Tokyo Customized Private Tour (Must See Places in 1 Day)

Recommended by 99% of travelers

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Tokyo, Japan

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

2 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Cathryn_C ·

Mar 2026

Such a wonderful tour through Tokyo with Kanon! The sites, the food, the culture- from the fish markets to the busy streets and the shrines, we were entranced with all that is Tokyo!

· Jessica_S ·

Mar 2026

Teruhide was awesome! We basically said we wanted a food tour through Tokyo, and we tried so many delicious bites across the different neighborhoods! We tried everything from seasonal cherry blossom treats to crab! Teruhide also recommended a really delicious place for lunch that served crab, and it was so insanely good! Would definitely do this tour again!

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Overview

There’s so much to see in Tokyo that it can be tough to know where to start. Instead of exploring aimlessly, on this private full-day tour join a guide who’ll show you a curated selection of the city’s most popular sights. Explore Shibuya Crossing, the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, and more. Note that some attractions may require separate admission.

Private tour: Ask your guide as many questions as you like
Your guide will snap photos throughout and edit them as a souvenir
Customizable: Only spend time where interests you
A walking tour helps you spot details you’d otherwise miss

What's Included

Private and Personalized experience
Walking Tour with Public Transport
Unlimited Edited Photos
Optional meet-up at Your Accomodation
Private Vehicle (Optional)

Food and Drinks (For you and Guide)
Transportation Fee (For you and Guide)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup details Please let us know your hotel in Tokyo in advance. A pick-up location is hotels in central Tokyo (Within Tokyo's 23 wards). We cannot pick up at hotels in Chiba Prefecture (Maihama, etc.), Kanagawa Prefecture (Yokohama, etc.), airports or ports. If you stay at a hotel outside of Tokyo, please come to the designated meeting point. 【Note】If you are booking is made within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel meetup. (In this case, we will change to Tsukiji Honganji Temple)

Itinerary

Senso-ji Temple

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Asakusa

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Akihabara

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tsukiji Jogai Market

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shibuya Crossing

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meiji Jingu Shrine

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ginza

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tokyo Skytree

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Imperial Palace

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shinjuku Golden Gai

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Uenokoen

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Takeshita Street

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hamarikyu Gardens

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

based on 1,784 reviews

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Tokyo with Naoki :)

Natasa_C, May 2026

Naoki patiently showed us Tokyo throughout the day…. Wonderful day!!! Naoki adapted the tour to us and even took us to a great place for lunch. We had loads of fun… arigato gozaimasu dear Naoki!!!!

Best Tokyo 1 day private tour with Mai!!

Debra_L, May 2026

We would give 10 stars for our tour guide, Mai!! It is our 1st visit to Japan & Mai was spectacular! She was patient, kind, knowledgeable and conscientious! Mai was very respectful & attentive. She gave us the perfect overview of Tokyo in a short period of time. Wonderful experience! Highly recommend!

Naoki was…. The bomb and...

Tran_L, May 2026

Naoki was…. The bomb and some more. We are avid travelers and we love traveling, but we understand tourist traps are really not what we enjoy…. And Naoki did just that, he went on the itinerary but listened to what we liked, and really allowed us to go to hole-in-the-wall places that catered to our liking. He spoke very well, jokes with us, and really made just feel like Tokyo is home. He made sure we got home safe by telling us which train to take. We would easily recommend Naoki to anyone.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that Naoki made your time in Tokyo feel personal, fun, and comfortable. It’s wonderful that he listened carefully to your interests and helped you discover more local, hidden places beyond the usual tourist spots. We’re also glad his humor, communication, and care made Tokyo feel a little like home during your visit. Helping guests get back safely after the tour is also an important part of the experience, so we’re happy that stood out to you. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re sure Naoki will be very happy to hear your kind words.

Busy schedule on trains...

Trevor_O, May 2026

Busy schedule on trains to see some great Tokyo attractions Good way to ease into the Tokyo way of life Guide was very knowledgable and friendly personality Excellent lunch guided by Lisa

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad to hear that the tour was a good way to ease into Tokyo’s way of life. Exploring the city by train can feel busy at first, so it’s wonderful to know that your guide’s knowledge and friendly personality helped make the experience enjoyable. We’re also happy that you had an excellent lunch with Lisa’s guidance. We hope the tour gave you a great introduction to Tokyo and helped you feel more confident exploring the city.

