Tokyo Private Full-Day Tour by Car or Van
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Tokyo, Japan
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Skip the hassle of waiting for others and spending too long at places of little interest on this private tour of Tokyo. In the company of just your party and a driver, you have the flexibility to customize your time to your own interests. Enjoy hassle-free pickup from your hotel and explore Tokyo at your own pace, spending as long as you wish at such landmarks as the Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, and Tsukiji Fish Market.
- Private tour exclusive to you and your travel companions
- Flexibility to customize according to your interests and schedule
- Travel in a comfortable, modern vehicle with free Wi-Fi to share photos as you explore
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your central Tokyo hotel
What's Included
- Private car or van with air-conditioning
- English-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards
- Fuel, highway tolls, and parking fees
- In-vehicle WiFi (subject to availability)
- Food, drinks, and attraction admission fees
- Admission Fee - Attraction tickets to Tokyo Skytree- estimated costs around 2,100-3,100¥/person¥2,100.00 per person
- Tour guide service (available as an upgrade if selected)¥10,000.00 per booking
- Pickups outside Tokyo’s 23 wards (surcharge applies: 5000-30,000¥ depends on the location)¥5,000.00 per booking
- Overtime beyond 10 hours (¥2,500 per 30 minutes, payable on the day)¥2,500.00 per booking
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
The price is applicable for pick-up / drop-off from Tokyo's 23 wards. Any other area will have an surcharge of JPY 5,000-20,000 to be paid before or on the day of the trip. (23 wards of Tokyo: Chuo, Chiyoda, Minato, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Toshima, Taito, Meguro, Bunkyo, Shinagawa, Nakano, Setagaya, Suginami, Ota, Kita, Arakawa, Sumida, Koto, Itabashi, Nerima, Edogawa, Katsushika, Adachi)
Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
1
Senso-ji Temple
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Tokyo Skytree
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Tsukiji Fish Market
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Meiji Jingu Shrine
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Shibuya Crossing
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Odaiba District
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
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 trip is for 10 hours duration (from hotel pick-up to drop-off). Any additional time will be charged as overtime at 2,500JPY per 30 minutes, payable directly to the driver on the day of the trip
- The operator can only offer 1 child seat per group / vehicle
- Please note: The operator will contact guest via WhatsApp 1 day prior the trip
- This is a Private Car Rental / Hire Service with additional services of pairing you with an English speaking driver-escort who can offer travel advice.
- 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
4.8
based on 721 reviews
EdwardIan_P, Apr 2026
The support was excellent and the service was really wonderful 🥰🙏❤️ Highly recommend. Thank you again so much 😊
Roger_G, Apr 2026
Our guide Zoma was extraordinary. We saw 8 major sites and enjoyed lively conversation and lots of cultural learning. Totally exceeded our expectations.
Kurtis_N, Apr 2026
The tour and guide were great. Driving made it easy to see many sites. It was fantastic for the price.
Hailey_G, Apr 2026
Our tour guide was a laugh riot! His english was also excellent. We really appreciated his blend of historical and cultural knowledge that took an already excellent tour one level deeper. He also customized the tour to our needs and interests on the fly. He also gave fantastic recommendations for meals, coffee, treats, etc. including one of the best lunches we had on our entire vacation.
Crena_M, Apr 2026
A super day with our driver guide Kayne. We would not have seen as much on our own. It was a treat to have a private our with options to personalised our day.
Good communication from the tour operator and all went smoothly
Karen_S, Apr 2026
Great tour guide. Familiar with Japanese customs and history. Pleasant personality and eager to help however he could. We enjoyed this tour!
Jaynesh_P, Apr 2026
Great experience with Bek our driver/guide. He was very knowledgeable and very accommodating to changes in travel itinerary.
Amanda_C, Apr 2026
We had a wonderful day with Prince. He Picked us up promptly , with excellent communication.
