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Viator · Private tour

8-hour Tokyo tour by qualified tour guide using public transport

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VIATOR5.0(7)TRIPADVISOR5.0(9)

Description

This is a Tokyo private tour guided by an experienced tour guide that has been licensed by the government. This tour uses public transport to visit popular sights in Tokyo. If you would like a private car, please contact us separately (extra charge). Depending on your interests, you can change the place you visit. Start time is also flexible. Basic courses include shrines, temples, Japanese gardens, modern architecture, history and culture. Take a tour and learn a lot about Tokyo. Let's enjoy Tokyo together!

Tour Options

Eight-hour tour of Tokyo with a qualified tour guide using public transportation
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

60 min

The most popular shrine in Japan for the new year visit here for the first 3 days every year. It is dedicated to the spirits of Meiji Emperor and Shoken Empress.

60 min

Popular shopping street among young people and tourists. You may feel Japanese pop culture if you walk this on street.

120 min

"Must visit" area in Tokyo. Main spot is Sensoji Temple. It is the oldest temple in Tokyo built in 628. It is one of the oldest shopping street named Nakamise-dori Street. It is one of the oldest shopping Streets in Japan established around the beginning of the 18th century. We will have lunch in this area. You can choose your favorite meal from various options. You can enjoy old Japan in this area.

Admission not included60 min

Circuit style Japanese Gardens on Tokyo Bay. You can enjoy picturesque scenery of ponds, trees, bridges, etc. which describe the paradise in Buddhism as well as modern Tokyo such as Rainbow Bridge, Tall Buildings in Shiodome area and Odaiba area. You can also experience Japanese tea and Sweets at the tea house on the pond. You may feel old and modern Japan at the same time here.

Admission not included60 min

Lastly, we will see Tokyo from 150 meter hight! Tokyo Tower is still quite a popular place even after Tokyo Skytree was built.

60 min

Outside Market Tour

60 min

Tour of Eastern Gyoen and Gaien

Highlights

Guide fee
Hotel pickup

What's included

Included
Guide fee
Hotel pickup
Not included
(For participants and guides)
Entrance fee (Hamarikyu Garden, Tokyo Tower), etc.
Transportation expenses (for participants and guides)

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotels in Tokyo

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(16)

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O1380YAreneeg
May 2, 2026
Insightful

Our guide Kei was extremely knowledgeable in explaining Japanese history culture and the city surrounds- exceeded our expectations. I felt honoured to have him as our guide and can’t wait to learn more! Highly recommend

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy to know that you enjoyed our tour. Japan is a country with a long history, and it's not easy for visitors to fully understand it, but with a good guide, you can understand it much better. We believe that a better understanding of Japanese history will make your stay in Japan more fulfilling. We would be very happy to assist such visitors.

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stevmar2016
March 17, 2026
Great guide…strenuous 8 hrs!

We had a wonderful time. Kei was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and good English. I highly recommend Kei. We saw so many sights. Kei helped us get discounted 3 day tourist subway passes and we are now Tokyo subway travel experts. Warning-this is an 8-hr walking tour! My wife and I had fit bits and we measured over 24,000 steps each, maybe 10 miles, much up and down subway stairs. This is NOT an easy tour but you see a lot in 8 hours! Maybe 4 or 6 hours is appropriate for most travelers…just realistic! Again, many kudos to Kei!

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the tour. As you said, an 8-hour walking tour might be a bit hard for many people, and 4- or 6-hour tour would be more realistic. However, for those who are confident in their physical stamina and want to fully enjoy Tokyo, we recommend the 8-hour tour.

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arlenecL9007BD
March 15, 2026
Best intro to Tokyo!

Nobu san was our guide and we really enjoyed his knowledge as we visited so many sites! Temples. Shrines, Gardens, etc. it was exactly what we wanted for an intro to Tokyo! As much as we enjoyed not staring at Google Maps to navigate, we also loved learning from his insights!