Ikuto - Our amazing tour guide

Jacquelyn_F, May 2026

Ikuto provided an absolutely fantastic tour for us. He was communicative before the tour and allowed us to pre-plan and customize our route, and arrived on time. Ikuto's English is very good and he was able to provide a bunch of interesting facts about all the places we visited. In addition, he was flexible with the pace of the tour to allow us to get around comfortably. Our experience was very positive and so much better than if we had visited those places on our own. Ikuto is a delightful young man and I highly recommend anyone to take a tour with him.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that your tour with Ikuto was such a positive experience. It’s great to know that his communication before the tour, punctuality, and flexibility helped make the day smooth and comfortable for you. We’re also glad that his English and explanations added interesting context to each place you visited. Tokyo can be a lot to explore on your own, so hearing that the tour made your experience much better means a lot. Your kind words about Ikuto will surely make him very happy, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.

Interesting sights and food

Elaine_D, May 2026

Maki was a great tour guide. My only complaint is that I thought we were going to the Imperial Palace but we did not. We did go to the Yanaka Ginza (quite a way's away from Shinjuku). The Ginza was very interesting, traditional appearance with lots of coffee shops, bakeries and souvenir shops. Lots of interesting items to buy and eat. Had a "Cookie Cake" which should have fed 2!!! Then went to Shibuya Crossing which everyone should experience. Lots of fun. THOUSANDS of people cross every day.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with Maki and that Yanaka Ginza and Shibuya Crossing became memorable parts of the tour. Yanaka Ginza is a wonderful area to experience a more traditional and local side of Tokyo, with small shops, snacks, and a nostalgic atmosphere, so we’re glad you found it interesting. Regarding the Imperial Palace, we apologize if there was any misunderstanding. The inner grounds of the Imperial Palace are generally not open for regular visits, and depending on the day, route, timing, and access conditions, we may guide guests around the surrounding areas rather than entering the palace itself. Thank you again for joining the tour and for your honest feedback. We’re glad that you still had a fun and enjoyable day exploring different sides of Tokyo.

Wonderful day@

Lynn_P, May 2026

We had an excellent experience on our customized private 8-hour Tokyo tour with Yuki. From the very beginning, he was patient, kind, attentive, and incredibly accommodating to our needs. He took the time to get to know us and understand what we were most interested in seeing, which made the entire experience feel very personalized. He was flexible throughout the day and responsive when we wanted to spend extra time exploring certain areas, tailoring the tour to perfectly suit our interests. This tour was a fantastic way to see many of Tokyo’s major highlights while also learning the history and cultural significance behind them. Yuki’s knowledge of Japan was impressive, and his informative explanations truly enriched our experience and helped us gain a much deeper understanding of the places we visited. Yuki was also an outstanding ambassador for Japan. It was clear how much he cares about his country and how proud he is to share it with visitors. His enthusiasm and passion made the tour even more memorable. Communication was excellent from start to finish. Yuki communicated with us beforehand, arrived promptly at the agreed time, clearly explained how the tour would work, and confirmed what we wanted to prioritize during the day. He did his best to fit everything in while still making the experience relaxed and enjoyable. We would highly recommend Yuki to anyone looking for a thoughtful, informative, and personalized tour of Tokyo.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We’re truly delighted to hear that your 8-hour private Tokyo tour with Yuki felt personalized, comfortable, and meaningful from start to finish. It’s wonderful to know that his patience, kindness, and attentiveness helped create a tour that matched your interests and pace throughout the day. We’re also very happy that Yuki’s knowledge and explanations helped you enjoy not only Tokyo’s major highlights, but also the history and cultural meaning behind each place. Hearing that his passion for Japan made the experience even more memorable means a great deal to us. Thank you as well for mentioning the smooth communication before and during the tour. We’re glad Yuki was able to make the day feel well-organized while still relaxed and enjoyable. Your kind words will mean a lot to him, and we’re grateful that you chose to explore Tokyo with us.

Best way to start a holiday in Tokyo

Sue_H, May 2026

Best start to our tour of Japan. We had 6 hours with our guide Zenji, and wish we had booked for longer. Zenji collected us from our hotel and took us around the highlights of Tokyo using public transport. He took us to shrines, and told us the history and etiquette to ensure we got the most from our visit. He chose a fabulous local restaurant for lunch in Tsukiji Market that we would never have found on our own. Local knowledge being invaluable. It felt as if we had a friend taking us around the city that could otherwise have been a daunting experience. We’re very glad to have had Zenji as our guide.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We’re truly happy to hear that your 6 hours with Zenji became such a great start to your trip in Japan. It’s wonderful that he could help you explore Tokyo by public transport, share the history and etiquette of the shrines, and make the city feel much more approachable. We’re especially glad to know that the lunch spot in Tsukiji Market and Zenji’s local knowledge made the experience feel personal and memorable. Hearing that it felt like being shown around by a friend means a lot to us. Thank you again for choosing our tour, and we hope the rest of your journey in Japan was just as enjoyable.

Fuma Ichiban!! Fun and...