We wanted to see the azaleas at Nezu Shrine , so he added it to our itinerary with absolutely no problem. We saw so much and would totally recommend this tour of Tokyo
Kristin_K, Apr 2026
Kayne was a wonderful tour guide and gave us an entirely unique and bespoke tour. If any itinerary item is important to you, I would communicate that to your guide. We did not have a plan outlined in advance, so our tour developed throughout the day. Five stars!!!
Diane_G, Apr 2026
Emon was our guide in Tokyo. He did a GREAT job showing us what we were interested in seeing! I don't think we missed a thing! I would highly recommend him for any days you have to spend in Tokyo. He had a lot of knowledge of the historical sights we visited, and was and entertaining host!
Annie_R, Apr 2026
This is advertised as customizable, but we were not contacted till the night before and never asked our preferences. When the driver arrived, he was unhappy we had opinions about the itinerary and even argued with us about our preferred stops. He was unfamiliar with some typical sightseeing areas. The entire point of a driver for us was to avoid extra walking, and we were frequently dropped blocks away from stops, even after explaining ahead of time my son had a broken ankle. No preparation or suggestions for limiting walking were offered, even though we easily found accessibility accommodations online ourselves while driving to most sights. The worst was being dropped in the middle of a busy street and told to walk down an active traffic lane for a full city block because the sidewalk was on the far side of a barrier. We were literally playing a terrifying game of frogger with cars, then arrived at the destination to find it had a designated drop off roundabout right out front. We asked the guide to pick us up there after our visit, and still he parked down the block and told us to walk. After this interaction, and his staunch avoidance of "official" parking areas, we grew suspicious of his status as an authorized driver. He was also clueless about the details of sights we were seeing, opening hours, any history or background info, and displayed a disinterested and sometimes contrary attitude. He was not Japanese, but Bangladeshi, and the local experience we hoped for was nonexistent. His person and the van he drove were both a little less tidy then professional. Taxis/uber would have been cheaper and since nothing else of value was offered, I would save the money and avoid this company.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Annie-san
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations.
First, we want to clarify that the service is designed to be customizable, and we normally coordinate preferences prior to the trip or through the WhatsApp group created before service. We’re sorry if this coordination felt insufficient in your case.
Regarding drop-off points, in Japan, drivers must strictly follow traffic and stopping regulations, especially in busy city areas. In many locations, stopping directly in front of entrances is not permitted, and drivers are required to use designated or legal stopping zones—even if this requires a short walk. Safety is always a priority, and we regret if any moment felt uncomfortable.
We are especially sorry to hear about your son’s condition. Had we been fully informed in advance, we could have planned more suitable stops and routes to better accommodate mobility needs.
We also take seriously your comments about the driver’s attitude and vehicle condition. This is not the standard we aim to provide, and we are addressing this internally with our team.
Lastly, we would like to respectfully note that Asoko is a diverse company with drivers of different nationalities. All are trained to provide professional service, and nationality does not reflect capability or service standards.
Your feedback is important to us, and we will use this to improve our coordination and service quality moving forward.
Best Regards,
Asoko Team
MariaRosanna_L, Apr 2026
Had a wonderful time as we had our first Tokyo Car Tour for my family, my Mother-In-Law, her best friend.
The driver assgned to us was Jiro.
Jiro arrived 20 minutes before the call time and waited for us to get down from our hotel. It was really nice to have the tour start on time so we get our money's worth... the wonderful thing is that Jiro made an amazing itinerary - traditional/famous tourist spots + hidden gems only locals would know. The tour itself was great but Jiro's added photography and video skills really made our trip more memorable by taking lots of (in my opinion) professional level shots. Jiro was flexible with time and was very helpful in taking us to these really awesome food places. Shopping was made easier as Jiro acted like a translator for us as well...
Over all, 10 out of 10!!! I highly recommend this tour for your family if you want the comfort of your own vehicle and the convenience of having a guide in Tokyo. If you want the added perks of amazing photos and videos, ask for Jiro.
