Select 3 to 4 destinations from the list below (6-hour tour)

Asakusa - This tour offers a more efficient way to explore Tokyo in a single day. Start at your hotel and travel to any desired location. Choose 3 to 4 spots from the list below to customize your tour with your guide!

Senso-ji Temple - Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji), also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple, is a Buddhist temple in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo’s most vibrant and popular temples.

Imperial Palace - This tour does not include access to the interior of the Imperial Palace
The current Imperial Palace is situated on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in central Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family.

Edo Castle was once the seat of the Tokugawa shogun who ruled Japan from 1603 until 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the country’s capital and imperial residence were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. In 1888, construction of a new Imperial Palace was completed. The palace was destroyed during World War Two and rebuilt in the same style afterward.

Tokyo National Museum - The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan’s top-level national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum, and the Kyushu National Museum. It was originally established in 1972 at Yushima Seido Shrine and moved to its current location in Ueno Park a few years later.

The Tokyo National Museum boasts one of the largest and finest collections of art and archaeological artifacts in Japan, comprising over 110,000 individual items, including nearly a hundred national treasures. At any given time, about 4,000 different items from the permanent museum collection are on display. Additionally, temporary exhibitions are held regularly. Good English information and audio guides are available.

Tsukiji Fish Market - Discover the historic fish market in Tokyo!

Akihabara - Akihabara (秋葉原), also known as Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo famous for its numerous electronics shops. In recent years, Akihabara has gained recognition as the center of Japan’s otaku (diehard fan) culture, with many shops and establishments devoted to anime and manga now scattered among the electronic stores in the district. On Sundays, Chuo Dori, the main street through the district, is closed to car traffic from 13:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 from October through March).

Hamarikyu Gardens - Hama Rikyu (浜離宮, Hama Rikyū) is a large, attractive landscape garden in central Tokyo. Located alongside Tokyo Bay, Hama Rikyu features seawater ponds that change level with the tides and a teahouse on an island where visitors can rest and enjoy the scenery. The traditionally styled garden stands in stark contrast to the skyscrapers of the adjacent Shiodome district.

Shibamata - Shibamata (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 to see is the Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, not far from the station.

Nezu - 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 tucked away among shitamachi’s narrow back alleys, traditional wooden houses, izakaya pubs, atmospheric coffee shops, and retro stores selling old-style sweets and snacks. Here you can slip back in time to a slower-paced, more genteel Tokyo.

Ueno Park - 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 famous cherry blossom party spot.

Select 3 to 4 destinations from the list below (6-hour tour)

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden - Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo’s largest and most popular parks. Located a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the park’s spacious lawns, meandering walking paths, and tranquil scenery provide a relaxing escape from the busy urban center around it. In spring, Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to see cherry blossoms.

Rikugien Garden - Rikugien (六義園) is often considered Tokyo’s most beautiful Japanese landscape garden alongside Koishikawa Korakuen. Built around 1700 for the 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Rikugien literally means “six poems garden” and reproduces in miniature 88 scenes from famous poems. The garden is a good example of an Edo Period strolling garden and features a large central pond surrounded by manmade hills and forested areas, all connected by a network of trails.

Yoyogi Park - Yoyogi Park (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 for a nice cherry blossom viewing spot in spring. Furthermore, it is known for its ginkgo tree forest, which turns intensely golden in autumn.

Takeshita Street - 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 point of Harajuku’s teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques, used clothes stores, crepe stands, and fast food outlets geared towards the fashion and trend-conscious teens.

Meiji Jingu Shrine - 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 densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.

The shrine was completed and dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the passing of the emperor and six years after the passing of the empress. The shrine was destroyed during the Second World War but was rebuilt shortly thereafter.

Shibuya Crossing - This tour offers a more efficient way to explore Tokyo in a single day. Start at your hotel and travel to any desired location.

Koishikawa Korakuen Garden - 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 Korakuen after a poem encouraging a ruler to enjoy pleasure only after achieving happiness for his people. Koishikawa is the district in which the garden is located.

Kabukicho - 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, Golden Gai seems to have remained largely unchanged.

The alley is narrow and cramped with countless signs advertising the various establishments that line the way. Many of the buildings themselves are made of wood, remnants hanging on from the Showa Era. Most measure only around thirteen square meters (one hundred forty-two square feet). It’s a dim, boisterous place filled with the aromatic smoke of grilling meats. Yet despite the nearly endless number of slick new restaurants available in Shinjuku, this little alley continues to draw the attention of foreign tourists. Golden Gai is a popular “un-touristy” tourist spot.

Tokyo Tower - Only up to the main deck, top deck is not included
The retro cute version of Tokyo Skytree! This vermillion tower has been a symbol of Tokyo for a generation and can be seen in the background of many famous animes!

Odaiba District - 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 possible attacks from the sea and specifically in response to the gunboat diplomacy of Commodore Perry.

More than a century later, the small islands were joined into larger islands by massive landfills, and Tokyo began a spectacular development project aimed to turn the islands into a futuristic residential and business district during the extravagant 1980s. But development was critically slowed after the burst of the “bubble economy” in the early 1990s, leaving Odaiba nearly vacant.

• Private Vehicle
• Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites per day from the list on the tour page
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

• You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
• Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under the list on tour page.

Embark on a seamless, two-day exploration of Tokyo with a government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guide!

Tokyo is a vibrant city teeming with energy and attractions! However, navigating the intricate metro system can be exhausting and challenging, especially for those with mobility concerns. At Japan Guide Agency, we are delighted to offer a customizable, private guided tour complete with a vehicle!

Given Tokyo’s vastness, being one of the world’s largest metropolitan areas, a single day is insufficient. Tokyo offers a blend of modernity and tradition, and your knowledgeable private guide will ensure you make the most of two full days in this dynamic Japanese capital. Share your interests with us, and we will tailor a six-hour tour each day to suit your preferences!

Note: Tours accommodate a maximum of 15 participants. If traveling with children aged 0-6, please notify us when booking. Each vehicle is equipped with up to 2 car seats.

• There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.