--- title: "Tokyo Private Tour: One Day Highlights" lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 174 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 100 duration_minutes: 420 languages: [ja, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 20 of 63 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-private-tour-one-day-highlights/ --- # Tokyo Private Tour: One Day Highlights **Guidekin's take:** Link Asakusa, Meiji Jingu Shrine and Shibuya by public transport on a private tour for your party. A guide, fares and hotel pickup and drop-off within Tokyo's twenty-three wards are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.96 from 100 reviews at €174 per person for 7h. In our comparison: #20 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This tour offers the perfect balance between Tokyo’s rich tradition and cutting-edge modern culture all in one day. From the historic charm of Asakusa and the spiritual serenity of Meiji Jingu Shrine to the futuristic Shibuya, you'll experience the full spectrum of Tokyo's personality. It's ideal for first-time visitors and repeat travelers looking to go beyond the typical tourist path, with curated local insights and stops that combine iconic landmarks with hidden gems. ・Explore Tokyo’s fashion-forward districts, packed with trendsetting shops and unique boutiques ・Break from the city buzz at the serene Meiji Jingu Shrine (This tour is also Muslim Friendly) ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:00, 09:30, 10:00: 3 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €174 per person - Duration: 7h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 100 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Trip Designer Inc. - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Japanese, English - Start times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.96 from 100 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 100 of 100. - 5 stars: 96 (96%) - 4 stars: 4 (4%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the tailored itineraries and help navigating Tokyo; expect plenty of walking. **Praised:** - Guides explain the history and cultural meaning of the sights - Itineraries and pacing adapted to personal interests and family needs - Help navigating trains and stations builds confidence for later exploring - Local lunch choices that accommodate food preferences - Practical restaurant and sightseeing tips for the rest of the trip **Complaints:** - Lots of walking between sights and public transport - Late bookers report substituting another tower when Shibuya Sky was unavailable Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-05-03 to 2026-10-16); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - English speaking guide - All Fees and Taxes - Public transportation - Photos of Tour Participants - Hotel pick up & drop off (In 23 wards of Tokyo) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Taxi / Private Car or Bus ## Itinerary 1. **Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center** (15m) - This tourist center designed by Kengo Kuma, the famous Japanese architect is not not just a valuable source of sightseeing information, but one of Asakusa’s newest attractions in the area. This 8-story building, has a very striking structure with the appearance of a stack of... 2. **Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)** (15m) - When approaching Sensoji temple, visitors will walk through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), the outer gate of Sensoji Temple and the symbol of Asakusa and the entire city of Tokyo. A shopping street of over 200 meters, called Nakamise, leads from the outer gate to the... 3. **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... 4. **Asakusa Shrine** (10m) - Asakusa Jinja Shrine, is a shrine of the native Japanese Shinto religion, which is located very close to the famous Buddhist temple of Sensoji. The shrine is much smaller than its grand neighbor, and compared with the bustling crowds at Sensoji, the shrine’s grounds are much... 5. **Sumida Park** (10m) - is located near Asakusa station and along the Sumida River where you can enjoy amazing views of Tokyo Skytree without any obstructions while relaxing with the breeze from the river. . You can see beautiful scenery especially at the season of cherry blossoms which is usually... 6. **Shibuya Crossing** (15m) - near the Shibuya Station is crossed by as many as 500,000 people per day, and at a peak time, as many as 3,000 people cross at one green light! For Japanese who are used to seeing this view is nothing to be surprised about, but tourists seem to be marveled that everyone... 7. **Hachiko** (5m) - “Hachiko, the faithful dog,” is a bronze statue of a dog in the plaza in front of the Shibuya Crossing, and the spot surrounding the statue is a standard meeting spot for local Japanese. There are always many people there so perhaps it might be stressful to dome of you, but... 8. **Meiji Jingu Shrine** (45m) - 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... 9. **Takeshita Street** (30m) - The 350-meter Takeshita-dori Street, starting across the road from JR Harajuku Station, is geared towards Tokyo's fashion and trend-conscious set. Lots of famous celebrities from all over the world also come here to shop —despite its reputation for being kawaii cute, there... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - 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 - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - A minimum of 1 people is available. - A maximum of 10 people per booking - Wheelchair users should book our "Full-Day Accessible Tour of Tokyo" available separately on Viator. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €348 | €174 | | 4 | €556 | €139 | | 6 | €696 | €116 | 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 · #20 of 63** | €174 | 7h | 4.96 (100) | 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 #20 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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