Elaine_S, Apr 2026
Loved the experience, and was pleased that it was customized. The driver was very knowledgeable and friendly and helpful.
Linda_R, Apr 2026
Jiro was a brilliant guide. Great insight into Tokyo and really flexible in planning the itinerary and terrific at knowing best places for photos.
Michael_C, Apr 2026
Prince was very good. Navigated the city with ease. Knowledgeable about the local culture and sites visited. Took as many pictures of us as we wanted. He also took us to a smaller sakura spot with far fewer people present. An excellent guide/driver.
Dale_W, Mar 2026
It was so good I highly recommend the tour we went on as well as the guide/driver we had a great experience
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks so much for your kind words! We're super happy you had a great time 😊
Karen_I, Mar 2026
Our driver, Shamoza, was FLUENT in English and very knowledgeable about the city. We experienced all the highlights in Tokyo as well as some local sites that proved especially interesting, especially our visit to experience a true local ramen lunch. His vehicle was new , impeccably clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend a tour by Shamoza.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
So glad to hear you had such an awesome time with Shamoza! 🎉 Thanks for sharing your experience—would love to see any photos from your tour if you have some to share!
Ranella_F, Mar 2026
This was great experience! Hotel pick up and so convenient! 100% recommend! Clean vehicle informative driver and great communication before the pick up!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kidn words!
John_B, Mar 2026
Zoma was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. His English was excellent. He made suggestions on where to go, but was more than comfortable modifying it based on my wife and my interests. He told stories about Japan and each of the places we visited. My wife commented that he was by far the best tour guide we’ve ever had in over 30 years traveling. Do yourself a favor and ask for Zoma.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We’re so thrilled to hear this! 😄 Zoma will be over the moon knowing he made such a lasting impression. It’s great that he could tailor the tour to your interests, share stories about Japan, and make the whole day so enjoyable.
Fadi_J, Mar 2026
Great experience with Bek . He made our trip so smooth , very friendly and informative . I would recommend this tour and esp with Bek without hesitation.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
So happy to hear you had such a great time with Bek! 😄 He’s awesome at making trips smooth, fun, and full of useful info. We really appreciate your recommendation—it means a lot!
Michael_P, Mar 2026
Great overview. Enjoyed seeing Tokyo. Good ratio of viewing by car and on foot. Jiro was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your day in Tokyo! 😊 It’s wonderful that the mix of sightseeing by car and on foot worked well for you, and that Jiro’s knowledge and friendly approach made the experience even better.
Teresa_T, Mar 2026
Driver was prompt, polite & helpful. Vehicle was large, comfortable & clean.
He didn’t rush us at any venue & was very patient. The only concern was his difficulty with English, he couldn’t understand questions we asked and we couldn’t converse with him.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re really glad to hear that your driver was prompt, polite, and patient, and that you found the vehicle large, comfortable, and clean. It’s also great to know that you felt relaxed at each stop and didn’t feel rushed during your visit.
At the same time, we’re very sorry to hear about the communication difficulty you experienced. We completely understand how important it is to be able to ask questions and have a conversation during the trip, and we’re sorry this made the experience less enjoyable for you.
Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we will share it with our team so we can continue improving the experience for our guests. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. 🙏
Anthony_R, Mar 2026
Our family had such a great day, Bek our tour guide took us to see so many things we could never of done all of this on our own.
Bek was very informative, helpful and a great guy.
Would give 10 stars to Bek if I could.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
So happy to hear you had such a great day! 😊 Bek will be thrilled to know his efforts made your tour so memorable. He really loves showing guests places they might not have discovered on their own, so your kind words mean a lot.
Robert_T, Mar 2026
Saw excellent sites; temple , shrine, palace, sky-tree but were disappointed in guide. Lack of enthusiasm and love of Japan and its people. Does not speak Japanese which led to problem in parking lot. Nice young man. Careful driver.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re glad to hear that you were able to visit wonderful sites such as Tokyo Skytree, Meiji Jingu, and the Tokyo Imperial Palace during your tour.
