--- title: Private Customizable Walking Tour of Tokyo lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 184 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 91 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 7 of 63 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/private-customizable-walking-tour-of-tokyo/ --- # Private Customizable Walking Tour of Tokyo **Guidekin's take:** A private tour for your party explores Tokyo on foot and by subway, with a route and length tailored to you. A guide and hotel meet-up are included; subway fares, food and drinks cost extra. 5 from 91 reviews at €184 per person for 4h–8h. In our comparison: #7 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Private Customized Walking Tours combine Tokyo’s must-see sights with hidden gems. Morning, afternoon and evening start times available. Choose your tour length; 4 to 8 hours. Our ethos is ‘like-a-local’. This is a culturally immersive walking tour, meaning that you will travel around Tokyo on foot and using the excellent public transport system….like a local! Throughout the tour you will learn about Japan’s culture, customs, history and local way of life. Feeling hungry? We’ll get you eating like a local too! Your tour is flexible and will be paced to your speed and requirements. Specialist topics of interests can all be covered; architecture, religion, politics, street art, general history, WW2 history, food, instagramable highlights, pop/movie/anime culture. Ideal for people with limited time, or those who want a comprehensive overview of Tokyo prior to exploring further on their own. Simply indicate your interests and enjoy an itinerary specific to you. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 18 start times: between 08:30 and 17:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €184 per person for the 4-hour Customized Walking Tour option; other options up to €269 - Duration: 4h–8h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 91 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Hello! Tokyo Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 18 start times between 08:30 and 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 5.0 from 91 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 91 of 91. - 5 stars: 91 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise personalised routes, cultural insights and subway guidance; rain can affect the walking experience **Praised:** - Routes tailored to personal interests, with flexibility over stops and pace - Clear explanations of Japanese history, customs and everyday life - Subway guidance that helps travellers explore independently afterwards - Local food stops and useful recommendations for the rest of the trip - Patient guides who keep children engaged and accommodate different paces **Complaints:** - Rain and poor weather can affect the walking experience Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-08-11 to 2026-10-15); last checked 2026-11-08. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 4-hour Customized Walking Tour | €184 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 4 hours Pickup included | | 5-hour Customized Walking Tour | €205 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 5 hours Pickup included | | 6-hour Customized Walking Tour | €227 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 6 hours Pickup included | | 7-hour Customized Walking Tour | €248 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 7 hours Pickup included | | 8-hour Customized Walking Tour | €269 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 8 hours Pickup included | ## What's included - Children aged 11 years and under are free of charge - just tell us they are coming! - Professional guide - Hotel meet-up and drop-off ## Not included - Public transportation (subway) costs are excluded. You will need to purchase a travel pass. - Food and drinks - Please note that tours with hotel pick-ups, are still walking tours. Travel is on the subway ## Itinerary 1. **Shibuya** (30m) - The frantic fashion first centre of modern Japan. Join the crowds and make your way across the Shibuya Crossing; the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world! Meet the bronze statue of Hachikō the ‘faithful dog’. Check out the trendy stores of Centre-Gai. Your exact itinerary... 2. **Situated right next to the Meiji Shrine, this is the youth fashion center of ...** (30m) - Situated right next to the Meiji Shrine, this is the youth fashion center of Japan. Explore the trendy backstreets of Harajuku. Packed full of street art, wacky youth fashion, animal cafes and instagramable food; it is the epitome of quirky Japan. Stroll the streets of Aoyama... 