Rebecca_S, May 2026

Fuma Ichiban!! Fun and informative, he showed us the ancient and modern sides of Tokyo. His transportation, with a private driver, was elegant and comfortable.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that you had such a fun and informative experience with Fuma. It’s great to know that he was able to show you both the traditional and modern sides of Tokyo in a memorable way. We’re also glad that the private transportation made the day feel elegant and comfortable. It sounds like a special day in Tokyo, and we’re grateful to have been part of it.

Awesome

Rich_G, May 2026

Mika was a fantastic tour guide and was very knowledgeable and accommodating to or special requests.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that Mika was fantastic and able to make the tour comfortable for you. Her knowledge and willingness to accommodate special requests are exactly the kind of experience we hope to provide. It makes us very happy to know that the tour could be adjusted to your interests and needs, and we hope it added something special to your time in Tokyo.

Be prepared.

Rosalinda_T, May 2026

There is a lot of walking. Getting from one spot to another takes times as you use public transportation. Be specific about your meals. If you’re not adventurous about food tell them. Try to have a list of possible places. This way you get to see what you want.

Interesting information...

nancy_b, May 2026

Interesting information for a first time traveler to Tokyo. Our guide was very knowledgeable and flexible

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your review! We’re glad to hear that the tour was helpful for your first visit to Tokyo. It’s great to know that your guide’s knowledge and flexibility helped make the experience smooth and informative. We hope the tour gave you a good introduction to the city and made your time in Tokyo even more enjoyable.

Don’t waste your money

jeanageier, May 2026

Skip this one. Although our guide, Yu was super nice, she didn’t seem to be well informed about the city. Turns out, she’s lived here only a year. We spent way a lot of our day on the train or walking to the train. We started at the market but didn’t know we’d be going there first and we’d just had breakfast. That was kind of a waste although it was interesting to see it. The temple seems like a tourist trap. Very crowded and lot of vendors selling souvenirs. The palace might have been great but after taking forever to get there, turns out it was closed. I feel like our guide should have known that.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. First, we would like to clarify that all of our guides, including Yu, go through extensive training and testing before leading tours. While Yu has lived in Tokyo for approximately one year, she has completed our professional guide training program and has successfully guided many guests. Regarding the time spent on trains and walking, Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world, and traveling between major attractions often requires the use of public transportation and some walking. This is a normal part of exploring the city efficiently. As for the visit to Tsukiji Market, many guests enjoy seeing the lively atmosphere even if they are not hungry, as it is one of Tokyo’s most famous cultural and food destinations. Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa is one of Japan’s most historic and iconic landmarks. It is indeed very popular and can be crowded, but it is considered an essential cultural site for many first-time visitors to Japan. Regarding the Imperial Palace, we sincerely apologize that part of the area was closed on the day of your visit. We understand your disappointment and appreciate your understanding. Thank you again for your honest feedback. We will use your comments to continue improving our tours and guide training. Warm regards, GOEN JAPAN TEAM

This was a great custom...

Stephen_S, May 2026

This was a great custom built tour with Fuma with Goen. He helped us pick the spots for our first full day in Tokyo.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your custom tour with Fuma on your first full day in Tokyo. We will be sure to share your kind words with him. He will be delighted to hear your feedback.

Great experience!

Jacob_S, May 2026

Yosuke brings a relaxing and enjoyable experience of showing and telling you the wonders of Tokyo. I highly recommend this for everyone!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that you had a relaxing and enjoyable experience with Yosuke. He will be delighted to know that you appreciated the way he shared the wonders of Tokyo with you. Thank you as well for your kind recommendation. Your words mean a lot to both Yosuke and our entire team. We hope to welcome you back to Japan again in the future!

Excellent day touring sights in Tokyo

Isabel_D, May 2026

Naoki was an excellent guide. He was very fun and went over and above on the tour. He made some great recommendations for dinner, spa as well.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that Naoki was an excellent guide and made the tour fun and memorable. It’s also great to know that his recommendations for dinner and spa were helpful. We’ll be sure to share your kind feedback with him. We truly appreciate you joining our tour and hope to welcome you again in Japan.

Tokyo Day Tour

Rubal_P, May 2026

Enjoyed our experience - tailored to out needs. Great way to start the Tokyo vacation. Learned how to use the train system. Enjoyed the walking and the steps covered.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for joining our tour! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that the tour matched your needs. It’s also great to know that learning the train system helped you start your Tokyo trip smoothly! We hope you continue to enjoy the rest of your time in Japan and create many wonderful memories.

Ten ten exprience

Kayla_T, May 2026

Yuuki was a wonderful and thoughtful guide. He showed us many great restaurants to try on our tour. He also spent time to send us a list of food to try on our trip. He made sure we were comfortable using the train system so we would be comfortable and successful on our trip. Would highly recommend him again. If you are ever in MN you have our number !