A Half-Day Must-See Sites Tour In Tokyo

Highlights
Tokyo
English
4 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 6 people

You wiil be able to visit 2 or 3 popular sightseeing places in Tokyo. Here, I recommend going 3 suggested tours for you.

Plan A: Meiji Jingu Shrine/ Harajuku, Takeshita Street, Omotesando/ Shibuya Scramble Intersection & Faithful dog Hachi statue.

Plan B: Tsukiji FIsh Market (Outer market)/ Ginza/ Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa,

Plan C: Akihabara/ Ueno/ Kanei-ji Temple.

Whichever plan you choose, you will be able to visit the popular sightseeing destinations in the most efficiently way.

Shinya E.

4.86 / 5
(44 reviews)

Meeting Point

In your hotel lobby in Tokyo

09:00 AM

In your hotel lobby

I'll pick you up at your hotel lobby in Tokyo

Plan A: Meiji-Jingu Shrine/ Harajuku, Takeshita Street, Omotesando / Shibuya Pedestrian Scramble Crossing/ Hachi-ko Dog Statue

Meiji-Jingu Shrine, one of the most prestigious Shinto Shrine in Tokyo./ Harajuku,Takeshita Street is a center of "Kawaii"(Cute) fashion in Tokyo. / Omotesando is the district of sophisticated adult fashion, and has many buildings designed by famous architects. / Shibuya Scramble Crossing, famous as the busiest intersection in the world/ The bronze Statue of Hachi-ko Dog is named after loyal dog "Hachi-ko". It is a true story about "Hachi-ko" who waited for over nine years for his master, a professor Ueno Hidesaburo (1872~1925) to return every day in front of Shibuya Station after his master's death.

Plan B: Tsukiji Fish Market (Outer Market)/ GInza/ Asakusa district including Senso-ji Temple

Tsukiji FIsh Market (Outer Market), you are able to see & eat a variety of local foods./ Ginza; a district of prestigious luxury boutiques, restaurants, and shops./ Asakusa district & Senso-ji Temple; Asakusa is a famous sightseeing spot in Tokyo, which is reminiscent of the Edo period. Senso-ji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo, one of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Tokyo. There is a shopping arcade in the precincts of the temple called "Nakamise". It is the best place to buy traditional Japanese souvenirs, such as chopstics, bathrobe-style kimono, T-shirts with kanji characters on them, Japanese dolls, toy swords, and green tea in Tokyo.

Note: Every Sunday and Wednesday, major shops of Tsukjji close.

Plan C: Akihabara/ Ueno district including Kanei-ji Temple

Akihabara is an ineresting town because this district has two features. One is that Akihabara is Japan's largest electric appliance shopping district in Tokyo. There are more than 600 electtonic stores in this district. The other is that Akihabara is a center of "Otaku Culture", or "nerd culture". There are many stores specialized in manga/comics or animated films. There are unique cafes such as maid cafe and animals cafe originated in Akihabara, such as hedgehogs, cats, and owls. You are able to enjoy touching the animals at the animals' cafes./ Ueno district is famous for its cherry blossom viewing place in spring, and it has also some museums and a zoo. / Kanei-ji Temple was built in the 17th century. It was build to pray for the safety of Tokugawa Shogunate and the peace of all people.

01:00 PM

At your hotel or around the end of the tour's site

I'll leave you At your hotel or around the end of the tour's site

Ending Point

At your hotel or around the end of the tour's site

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee, Hotel pick-up fee

What‘s not included

・Transportation fee (about 5 USD for you and guiede)

・Lunch, if necessary; lunch (about 10 USD per person, for you and guide)

Important Information

Please see the calendar for availability.

☆What's included

Guide fee

Hotel Pick-up fee

☆What's not included

Transportaion fee (you and guide)

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

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Ratchadaporn A.

5 / 5
Aug 19, 2024

Unforgettable Mt. Fuji Tour with Shinya: The Perfect Guide for a Fun and Delicious Experience!

We had the pleasure of having Shinya as our guide for the Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Lake Ashi one-day tour from Tokyo, and he truly made the experience unforgettable! Shinya’s knowledge and enthusiasm added so much fun to the trip, and he effortlessly guided us to all the must-see spots. One of the highlights was when Shinya asked if we liked cheesecake. When we said yes, he took us to a fantastic spot by Lake Ashi with the most delicious cheesecake and the best soft serve we've ever had. It was a delightful surprise and just one example of how Shinya goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has a great time. Even outside the tour, Shinya was incredibly helpful. When we asked him about local food, he recommended a spot in Tokyo Station. We ended up buying a lot of delicious food there, thanks to his great suggestion! If you’re looking for a guide who knows the area well and adds a personal touch to the experience, Shinya is your guy! Highly recommend him for your Mt. Fuji adventure. Paan Anukul

Shinya E.

Hi Paan, What a wonderful review! I am truly honored to receive such a terrific review. Your review will be one I will never forget! Thank you so much. I am very very glad to hear that you enjoyed today. I am looking forward to seeing you again in the future. Until then, let's keep each other in good health. Shinya

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Candace P.

5 / 5
Jul 28, 2024

Incredible experience!

Our family of 5 (3 kids aged 12, 15 and 17) adored our 2.5 days with Shinya. He was highly knowledgeable, kind, patient, easy to get along with and a pleasure to learn from. We could not recommend him more and plan to let our friends back home know that he is an ideal guide if ever in Tokyo!

Shinya E.

Candace, Thank you so much for your review. I could not be more pleased with this excellent review. It was very good for me to know you and your family. I look forward to seeing you and your family again in Japan or in the U.S.A.!

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Beryl H.

5 / 5
Jul 3, 2024

Wonderful experience!

Our tour with Shinya was great from start to finish. He made superb choices in what buildings to show us. I addition to famous landmarks, he covered some of his personal favorites. He has a deep love for the city and knowledge about it that was reflected in the tour. It was an excellent introduction to the city. We also appreciated that he communicated with us frequently about the pace and asked for our input.

Shinya E.

Dear Beryl, Thank you so much for writing the review. I am so glad to hear that you liked my preference architectures, which I chose!! I am glad you enjoyed my tour!! Thanks to you, I also enjoyed taking with all of you. See you soon again in Japan. Shinya

Milagros W.

5 / 5
Jun 23, 2024

Amazing time, very knowledgeable

Shinya, took 10 of us all around akihabara area for 4 hours and not once did we have any issues. He was very knowledgeable, courteous, and even gave recommendations for other places in Japan to visit. Will eventually use his tour again when we return to Japan

Shinya E.

Dear Milagros, Thank you so much for your review. I am very glad to hear that you and your friends enjoyed the tour, it rained, though. I look forward to seeing you again soon in Japan! Shinya

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