For TOKYO First Timers: Customized Private Walking Tour 2-8H

For TOKYO First Timers: Customized Private Walking Tour 2-8H

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8h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Explore the highlights of the traditional parts of Tokyo and how they intertwine with its modern parts. We create and arrange your ideal itinerary that will perfectly match your interest and schedule.

Tokyo can be overwhelming for first time visitors, with so many things to see and do. Take the hassle out of visiting Tokyo with a private, customizable tour. Select the sights and activities that suit your interests and schedule, from the ultra-modern Akihabara neighborhood to traditional Meiji Jingu, and more. Get an intimate perspective of the city by touring on foot, supplemented by public transport if you like.

We can take you to Asakusa, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, Tsukiji, Ueno, or Tokyo imperial palace.

Receive personalized attention to suit your interests
The tour is available for between two and eight hours
Ideal for first-time visitors wanting an introduction to Tokyo Learn more about the city than you would touring alone

Activity location

Kaminarimon Gate
- 2-3-1
- 111-0032, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tōbu-Asakusa Sta.
- 1
- 111-0032, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

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2 hour option

8h
English

Duration: 2 hours
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

P 767.30 x 1 AdultP 767.30

Total

4 hour option

8h
English

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

P 1,534.59 x 1 AdultP 1,534.59

Total

Asakusa Luxury Kimono Tour, 4H

8h
English

Luxury Kimono Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

P 3,836.48 x 1 AdultP 3,836.48

Total

What's included, what's not

Exploration of quiet backstreets
Hotel Pick-up
Walking and Public Transportations
Tour Customization
Public transportation
Meals
Private transportation

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Kaminarimon Gate

20m

Travelers will start their experience by meeting at the iconic Kaminarimon, the grand entrance gate to Sensō‑ji Temple and one of Tokyo’s most recognizable landmarks. Here they will stand beneath the massive red lantern, learn the stories behind the wind and thunder gods that guard the gate, and hear how Kaminarimon has watched over Asakusa from the time it was a riverside temple town to its role in modern Tokyo.

Senso-ji Temple

40m

Travelers will step into the grounds of Sensōji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, and your guide will explain the legend of the fishermen who discovered the Kannon statue and how this led to the founding of the temple in the 7th century. As they approach the vivid main hall, they will learn how to visit respectfully, including bowing at the entrance, offering coins, and saying a silent prayer to Kannon, the Buddhist deity of mercy enshrined here.

Ueno Park

1h

Ueno Park, one of Tokyo’s most expansive and historically rich public spaces, is a magnificent cultural oasis in the heart of the city. Famous worldwide for its spectacular cherry blossoms in the spring, the park offers a beautiful year-round escape filled with scenic walking paths, serene ponds, and lush greenery. Your guide will introduce you to the park's vibrant atmosphere, pointing out its historic shrines, stunning temples, and celebrated cultural institutions. You'll discover how this beloved gathering spot beautifully balances Tokyo’s natural beauty with its artistic and historical legacy.

Akihabara

1h

Akihabara, globally renowned as Tokyo’s vibrant "Electric Town," is the ultimate epicenter of Japanese tech culture and anime fandom. Travelers will step into a neon-lit wonderland where towering skyscrapers house multi-floor electronics mega-stores alongside specialized indie shops. Your guide will navigate you through a fascinating subculture paradise filled with vintage video games, rare anime collectibles, and manga cafes. Beyond the pop-culture excitement, you'll discover how this dynamic district evolved from a post-war black market for radio parts into a world-famous symbol of modern Japanese innovation.

Tsukiji Fish Market

1h

Tsukiji Outer Market, once the bustling gateway to the world’s largest wholesale seafood market, remains the vibrant beating heart of Tokyo’s food culture. Travelers will navigate a lively maze of narrow streets packed with hundreds of traditional stalls, historic vendors, and wholesale shops. Your guide will lead you through this culinary paradise, where you can sample fresh-off-the-boat sushi, grilled skewers, savory tamagoyaki (Japanese omelets), and local street delicacies. Along the way, you'll discover how Tsukiji's deep merchant heritage continues to thrive, keeping centuries-old Japanese food traditions alive.

Ginza

1h

Ginza, Tokyo’s premier upscale shopping and entertainment district, seamlessly blends ultra-modern luxury with historic sophistication. Travelers will walk down its glamorous main avenues, lined with dazzling flagship boutiques, world-class department stores, and cutting-edge architectural marvels. Beyond the high-end fashion, the area is renowned for its elite dining scene, featuring renowned sushi bars, traditional tea houses, and contemporary cafes. Your guide will highlight the fascinating contrast between Ginza’s fast-paced modern retail culture and its deep-rooted history as a silver coin mint during the Edo period.

Imperial Palace

1h

Ueno Park, one of Tokyo’s most expansive and historically rich public spaces, is a magnificent cultural oasis in the heart of the city. Famous worldwide for its spectacular cherry blossoms in the spring, the park offers a beautiful year-round escape filled with scenic walking paths, serene ponds, and lush greenery. Your guide will introduce you to the park's vibrant atmosphere, pointing out its historic shrines, stunning temples, and celebrated cultural institutions. You'll discover how this beloved gathering spot beautifully balances Tokyo’s natural beauty with its artistic and historical legacy.

Shinjuku Golden Gai

1h

Shinjuku Golden Gai, a legendary architectural time capsule nestled in the heart of Tokyo’s most bustling nightlife district, offers an intimate glimpse into the city's post-war history. Travelers will wander through a fascinating network of six narrow, atmospheric alleys packed with over 200 miniature, ramshackle bars, each boasting its own unique theme and eccentric charm. Your guide will share the area's rich artistic heritage—long favored by writers, directors, and musicians—and navigate you through this cozy nocturnal maze where old-world Tokyo nostalgia thrives in the shadow of Shinjuku's modern skyscrapers.

Takeshita Street

1h

Takeshita Street, the vibrant and bustling pulse of Harajuku, is the world-famous epicenter of Japan's kawaii (cute) culture and extreme street fashion. Travelers will plunge into a kaleidoscopic pedestrian avenue lined with eccentric boutiques, trendsetting fashion shops, and colorful purveyors of pop-culture merchandise. Your guide will introduce you to the unique youth subcultures born here and point out the street's most iconic treats, from towering, photo-ready sweet crepes to rainbow cotton candy. It’s a sensory-filled journey through Tokyo's most expressive, playful, and cutting-edge fashion district.

Location

Activity location

Kaminarimon Gate
- 2-3-1
- 111-0032, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tōbu-Asakusa Sta.
- 1
- 111-0032, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

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