--- title: Private Day Tour in Tokyo with Government-Licensed Guide lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 95 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 63 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [ja, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 13 of 63 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/private-day-tour-in-tokyo-with-government-licensed-guide/ --- # Private Day Tour in Tokyo with Government-Licensed Guide **Guidekin's take:** Choose three or four Tokyo sights on a private tour for your party, with a walking route shaped around your interests. A licensed guide is included; public transport fares, lunch and attraction tickets cost extra. 5 from 63 reviews at €95 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #13 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This private tour is a walking day tour to suit your interests and needs. You can choose from a selection of recommended sights to create your ideal itinerary. Or you can request what you would like to do then we would propose the perfect private tour customized for you. Our friendly Government-licensed local guide will provide an efficient 1-day tour. It will be an unforgettable memory for you. Please note that a private vehicle is not included. Public transportation is used to transfer between sites. Taxis are also available on request. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 9 start times: between 09:00 and 13:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person for the Walking tour using subway option; other options up to €260 - Duration: 6h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 63 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Travel Tokyo Agency - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Japanese, English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 9 start times between 09:00 and 13:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 5.0 from 63 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 63 of 63. - 5 stars: 63 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value tailored routes and help with the subway, though hot weather can make outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of Tokyo's history, culture and shrine customs - Flexible itineraries tailored to family interests and energy levels - Practical help learning to use the subway and navigate the city - Local lunch recommendations, especially sushi and ramen restaurants - Clear English and responsive communication before the tour **Complaints:** - Hot weather made outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable for some Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2023-10-22 to 2026-05-13); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Walking tour using subway | €95 / person (for 2+ people) | Japanese, English | Pickup included | | Chartered taxi option | €260 / person (for 2+ people) | Japanese, English | Chartered taxi Pickup included | ## What's included - Meet up with guide in Tokyo - Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list. - Licensed Local Guide ## Not included - Transportation fees (24 hour Metro Pass : Adult-1100 yen, Child-550 yen) - Lunch - Entry/Admission - Shibuya Sky (Adults-3,400 yen) - Entry/Admission - Tokyo Tower Observation Decks (Adult-1,500yen) - Entry/Admission - Tokyo Skytree Observation Decks (Adult-Weekdays-2,100yen, Holiday-2,300yen) - Entrance fees (If you want to enter an additional facility) ## Itinerary 1. **Meiji Jingu Shrine** (40m) - Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the... 2. **Takeshita Street** (20m) - Harajuku (原宿) refers to the area around Tokyo's Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles but also offers shopping for adults and some historic sights. The focal... 3. **Shibuya Sky** (40m) - A 360° open-air observation deck located on the roof of the Shibuya Scramble Square skyscraper. 4. **Shibuya Crossing** (10m) - The only place where 7 crossroads come together and the lights all turn red at the same time. Thousands of pedestrians then all cross at the same time. Just amazing. 5. **Tokyo Tower** (40m) - Built-in 1958, Tokyo Tower serves as a symbol of Tokyo’s rebirth after World War II. The towering structure stands 333 meters tall, becoming a ubiquitous photo spot for tourists. Two observation decks provide extensive views across the city and a four-story complex on the... 6. **This well-known temple stands next to Tokyo Tower, and its grounds contain th...** (20m) - This well-known temple stands next to Tokyo Tower, and its grounds contain the mausoleum of the Tokugawa family. 7. **Tsukiji Fish Market** (1h) - Japan is known for its fresh seafood, and this small-group tour explores the outer Tsukiji Fish Market, where Tokyo's top chefs shop for high-quality fish. Your guide leads you through the sprawling, 80-year-old market to visit fishmongers and food vendors. Sample a range of... 8. **Imperial Palace** (40m) - The current palace was constructed in the same spot where Edo Castle used to stand. Most of the palace grounds are not open to the public except for the East Gardens, which are accessible on select days. 9. **Tokyo Skytree** (40m) - The Tokyo Skytree (東京スカイツリー) is a television broadcasting tower and landmark of Tokyo. It is the centerpiece of the Tokyo Skytree Town in the Sumida City Ward, not far away from Asakusa. With a height of 634 meters (634 can be read as "Musashi", a historic name of the Tokyo... 10. **Asakusa** (10m) - This popular Tokyo neighborhood is home to many shops and restaurants as well as the famed Senso-ji Temple. 11. **Senso-ji Temple** (30m) - Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples. The legend says that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida... 12. **Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)** (10m) - The stores in this neighborhood sell kitchen equipment and paper supplies to the city's restaurants. Of note are the specialty plastic food items, which are placed in restaurant windows to show passersby what goodies are being served inside. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 09:00 and 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point SHIBUYA SCRAMBLE SQUARE B2F Entrance Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €190 | €95 | | 4 | €192 | €48 | | 6 | €288 | €48 | 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 · #13 of 63** | €95 | 6h | 5.0 (63) | 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 #13 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €7240, median €122; typical length 4h. 48 of 63 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tokyo-city-tours/?format=md ## More in Tokyo - All Tokyo tours: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/private-day-tour-in-tokyo-with-government-licensed-guide/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/?format=md