First-time visitors to Tokyo who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private tour. Experience both modern and ancient Tokyo at attractions like the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and more. Foodies will be kept satisfied with lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and shopaholics will love Asakusa

Learn about the culture and history of Tokyo from your English-speaking guide
An easy way to see many places in one day of sightseeing
This tour includes architecture, food, landscapes, shopping, and more
Receive personalized attention on a private tour

What's Included

Tour Guide
Private Tour
Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own
Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Harajuku Station
1 Chome-18 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
JR Harajuku Station East Exit (at the foot of the stairs leading to the streets)

End point

Asakusa Sta.
1-chōme-1-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

What To Expect

Meiji Jingu Shrine

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tokyo Tower

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Tsukiji Fish Market

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Imperial Palace

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Senso-ji Temple

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Please wear comfortable clothing as this tour involves a lot of walking.
This tour involves a lot of walking and taking public transit.

The tour begins and ends in different locations. If you would like to change the location of where the tour ends, please consult with your tour guide.
We seek your kind understanding that the meeting place cannot be changed.
If you do not arrive at the specified starting place after 60 minutes from the agreed meeting time, the tour will be considered canceled
The travel expenses are not included in the tour fee. Please bring extra money to experience this tour to its fullest. (Entrance fees, transportation fees, activity fees, etc. - at least about JPY 3,800)
Most travellers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Traveller Photos

Traveller Tips

Prepare to be exhausted though as it's very compact, a lot of walking and train ride but super worth it.

Reviews

5.0

413 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Lots of attractions seen....

Michelle_M, June 2023

Lots of attractions seen. Great to have a guide through the train system. Sam was very knowledgeable about the history and monuments. Only wish there was a little more time to spend at Tsukiji and Akasuka to wander around.

Good overview

Bernice_Y, June 2023

Hina was an excellent guide and explained the history of various places such as the Meiji Shrine and Imperial Palace to us. Would advise tourists to check on the opening hours of various places of interest. For example, Tsukiji Market is closed on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you would like to include it as part of the tour, book it on the other days.

Tokyo partial English tour

Mary_A, June 2023

I booked this tour because of the amazing reviews. I think our tour could have been better with a different guide. Harada was a very nice man, but his English was terrible and was very difficult to understand. His time management was not great, hind sight being 20/20, we could have skipped the walk up Takeshita Dori talking about the architecture of the buildings, we also could have done Shibuya crossing on our own. It was after 5PM by the time we got to Sensoji Temple, so the temple and all the shops were closed. Harada said we couldn’t go inside which wasn’t true. We went back the next day to shop and go inside the temple. This tour extended to 8 hours, we were exhausted. Shorter tour with less stops would have been better. We didn’t feel any personal connection like I’ve experienced on other tours.

Great trips and Excellent Guide!!

claudia_m, June 2023

Our host was amazing!!! All the explanations help us to understand the Japan culture and the places we went where great.

An immersive tour

Srinath_N, June 2023

We were a family of four and first time visiting Tokyo. Our guide Tetsu gave us a highly immersive tour of must see places in Tokyo. We were glad we could experience best of Tokyo during the tour.

EXCELLENT

Chrystal_C, June 2023

Meiji Jungo Shine, was an experience of nature that surpasses all that came before. That was just the first sight was visited....

Great private tour!

Jessica_F, May 2023

My husband and I booked this tour during our stay in Tokyo. We had Yoshi as our tour guide and had an amazing time with him! He was very understanding and accommodating of our preferences, and was very knowledgeable of Japanese history and facts. Please come prepared with a Suica or Passmo card for an easy tour, and get ready to walk a lot! We had lots of fun on this tour!

Excellent Tour

ERNESTO_T, May 2023

Our guide Mutoh was great He took us to all the sites and explained all of them Took many pictures of us as well Excellent service and very knowledgeable Thank you Mutoh

I hit a home run with this tour.

Robert_H, May 2023

I could not have asked for anything better. From start to finish, everything was excellent. Mura was an excellent host and guide. I will go home with great memories and knowledge gained with and from Mura. At the end of the day I could say that it was just two guys sharing insight and becoming friends. Again, I could not be happier with the day and so glad I selected this tour.

Great day in Tokyo

Laurie_L, May 2023

Our guide was great and we enjoyed the informative and fun experience Our guide was very nice and very accommodating

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great time with our guide and enjoyed the informative and fun experience. We strive to provide excellent service and accommodate our guests' needs. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we hope to assist you in your future travels!

