Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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Tokyo, Japan
- 6 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
A shotengai, or shopping street, is a great place to shop, eat, and get a glimpse of everyday life in Japan. This walking tour of Tokyo shows you both the modern and traditional sides of the city through its shopping streets. Customize your itinerary for the roughly six hour tour from a list of possible attractions.
- Avoid getting lost since pickup from your hotel in Tokyo is included
- Your guide is a government-licensed professional in Japanese culture and history
- Choose from several morning start times for flexibility
- Enjoy a more personalized experience on a private tour
What's Included
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
- Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private transportation
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.
Itinerary
1
Ameyoko Shopping Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Tsukiji Fish Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Shibuya Cat Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Takeshita Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Shibamata
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Akihabara
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
- 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 21 reviews
William_K, May 2026
Izumi was excellent. He took us to 4 shopping areas and we found many things we liked. He also is very knowledgeable about Tokyo history. He guided us through using the subway and finding our way.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining the tour and thank you very much for your wonderful comment. It's indeed my great pleasure to hear that the tour was enjoyable. See you again.
- Izumi
Rebecca_B, Apr 2026
Suki was very flexible and provided good background. Helped us to get around in subway and cabs. We were able to see things that we won't be seeing later on another tour which was key.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
I’m really glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure guiding you around Tokyo.
I’d love to welcome you again in the future!
YUKI
Ron_R, Mar 2026
We took a train to the Shibuya area of Tokyo which we wanted to see. The train ride there was easy and fun. It being the weekend, there were a lot of shoppers in Tokyo. Rather noisy in the Pachinko business there.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We appreciate your kind feedback and our guides do too! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour with your guide. We look forward to your next visit to Japan!
Japan Guide Agency
Amy_L, Dec 2025
We really enjoyed our tour and more specifically enjoyed the fact that at the beginning our guide Mr Izumi set us down and explained several options we had and allowed us to tailor our tour to what our family wanted to see. This made the day much more enjoyable and it fit into the sites we were particularly interested in seeing.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for joining the tour and thank you very much for your wonderful comment. It's indeed my great pleasure to hear that the tour was enjoyable. See you again.
- Izumi
Carl_H, Nov 2025
We did the Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping private tour with Sam today. Communication was excellent. I told her what we were looking for in the shopping tour and she made sure we got what we needed. Her English was very good and conversation was very pleasant. We would not have been able to navigate the Tokyo train system effectively without her guidance. She met us at our hotel and made sure we got back. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind review!
I'm glad that you could enjoy good shopping in many places. Please come to Tokyo again!
STACEY_O, Jun 2025
Noripy was so sweet and she took us to all the destinations we requested. She found a great lunch spot that offered many options, even for our teenager who is a very picky eater. We were grateful for her help in navigating the subway system there and translating for us when needed in the shops. She was so helpful and kind.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
I sincerely appreciate your wonderful review—thank you so much!
It brings me great joy to know that you enjoyed the shopping tour in Tokyo.
I hope you’ll visit Japan again in the future.
Warm regards,
CAROLOSHIRO, Dec 2024
“Our tour guide Steve was incredibly attentive to my needs, highly knowledgeable about the areas we visited, and overall very kind. His professionalism and warmth made the experience truly enjoyable.”
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you very much for your fantastic review. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and purchased some nice souvenirs. I hope you will cherish the memories of your excellent journey in Japan. Thank you very much again! Steve
MARK_H, Apr 2024
We had a very special day with our guide, Hiro. Hiro was on time and visible in our meeting place holding a sign with our name on it. At the outset he said that this would be a tour of "off the beaten path" interest areas of Tokyo. We had so much fun learning about culture of Japan and Hiro made sure that we had time to shop and interact with local merchants. Hiro selected a lunch place for us where we enjoyed a Japanese meal with him. As the saying goes, "time flies when you're having fun". We highly recommend this tour with Hiro.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear our guest
Thank you for joining us the other day
I am glad that you enjoyed a tour “off the beaten path” in Tokyo.
I am honored to have received your good comment on my job.
Japan is a wonderful country to travel in !
See you soon.
Hiro
Joseph_F, Mar 2024
This is only way to go if you want to shop and get to those destinations with ease. Tokyo is a BIG city and your guide will get you to those places where you can buy what you want. We did cooking in one part of the city and anime in another with the subways in between, now easily navigated with your guide.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
It was my pleasure to help you with shopping. The weather was nice, and I enjoyed the shopping tour together!
Ayako
Daniel_M, Aug 2023
We enjoyed visiting the incredible sights in Tokyo and getting a personalized tour from a knowledgeable tour guide.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Tnank you very much for your comments. Since 6 hours is the responsible tour for the guide, at the same time to be able to know the wonderful and considerate people like your family. A lot of barrels of Sake in Meiji Shine, and active Tsukiji Fish Market,,,,I clearly remember the scenes with your family. Thank you again from my heart. Kappa
Ron_S, Jun 2023
Great guide! Tailored our tour to our interests. Excellent value. Did so much pre-work to prepare for us, including scoping out our meeting place, as well as all of the places we would visit.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Thank you very much for your review. I am so glad to hear you are satisfied with my hospitality on both preparation and ongoing tour. I cannot forget your smile, kindness as well as respect for Japan's good aspects. Perhaps you are enjoying the rest of your days visiting Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima. Please revisit Japan as you may find more exciting places via the JGA tour.
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