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy to know that you enjoyed our tour. Tokyo is an attractive city for many tourists. But we think that learning a little about its history and culture will make your stay even more enjoyable. It is a great pleasure for us to help tourists in this way. Nobu

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Happiness35074872881
March 13, 2026
Great Tour of Tokyo

Great trip led by guide. Super flexible to what we wanted to see along with his must see’s. Kei was first class!

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy to know that you enjoyed our tour. We always do our best to ensure our guests have a good and enjoyable stay in Tokyo. Thank you again for taking our tour.

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brigittebH2887RE
August 21, 2025
Excellent guided tour

We liked the guided tour with our guide Koba san very much! The Communication before the tour via email was easy with fast responses. We meet in time in our hotel. The program is very flexibel and was arranged as per our wishes. Our guide Koba san was very knowledgable, very kind and helpful. We learned a lot about japanese way of life. The schedule of the tour was adapted as per our needs and we made sufficient breaks. Overall a very good experience!

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy that you enjoyed our tour. Tokyo is a fascinating city, but it's even more fascinating with a good guide. We are always looking to provide our guests with an enjoyable stay in Tokyo. Office Zipang

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Ted_D
June 14, 2025
Amazing Tour of Tokyo

Thank you so much for the amazing tour of Tokyo! My wife and I had a fantastic time. The itinerary that our guide, Nobu, organized was spot-on for what we were hoping to see, and we really appreciated his help navigating and translating along the way.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. I am so happy to know that you enjoyed my tour. There are still many other attractive places in Tokyo, so please let me show you around the next time you come to Tokyo. I look forward to seeing you again. Nobu

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Rick_N
May 15, 2025
Ultimate Tour for 1-Day in Tokyo

Nobu was the perfect guide for us. With only a single day to explore Tokyo from our cruise ship, we hit all the major sights. Nobu was professional and engaging, providing great insights into Japanese history, religion, current economic conditions and challenges. Fabulous lunch at a local restaurant, and Nobu guided us expertly through the maze of subways connecting the various sights. Truly an amazing day, but for any non-walkers prepare for steps exceeding 25,000.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed my tour. I also appreciate your honest comments. The course on this day was for people with good stamina, so the walking distance was long, but there are also shorter courses available. (The course is customized to suit each guest.) I would be very happy to help visitors to Tokyo enjoy its best features. Nobu

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Christopher_G
October 17, 2024
Highly recommend this!

Nobu was flexible with where we wanted to go, very knowledgeable, and spoke good English. He made recommendations that we appreciated and taught us how to use the subway system throughout the day.

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Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. I'm very happy to know that you enjoyed my tour. It is always a great pleasure for me to make your stay in Tokyo more enjoyable. Thank you again for having me as a guide. Nobu

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Gregory_R
September 11, 2024
Having not been to Japan...

Having not been to Japan before, we signed up for this tour in hopes of seeing some Tokyo highlights and to get familiar with the public transportation system. While we accomplished those goals, our guide Nabu Sato was amazing and painted a picture of Tokyo and Japan that took our breath away. His command of Japanese history, sociology and economics combined with his willingness to offer his opinions gave us insights into Japan and its people that we would never have gotten on other “bus type” tours. We are walkers/hikers so the miles we walked were not problematic for us, but I am sure Mr. Sato tailors each trip for his client’s interest and abilities. Over the next two days we have traveled all over Tokyo with Suica card in hand, confident and ready to move on to Kyoto!

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Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. I'm very happy to know that you fully enjoyed my tour. Tokyo is a city full of charm, but it's sometimes not an easy place for first-time visitors. I believe that if you spend your first day with a guide like me, you will be able to travel more efficiently and learn a lot. It is my great pleasure to make such visitors' stay in Tokyo even more enjoyable. Thank you again for having me as a guide. Nobu

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Gavin_S
March 28, 2024
Amazing Tour of Tokyo

We got to visit many parts of Tokyo at a very quick pace but it didn't feel rushed. Our guide was amazing and made the tour very memorable. Would highly recommend!

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Operator response

Thank you very much for your review. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the tour. Since we provide private tours, we always try to proceed with each guests' pace. Office Zipang