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Walked around whole emperial palace and was given a great history lesson about it all.
Fuma is a lovely guide and was very accommodating and nice. Would recommend again.
VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $484 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 37 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Welcometokyotours
- Meeting point
- Meeting pointMeet in front of Starbucks Coffee Kōkyo Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park Store. Address: 3-1 Kōkyo Gaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo https://maps.app.goo.gl/Caab3X6fhK6yaU4QAYour Guide will be holding a sine that says " Welcometokyotours"
Description
comfortable for luggage, shopping bags, and several passengers. More comfortable — useful if you're touring Tokyo for many hours or travelling with family. ️ Premium/private feel — an SUV can make a customised tour feel more exclusive than a standard taxi. Flexible itinerary — you can choose where to go and how long to stay rather than following a fixed tour schedule. ️ Better in bad weather — you can move between attractions without relying as much on trains or walking.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 7+)
- $484
- Infant (ages 3–6)
- $323
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $968.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Shibuya Crossing
New york Times Square in Tokyo hibuya Crossing is recognized as the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world, with up to 3,000 people crossing in a single green light cycle during peak hours. It is estimated that between 250,000 to 500,000 pedestrians walk across Shibuya Crossing every day.
Shinjuku
Shinjuku is a major commercial, business, and entertainment hub in Tokyo centered around Shinjuku Station, the world's busiest railway station. It is famous for its towering skyscrapers, massive shopping districts, vibrant nightlife, and quiet green spaces there are Huge Gozzila and cat screen
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Shrine is famous as Tokyo’s premier Shinto shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken. It is renowned for its massive 70-hectare man-made forest in the heart of the city, drawing the largest New Year's visitor turnout in Japan
Takeshita Street
Takeshita Street is a vibrant 350-meter pedestrian shopping lane located directly across from JR Harajuku Station in Tokyo. Known as the epicenter of Japan’s kawaii culture and youth fashion, it is packed with trendy clothing boutiques, crepe stands, and purikura sticker photo booth amous for loaded sweet crepes, rainbow cotton candy, Korean cheese dogs, and tornado potatoes.
Harajuku Station
known globally as the center of Japan's youth culture, street fashion, and "kawaii" (cute) style. Located along the JR Yamanote Line between Shibuya and Shinjuku, it blends hyper-modern trends with peaceful historical landmarks
Senso-ji Temple
Sensō-ji is Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, founded in 628 AD. It is dedicated to Kannon, the goddess of mercy, and is famous for its iconic Thunder Gate (Kaminarimon), the historic Nakamise shopping street, a grand five-story pagoda, and drawing over 30 million visitors each year
Akihabara
Akihabara is Tokyo's famous "Electric Town" and global center for anime, manga, video games, and otaku culture. Located just minutes from Tokyo Station, it packs multi-story electronics megastores, retro gaming dens, capsule toy shops, and themed cafes into a vibrant, neon-lit district.
What's included
Included
• Exclusive & Relaxed: Private Tour , no dress code, and tattoo-friendly.
• History in Motion: Explore 400 years of the Shogunate & modern Tokyo.
• Hidden Gems: See the former palace miniature & rare "ornamental" koi.
Expert Local Guide: Deep dives into Samurai lore & Tokyo’s evolution.
• Botany & Views: Trees from across Japan + the city's best photo ops.
Not included
Access to the Inner Palace (note: not open to the public)
Food and Drinks (For you and Guide)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
37 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Rated higher than 74% of 1,009 reviewed tours in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,176 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Near public transportation
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 VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE take?
VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE cost?
Prices start at $484 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $968. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.
Can I cancel VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE 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. Meet in front of Starbucks Coffee Kōkyo Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park Store. Address: 3-1 Kōkyo Gaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo https://maps.app.goo.gl/Caab3X6fhK6yaU4QA. Your Guide will be holding a sine that says " Welcometokyotours". Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is VIP CAR customized TOKYO tour WI TOKYO NATIVE worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 37 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Welcometokyotours.
Reviews(37)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Tokyo Imperial Palace & Shogun Walking Tour
Fuma was a great and friendly guide, it was a really good time!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to welcome you back on another Tokyo adventure soon!
K
Great tour with Fuma!
We had a great tour with Fuma! He’s very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all of our questions.
Operator response
It was a pleasure hosting your group. Thank you for your kind words, and we're happy the tour was enjoyable for everyone.
S
Mandatory place to visit
A very pleasant guide, told a lot about the history of Japan. The kids liked it.
Operator response
We truly appreciate your kind words. It means a lot to know you had a memorable experience. Thank you for choosing our tour!
T
The guide, Ma, was very friendly and shared the best tips and details; highly recommended.
Not a wellness sauna but a family fun pool
Operator response
Thank you for choosing our tour for your family. We're delighted everyone enjoyed the experience, and we hope to see you all again on your next visit to Japan.
F
Japan Cultural Experience
Fuma is very kind and answers all questions of interest. It was peaceful walking through the emperors palace.
Operator response
Thank you for joining my tour . i am glad to hear your kind review . i hope you will enjoy rest of your trip in japan !!
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imperial palace
We enjoy the tour and the tour guide was really good
Operator response
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We'll be sure to share your kind comments with your guide—they'll be thrilled to hear they made your experience special.
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Imperial palace tour
Fuma was an amazing tour guide, leading us through the palace grounds and teaching us a lot about the history of everything we saw.
Operator response
Thank you for exploring the Imperial Palace with us! We're happy you enjoyed learning about its history and the beautiful gardens. We hope the memories stay with you for years to come.
P
Imperial garden and Shogun tour
Fuma provided a knowledgeable tour of the history of Shogun and gardens
Operator response
It was our pleasure to guide you through one of Tokyo's most historic landmarks. Thank you for your kind review, and we hope to see you again on another cultural tour.
O
Good 2-hour walking tour through the Imperial grounds
It was great, Fuma was great. Would recommend to others to do
Operator response
Hearing that you had fun and created lasting memories is the best compliment we could receive. Thank you!
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