3. **Meiji Jingu Shrine** (30m) - Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine in the heart of a beautiful 700,000 m2 forest. Learn about Japan’s indigenous religion of Shintoism. Your exact itinerary will be designed according to your interests. Is it not possible to see all of Tokyo on one tour 4. **Shinjuku** (30m) - Tokyo’s greatest entertainment district packed full of tall buildings and neon lights. Soak in the view of the entire Tokyo metropolitan area from the observatory on the the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. See the life-size Godzilla head peaking over... 5. **Asakusa** (45m) - The historic centre of Tokyo housing Tokyo’s oldest temple and many traditional craft shops. Shop for authentic souvenirs at Nakamise Shopping Street; a 250 metre stretch of fantastic stalls on the approach to the Sensoji Temple. Admire the waterfront view along the... 6. **Senso-ji Temple** (30m) - Visit Sensoji temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple dating back to 628. Learn about Buddhism. Your exact itinerary will be designed according to your interests. Is it not possible to see all of Tokyo on one tour 7. **Akihabara** (20m) - Tokyo’s anime, manga, video game, and electronics centre. Prepare for a sensory overload! Stroll around Akihabara for a one-of-a-kind cultural experience. The favourite hangout place of diehard fans of gaming, manga and anime you are sure to see some interesting characters... 8. **Marunouchi** (30m) - Tokyo’s sleek business district surrounding the Imperial Palace. Impressive architecture and great food. Access the areas most notable architectural highlights; Tokyo International Forum, Tokyo Station and the KITTE building. Eat at a Gado Shita (small restaurant under the... 9. **The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin** (30m) - Visit the Imperial Palace East Garden and get up close to the some of the remnants of Edo Castle, including the moat walls. Your exact itinerary will be designed according to your interests. Is it not possible to see all of Tokyo on one tour. 10. **Nihonbashi** (30m) - The original centre of all trade and commerce from the Edo Period (1603 to 1868) Nihonbash is steeped in history and packed with traditional food and craft shops. Learn about the foundation of Japanese cooking with an introduction to Umami and traditional Japanese ingredients... 11. **Tsukiji Fish Market** (30m) - Explore the former home of the worlds largest fish market and world-famous tuna auction. The ‘inner market’ and auction has now moved to Toyosu but the ‘outer market’ remains. Packed with fresh fish, delicious cooked foods and cooking related homewares this is a bustling... 12. **Yanaka** (30m) - A nostalgic downtown district filled with hundreds of temples, delicious sweets and a unique tea house to experience a traditional tea ceremony. Explore the cemetery and learn about Japanese traditions surrounding death. Snack on traditional sweets such as manju and anmitsu... 13. **Tokyo Skytree** (30m) - is the world's tallest tower standing at 634 meters. Observation deck tickets can be 'added on' to your tour. Your exact itinerary will be designed according to your interests. Is it not possible to see all of Tokyo on one tour. 14. **Tokyo Tower** (30m) - A symbol of Japan's post-war rebirth as a major economic power, Tokyo Tower was the country's tallest structure from its completion in 1958 until 2012 when it was surpassed by the Tokyo Skytree. Tickets for the observation deck can be 'added on' to your tour. Your exact... 15. **Shibuya Sky** (30m) - One of the greatest observation decks in all of Tokyo. This observation deck features a 360-degree observatory overlooking all of Tokyo. Tickets can be 'added on' to your tour. Your exact itinerary will be designed according to your interests. Is it not possible to see all of... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18 start times between 08:30 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - If you cancel more than 24 hours in advance we will give you a full refund (excluding the booking service fee). ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €368 | €184 | | 4 | €492 | €123 | | 6 | €600 | €100 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Sightseeing & City Tours start at €90 per person. ## Compared with other Sightseeing & City Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 63** | €184 | 4h–8h | 5.0 (91) | private | | [Tokyo Private Discovery Tour / Unique Insights & Must Sees](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-private-discovery-tour-unique-insights-must-sees/?format=md) | €109 | 4h | 5.0 (289) | private | | [Private Tailor-made Akihabara Anime Tour with a Local Otaku Guide](/japan/tokyo/tours/private-tailor-made-akihabara-anime-tour-with-a-local-otaku-guide/?format=md) | €138 | 3h | 5.0 (185) | private | | [Tokyo Customized Private Tour (Must See Places in 1 Day)](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-customized-private-tour-must-see-places-in-1-day/?format=md) | €127 | 2h | 4.95 (2463) | private | Ranked #7 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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