see a magnificent Torii gate, sake barrels as offering to the god and beautiful halls. I'll explain about Shintoism: the main concept, the relation with the other important religion, Buddhism and how it works in everyday life in Japan today.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Alberto_H
April 2023
Highlight of my trip! Got a wonderful tour of Tokyo on my first day and she provided not just a tour of some of the highlights (Tokyo is so big and beautiful!) but also gave us background, context, tips and recommendations tailored to my interests. Since it was my first time in Tokyo she also did...
Highlight of my trip! Got a wonderful tour of Tokyo on my first day and she provided not just a tour of some of the highlights (Tokyo is so big and beautiful!) but also gave us background, context, tips and recommendations tailored to my interests. Since it was my first time in Tokyo she also did a wonderful job of making sure we knew how to take the trains and load my suica card etc and gave me the basics to help me orient myself and navigate the city. She provided background and even showed me some hidden gems along the way. Our guide was so kind and helpful and reached out before to see what we were interested in seeing in Tokyo and really planned a wonderful experience. Highly recommended to anyone visiting. Tip: I started the tour a bit earlier (during rush hour) and we got the unforgettable experience of rush hour crowds so I would suggest not starting between 7-9 unless you’d like to experience what a packed train really feels like 😂. Lesson learned, what a wonderful trip!evangeliabessi
November 2022
Excellent experience, we had a lovely time in Tokyo sightseeing with Jolly our guide and an equally super fun one evening Karaoke. Jolly accompanied us and sang with us, we enjoyed ourselves very much, sheer fun. Jolly is particularly helpful and well prepared guide, professional and mindful. she...
Excellent experience, we had a lovely time in Tokyo sightseeing with Jolly our guide and an equally super fun one evening Karaoke. Jolly accompanied us and sang with us, we enjoyed ourselves very much, sheer fun. Jolly is particularly helpful and well prepared guide, professional and mindful. she would see to our wishes and needs. Jolly is very considerate and the makes her one of the kind. See you again next time Jolly san. Mata nepaulrsd
October 2022
Jolly is a fantastic guide who we endorse without qualification. She showed us sites and provided insights we’d never even imagine. The Tokyo subways are simple when Jolly is your guide. Follow her for a great day.
Jolly is a fantastic guide who we endorse without qualification. She showed us sites and provided insights we’d never even imagine. The Tokyo subways are simple when Jolly is your guide. Follow her for a great day.don a
February 2020
Our tour guide (Jolly) was excellent. She met us at our hotel and took us to the sites that we had requested. She was very knowledgeable of Tokyo and guided us through the subway to reach our destinations. She even helped us locate the platforms that we would take for our train the next day. We...
Our tour guide (Jolly) was excellent. She met us at our hotel and took us to the sites that we had requested. She was very knowledgeable of Tokyo and guided us through the subway to reach our destinations. She even helped us locate the platforms that we would take for our train the next day. We could not have ask for a better guide. She was very friendly, pleasant and knowledgeable and easy to work with. I would highly recommend Jolly if you are looking for a local guide using the subway in Tokyo.