We’re very sorry to hear that the experience with the guide did not meet your expectations. Your feedback about the level of enthusiasm and communication is very important to us, and we will certainly share this with our team so we can continue improving the quality of our tours.
We do appreciate your kind words about him being a careful driver and a nice person, and we’re grateful that you brought this to our attention. Feedback like yours helps us improve and ensure a better experience for future guests.
Thank you again for sharing your experience with us.
Francesca_A, Mar 2026
We had a blast with our tour guide Zoma. He created a fully customized itinerary for us based on our wishes and allowed us to explore a lot within just one day. Very knowledgeable and willing to accommodate all our requests. I fully recommend this tour if you are in Tokyo and don't have much time, but still want to make the most of it.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Zoma made your day so special and tailored the tour perfectly to your wishes. It sounds like you really got to make the most of Tokyo in just one day!
JAMES_I, Feb 2026
The driver was courteous and accomodating, we saw the places we wanted to see. Wish I had taken it day 1 as we saw places we dont have time to go back to visit. it showed us the areas we actually hoped we could visit.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We’re so glad your driver was courteous and that you got to see all the spots you hoped for. Wish we could give you more days in Tokyo too!
Alan_D, Feb 2026
Jori our driver was knowledgeable friendly and courteous polite and spoje fluent english. Helped us decide the days program. We were relaxed with his driving. The vehicle was clean, large and modern. We were not rushed and he made every effort to park close to each of the points if interest. We were overall very impressed and were extremely happy with the days agenda. Would do it all again with Jori.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the awesome feedback! 😄 We’re thrilled to hear that Jiro made your day relaxed, smooth, and totally stress-free. Sounds like you had the perfect mix of comfort, flexibility, and sightseeing!
Cristina_C, Feb 2026
A wonderful tour! Our driver/guide Zeeshan was terrific. He made everything so easy and stress free. The fish market is a must and we were lucky enough to see a traditional wedding party going into the temple for their ceremony. Unforgettable memories!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 😄 We’re thrilled Zeeshan made your day easy, stress-free, and full of unforgettable moments—especially catching that traditional wedding at the temple! Such a rare treat.
Debbie_R, Feb 2026
The driver was very pleasant and was a safe driver. However, the service we paid for, which was for a knowledgeable guide was lacking. Our driver did not know anything about Tokyo and left us disappointed in the experience. He just drove us from place to place. Very deceiving ad upon booking. Would not recommend unless you just want a driver for the day.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share this — we truly appreciate your honest feedback.
We’re especially sorry to hear this, considering you upgraded to the driver-guide service. In that case, you absolutely should have received background information and insights about Tokyo and the sites you visited — not just transportation from one place to another. I completely understand why that felt disappointing.
We’ll be reviewing this internally to understand what went wrong and to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Your experience matters to us, and we’re truly sorry we fell short here.
Todd_G, Feb 2026
Our driver had very little knowledge of Japan as a whole and of the locations we visited in Tokyo. He didn't even know how many people lived in Tokyo. He was accommodating with adding and eliminating a couple of locations when requested but we were expecting to receive background information on the places we visited. He was extremely quiet, such as he didn't even say common polite comments, such as hello, welcome back, have a nice visit.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you again for sharing your feedback — we truly appreciate your honesty.
After reviewing your reservation, it was booked under our English-speaking driver service and not the driver-guide option. With a driver-guide, guests are provided with background information and insights about Tokyo and the locations visited. The driver-only service focuses primarily on transportation, route management, and flexibility with stops.
That said, we completely understand your point. Regardless of service type, basic courtesy and warm greetings should always be part of the experience. We sincerely apologize if this was lacking, and we will be addressing this with our team to ensure better communication moving forward.
Your feedback genuinely helps us improve, and we hope we’ll have the chance to provide you with a much better experience next time.
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