First trip to Tokyo

arthur_g, May 2023

Great experience! East to get around Tokyo! Great experience with guide! I recommend this trip for anyone coming to Tokyo for the first time!

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for your positive review! We're glad to hear that you had a great experience exploring Tokyo with our guide. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future!

Great day in Tokyo

Silke_G, May 2023

Great day with our tour guide Ayaka 👍😊. We would recommend this tour to everyone who visits Tokyo for the first time. Ayaka has been a very friendly guide. Thanks

Response from Host, May 2023

We're thrilled to hear that you had a great day with Ayaka as your tour guide! It's wonderful to know that you found her to be friendly and that you would recommend this tour to others visiting Tokyo for the first time. Thank you for choosing our tour and for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We appreciate it!

chibow awesome guide!

Giulia_T, May 2023

ChiBow is an excellent guide. Loved the time in Tokyo and all the explanations about culture and history

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that ChiBow provided you with an excellent guiding experience in Tokyo. Exploring the city while learning about its rich culture and history is truly a remarkable way to immerse yourself in the local atmosphere. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for more captivating journeys in the future!

Unmissable experience!

Marco_M, May 2023

Complete experience of the city with detailed explanations of the various places visited. Our guide was very knowledgeable and managed to introduce us to the city of Tokyo, I highly recommend this tour for a first knowledge and exploration of the city.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that our tour provided a comprehensive and informative exploration of Tokyo. It's wonderful to know that our knowledgeable guide made your visit memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for further discoveries in the future!

Great tour and pleasant guide

Steven_M, May 2023

We enjoyed our tour. Our guide Ayaka was very pleasant and flexible. There was a lot of walking in the tour, but we had great time.

Response from Host, May 2023

We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Ayaka! It's wonderful that she was pleasant and flexible, catering to your needs during the tour. We understand that there was a lot of walking involved, but we're thrilled to know that you had a great time overall. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to see you again for another enjoyable experience!

Tokyo all must see was a great introduction to Tokyo

Gerard_M, May 2023

Rieko our guide met us and explained what we would be doing during the day. Rieko was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable she made sure we were happy at all times. We enjoyed the places we went to and would definitely recommend this tour.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted that Rieko provided a friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable experience for your tour. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again in the future.

Extraordinary Guide

Lawrence_B, May 2023

Noriko went beyond our expectations. My husband forgot one of his medications from the States and Noriko arranged for him to see a doctor to get a new prescription as well as finding the medication in a pharmacy. We still had time to see most of the highlights on the tour

Response from Host, May 2023

We're delighted to hear that Noriko went above and beyond to ensure a fantastic experience for you and your husband! Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future!

Tom is great!

Jen_T, May 2023

Our guide Tom was fantastic! He shares so many great details and has some amazing stories. He took a lot of photos of us and shared them with us immediately upon completion of the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to a first time visitor to Tokyo. Ask for Tom!

Response from Host, May 2023

We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience with our guide Tom! It's wonderful that he provided you with interesting details, captivating stories, and memorable photos. Thank you for recommending our tour to first-time visitors to Tokyo. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!

Even rain couldn't dampen our tour!

Barb_T, Apr 2023

Our first day in Japan was a wet one, but we were excited to see the sites and Joji didn't disappoint. We saw the Meiji Shrine, the grounds of the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Shrine in Asakusa and beautiful Ueno Park. We also strolled through a number of arcades (covered streets) and enjoyed a donburi bowl for lunch and a little dessert and coffee later in the tour. Joji explained the history of the Edo period and the Meiji restoration as we visited the different areas. We were delighted to see that the sakura (cherry blossoms) were in full bloom and not falling off the trees due to the rain. Ueno park was absolutely stunning and a highlight of our tour. A perfect time of year to visit!

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with Joji! We're thrilled to hear that despite the rain, Joji's knowledge and enthusiasm made your first day in Japan unforgettable. The sights, including the stunning cherry blossoms, added to the charm of the tour. We appreciate your high recommendation!

Our Tokyo experience

JOSEFA_S, Apr 2023

My mom, my sister and I had a wonderful and memorable bonding time in Tokyo and our experience was heightened by Lily, our very hospitable tour guide who was very accommodating of my mother’s limitations in a wheelchair. Navigating the train and metro was made easy by the very helpful personnel. Despite the rainy weather, Lily was able to show us the sights, food and culture with patience and excitement. Thank you Lily and Viator for the experience!

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience in Tokyo with Lily as your tour guide. We're delighted that she provided a hospitable and accommodating experience, especially considering your mother's wheelchair limitations. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable adventures!

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