Meeting Point:Mitaka Station, 3-chōme-46-1 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, JapanWe will meet at the south exit of Mitaka Station. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. Your guide will be holding a Ghibli-themed sign.
Description
【Ghibli Museum Guided Tour】
▪️Guaranteed Entry with Reserved Tickets
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Welcome! I offer personalized Tokyo experiences.
My most popular service is the Ghibli Museum, Mitaka Tour, including reserved tickets, support at Mitaka Station, and helpful guidance before and after your visit.
Step into the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli and enjoy immersive exhibits, photo spots, and its magical atmosphere.
【 SPRING NOTE 】
Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons to visit this area.
If the timing is right, you may also enjoy cherry blossoms at Inokashira Park, right next to the museum.
With 20+ years of local knowledge, I also introduce Mitaka and nearby Kichijoji to enrich your day.
Local walks, translation, and voice-over services are also available.
I look forward to welcoming you.
Maximum 5 guests, first-come, first-served.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Sun
Start times
12:30 PM
Next available
Sun, Oct 18
Adult (ages 17–64)
$129
Youth (ages 6–16)
$129
Child (ages 2–5)
$129
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Private Ghibli Museum Tour 3 hours
Duration: 3 hours: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours including museum entry assistance.
Itinerary
Ghibli Museum
Admission included120 min
Ghibli Museum, Mitaka Tour
The ticket is already secured for a specific date and time, so you are guaranteed entry.
A guide will accompany you inside, making it a safe and worry-free tour.
What's included
Included
Maximum 5 guests per tour. Tickets are pre-secured and available only for up to 5 participants (first come, first served).
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Tokyo
Starting price $129 is 65% above the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,174 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ghibli Museum Private Tour take?
Ghibli Museum Private Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Ghibli Museum Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $129 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Ghibli Museum Private Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 12:30 PM.
How much does Ghibli Museum Private Tour cost for children?
Children aged 2–5 pay from $129, adults from $129.
Can I cancel Ghibli Museum Private Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting Point:. Mitaka Station, 3-chōme-46-1 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan. We will meet at the south exit of Mitaka Station. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. Your guide will be holding a Ghibli-themed sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Ghibli Museum Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Ghibli Museum Private Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by kcig.TokyoJp.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Natalia_B
April 22, 2026 · via Viator
great opportunity to...
great opportunity to visit Ghibli Museum, very helpful local guide, will be not able to visit without Viator, now looking for offers for my next trip!
Operator response
I’m truly happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Ghibli Museum and that my guidance helped make your experience special.
It was a pleasure meeting you, and I really appreciate your kind words and support.
I hope you have many more amazing trips in Japan, and I would be very happy to welcome you again on your next visit!
Thank you again very much.
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Sari_L
April 12, 2026 · via Viator
Ghibli visit
Wonderful museo. We were two groups; our family and two men, friends together.
The guide was in trouble with the two, they were late, in the wrong place, didn’t read the instructions. I felt pity for the guide, and of course it was disturbing for us, too.
There is always people, who doesn’t care. And in the end, we were ready to go in, the other man had to go the toilet… just like a little child.
Of course, nothing can be done… I think, that your instructions were very clear and easy to follow.
Thank you for the nice guide and your company to give us a chance to get in fully booked Ghibli museum!
Operator response
Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review.
I truly appreciate your understanding during the tour.
As you mentioned, sometimes unexpected situations happen, but we were able to enter the museum as scheduled, and I’m very grateful for the warm and kind support from all participants.
I’m especially happy to hear that you found the instructions clear and easy to follow, and that you enjoyed your visit to the Ghibli Museum.
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family, and I hope you had a wonderful time in Japan.
You are always welcome back anytime.
Warm regards,
Kcig.TokyoJP
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B2500NLrichardw
January 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Not a private tour
This is not a private tour. The person met us at bus stop travelled by bus and got us into the museum. There was no tour. The museum was great. I know it's difficult to get tickets so I was pleased to ensure I had tickets but don't call it a tour
Operator response
Thank you very much for your feedback and for sharing your perspective.
The Ghibli Museum, Mitaka has a very clear philosophy about how visitors experience the museum.
Its concept includes ideas such as “Let’s get lost together” and “See with your own eyes and feel with your own heart.”
For this reason, the museum intentionally does not provide fixed routes or detailed explanatory panels, and photography inside the museum is prohibited for the same reason.
In line with this philosophy, there is no official guided explanation inside the museum.
After entering, guests are encouraged to explore freely at their own pace and enjoy the space in their own way.
Our service supports this experience without interfering with it by arranging extremely difficult-to-obtain tickets, providing meeting and transportation assistance, and helping ensure smooth entry to the museum.
We understand that the word “tour” may create certain expectations, and your feedback is sincerely appreciated.
We will continue improving our descriptions so that the nature of the experience is clearly understood in advance.
We sincerely hope you continue to enjoy your time in Japan and wish you a wonderful journey.
Kind regards,
kcig.TokyoJP
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Nick N
December 7, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Nice guide, small museum, for die hard fan only !
Our guide was very nice and patient and of course polite. He took us to the bus station, payed for it, took picture for us in front of Totoro and then took us inside the museum... 5 star for him !
Now about the museum, mind that the ticket price is 1000 yen. The pre order system makebit hard for foreign people, so 100euros for a 5 euro ticket is... well a lot. Inside the museum you'll find 3 interesting room plus an event room. 1 is about animation technique, it's very interesting ( it was actually my favorite and was worth the price for me ) but it's like a 10 min stop. Then go up to visit a reproduction of Miyasaki workplace, with a lot of drawing and storyboard. Then a nekobus for kids to play with.... and that's it. 2 little shop, a cafe outside and on the rooftop you can take picture with the giant robot from Laputa.
If you are a die hard fan of Ghibli, 100 is ok. If you just barely know the name, i would encourage you to find cheaper ticket or manage to grab some 1month before ( released the ten of each month for the next month...)
Operator response
Thank you very much for your review and for joining our Ghibli Museum tour.
I truly appreciate your kind comments about the guide.
Securing tickets for the Ghibli Museum can be very challenging due to the complex reservation system and limited availability, even for people living in Japan.
This tour is designed to provide a smooth and stress-free experience by guaranteeing entry and offering support on the day of the visit.
For many guests, the Ghibli Museum offers a special experience that goes beyond the ticket price itself.
Thank you again, and I hope you enjoyed your time in Tokyo.
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Thomas_B
October 27, 2025 · via Viator
Smooth process.
Went very smoothly. Guide brought us to the bus to go to the entrance. Bus tickets and tickets for the museum were all included. No hassles. Answered all of our questions and was very helpful.
Operator response
Thank you very much for leaving such a wonderful review.
I am truly delighted to hear that the tour was smooth and comfortable for you.
It brings me great joy to know you enjoyed the experience.
I also hope you had a memorable and magical time at the Ghibli Museum.
If you visit Tokyo again in the future, it would be my honor to guide you once more.
Thank you again, and I sincerely appreciate your support.
Warm regards,
kcig.TokyoJP
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