--- title: Tokyo Customized Private Tour Explore Your Way in 1 Day lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 114 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 31 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [ja, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 63 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-customized-private-tour-explore-your-way-in-1-day/ --- # Tokyo Customized Private Tour Explore Your Way in 1 Day **Guidekin's take:** A questionnaire shapes a Tokyo walking route around your hobbies and preferred pace on a private tour for your party. Guiding is included, but the survey must be completed at least a day ahead; meals and transport for you and the guide are extra. 5 from 31 reviews at €114 per person for 4h–8h. In our comparison: #27 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This tour is private and fully customized to your interests and needs. Before the tour, you’ll be asked to complete a short questionnaire about not only the places you would like to visit, but also your hobbies, preferred pace, and the kinds of experiences you would like to have. Our Tokyo experts will then design your ideal itinerary just for you. Whether you’re looking for a plan that the whole family can enjoy, a tour focused on your personal hobbies, or a shopping route to find the items you want in Japan — we can tailor it all to your requests. Perfect for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers, this tour lets you explore Tokyo through a route designed uniquely for you, experiencing its charm in the most personal way. Learn about Tokyo from a professional and friendly local guide, and discover this vast city without getting lost. You’ll also gain insider local tips directly from your private guide. Please note that meals and admission fees are not included. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - 9 start times: between 08:00 and 16:00 - Food not included: Meals & Drinks (for you & guide) - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €114 per person for the 4hour option; other options up to €348 - Duration: 4h–8h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 31 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Fuji Tour - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Japanese, English - Start times: 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 5.0 from 31 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 31 of 31. - 5 stars: 31 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise flexible itineraries, local knowledge and considerate pacing; no recurring caveat appears in the supplied reviews. **Praised:** - Itineraries adapt to personal interests and requests - Knowledgeable guides explain local history and everyday culture - Clear English and thoughtful answers make explanations easy to follow - Flexible pacing and route changes help travellers stay comfortable - Useful recommendations help visitors plan the rest of their stay **Complaints:** - No recurring complaints are reported in the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 30 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2025-10-25 to 2026-10-17); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | 4hour | €114 / person | English, Japanese | Duration: 4 hours: Please complete the survey at least 24 hours before your tour. Otherwise, the tour will be cancelled with a full refund. Pickup included | | 6hour | €261 / person | English, Japanese | Duration: 6 hours: Please complete the survey at least 24 hours before your tour. Otherwise, the tour will be cancelled with a full refund. Pickup included | | 8hour | €348 / person | English, Japanese | Duration: 8 hours: Please complete the survey at least 24 hours before your tour. Otherwise, the tour will be cancelled with a full refund. Pickup included | ## What's included - Visit about 2-3 places on a 4-hour tour, 3-5 on a 6-hour tour, or 4-6 on an 8-hour tour - Customizable Walking Tour - Professional Local English Speaking Guide ## Not included - Private Vehicle - Meals & Drinks (for you & guide) - All Transport Fares (for you & guide) - Optional, additional fee applies - Personal expenses ## Itinerary 1. **Asakusa** (5m) - The locations below are just examples of what you can explore. Your itinerary will be fully customized around your interests, preferences, and tour duration. Your guide can combine some of the places listed below with other destinations across Tokyo to create an experience... 2. **Imperial Palace** (5m) - This tour does not include access to the inside of the Imperial Palace** The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the... 3. **Shibuya Crossing** (pass by, no stop) - Said to be the busiest crossing in the world, Shibuya Scramble is a marvel of modern cities. You can also visit the loyal Hachiko dog statue here! 4. **Tsukiji Jogai Market** (5m) - Explore the old fish market in Tokyo! 5. **Meiji Jingu Shrine** (5m) - 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... 6. **Akihabara** (5m) - (秋葉原), also called Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo that is famous for its many electronics shops. In more recent years, Akihabara has gained recognition as the center of Japan's otaku (diehard fan) culture, and many shops and establishments... 7. **Koishikawa Korakuen Garden** (5m) - Koishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園, Koishikawa Kōrakuen) is one of Tokyo's oldest and best Japanese gardens. It was built in the early Edo Period (1600-1867) at the Tokyo residence of the Mito branch of the ruling Tokugawa family. Like its namesake in Okayama, the garden was named... 8. **Senso-ji Temple** (5m) - 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... 9. **Yoyogi Park** (5m) - (代々木公園, Yoyogi Kōen) is one of Tokyo's largest city parks, featuring wide lawns, ponds and forested areas. It is a great place for jogging, picnicking and other outdoor activities. Although Yoyogi Park has relatively few cherry trees compared to other sites in Tokyo, it makes... 10. **Takeshita Street** (5m) - 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... 11. **Odaiba District** (5m) - Odaiba (お台場) is a popular shopping and entertainment district on a man made island in Tokyo Bay. It originated as a set of small man made fort islands (daiba literally means "fort"), which were built towards the end of the Edo Period (1603-1868) to protect Tokyo against... 12. **Shibamata** (5m) - (柴又) is a neighborhood on the eastern end of Tokyo, not far from the Edogawa River which is the natural border between Tokyo and Chiba Prefecture. The town retains its old-school charm from yesteryear and is a perfect break away from modern Tokyo. One of the main attractions... 13. **Nezu** (5m) - Having miraculously avoided major damage during world wars and natural disasters, Yanaka and Nezu—two of the neighborhoods that make up shitamachi, Tokyo's old downtown—retain their last-century charm. You'll find historical sites such as Yanaka Cemetery and Nezu Shrine... 14. **Shinjuku Golden Gai** (5m) - Golden Gai is said to have started around 1950 when the black market that had arisen in front of Shinjuku Station moved and, in this new area, a number of eating and drinking establishments set up shop. Although Shinjuku has undergone considerable modernization since then,... 15. **Tokyo Tower** (5m) - Only up to the main deck, top deck is not included** The retro cute version of Tokyo Sky tree! This vermillion tower has been a symbol of Tokyo for a generation and can be seen in the background of many famous animes! 16. **Gotokuji Temple** (5m) - , located in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo, is a Buddhist temple that is said to be the birthplace of the maneki-neko, or “luck-inviting cat figurine.” These small statues, which portray a cat sitting up and beckoning with its front paw, have become quite popular all over the... 17. **Ueno Park** (5m) - About half a dozen museums, a zoo, a Toshogu Shrine and the Shinobazu Pond are just some of Ueno Park's attractions. Ueno Park is also Tokyo's most notorious cherry blossom party spot. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - 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. ## 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 - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The stops listed in the itinerary are examples of places you can visit. Your guide plans your route around your interests based on your survey answers. - Please contact us if you are running late. If we are unable to reach you within 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, the booking may be considered a no-show. - Please request any special needs (strollers, wheelchairs, or dietary restrictions) when booking. We cannot accommodate requests made without prior notice. - Please complete the survey before your tour so that we can tailor the experience to your interests and preferences. A link to the survey will be sent to you after booking. If the survey has not been completed at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time, the tour will be cancelled and a full refund will be issued. ## Compared with other Sightseeing & City Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 63** | €114 | 4h–8h | 5.0 (31) | 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 #27 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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