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Private and Customizable Tour - All-in-One Experience in Tokyo

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Activity provider: ShogunTours
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2-hour tour in Tokyo, including Children under 12 join for free (please include them in and Hotel or location pickup (on foot, optional add-on). Run by ShogunTours, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 2 hours
  • Children under 12 join for free (please include them in booking)
  • Hotel or location pickup (on foot, optional add-on)
  • Flexible itinerary planning with local expert support
  • Professional photography (if available)

Private and Customizable Tour - All-in-One Experience in Tokyo: Key Facts

PriceFrom $108 per person
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Private and Customizable Tour - All-in-One Experience in Tokyo

2-hour tour in Tokyo, including Children under 12 join for free (please include them in and Hotel or location pickup (on...
2 hours
English
$108
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo. It is run by ShogunTours, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Tokyo is the largest city on earth by metropolitan population and it is best seen as a set of neighbourhoods on the Yamanote loop line rather than one place. Asakusa has Senso-ji, the city's oldest temple, and Nakamise's shopping lane; Shibuya has the scramble crossing and Shinjuku the bars of Golden Gai and Omoide Yokocho; Harajuku is Takeshita Street and Meiji Shrine's forest; Akihabara is electronics and anime; Ginza is department stores and sushi counters. Everything runs on time and the last trains are around midnight. Cash still matters in small restaurants, an IC card covers every train and bus, and tipping is not done anywhere.

The price covers Children under 12 join for free, Hotel or location pickup, Flexible itinerary planning with local expert support and photography. It does not cover Entrance tickets and Personal expenses, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Tokyo. ShogunTours confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with ShogunTours before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Children under 12 join for free (please include them in booking)
  • Hotel or location pickup (on foot, optional add-on)
  • Flexible itinerary planning with local expert support
  • Professional photography (if available)

Excludes

  • Entrance tickets (if needed, for yourself)
  • Personal expenses (meals, snacks, shopping, etc.)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Tokyo. ShogunTours confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $108
$108
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 57 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Jianbing
September 2, 2026

It was a great tour! Deen did a wonderful job. He communicated with you before the tour and set up a tour based on what I want to see. The time management was perfect and I learned to take subway in Tokyo. He explained so many interesting history about the Kaminari-Mon gate, Taito temple , fish market and the crumble crossing at Shibuya. And he knew a lot of hidden stops to avoid crowds and took nice photos. I highly recommend to anyone to take tours with Deen. I will definitely come back to visit Japan again.

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Melissa
December 21, 2025

We booked a 2 hour tour on our first morning in Tokyo with the primary goal of learning to navigate the metro station. We had a great morning with Deen riding the metro and also exploring Tsukiji Market. He shared many invaluable tips for navigating the city, spotting “tourist pricing” and finding some hidden gems along the way. We learned so much in 2 hours! Would highly recommend this tour company.

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G
September 6, 2026

Sofia was an excellent tour guide. With two adults and two small children we required a slightly differently tour that was also a slower pace. Sofia was able to do this and she was very knowledgeable. We all had a wonderful time and really enjoy it. I would recommend and would do it again.

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Priscilla
June 15, 2026

This tour was great. Deen was an absolute pleasure. He was super accommodating, very informative, very patient and very nice we got to see everything we wanted and we were very happy. Deen, thank you very much!

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Gini
December 22, 2025

Our tour guide Marco was great, very informative and happy to accommodate us in any way. Great and very informative - can highly recommend.

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Ranjit
November 23, 2025

Sofia was an excellent guide. i got most of what i want to see in Tokyo covered. She taught us theway around Metro system and guided us all the way. highly recomended tour and thank you for the fantastic experience Sofia

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Tyler
September 24, 2025

Enjoyed a great tour of Tokyo with Deen - personalized, personable and highly recommended!

5
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Sophie
September 11, 2025

Our Tourguide Deen was really nice and included all our wishes in the tour and more. The information about the sights were great and he answered all our questions.

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Daniel
September 8, 2025

Hey Japan/Tokyo visitors. We had the tour with Deen today and it was awesome. He was super kind and explained everything super well. He tailored the tour to our needs and was super flexible. We enjoyed it a lot and could highly recommend him and the team. All the best

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Gozel
August 13, 2025

wonderful! I was so grateful to have someone show us the cool cultural side of Tokyo I wouldn't have found otherwise loved the fact that theres freedom in choice! the kids thought it would be boring but they actually loved the sesh definitely recommend!

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Natalia
July 24, 2025

I had the most amazing experience with Deen as my private tour guide in Japan. I booked two days with him — one full day in Tokyo and another in Kamakura — and both were absolutely unforgettable. Deen is everything you could hope for in a guide: his English is excellent, he’s incredibly knowledgeable, and he shared so many interesting facts that brought each place to life. What I really appreciated was how he customized the entire experience just for me. He was flexible, thoughtful, and made sure every detail matched my interests. He also took the time to answer all my questions, gave me helpf

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Kim
July 6, 2025

My daughter and I had an enjoyable four hour private tour with Deen. He was a relatable person who provided great information about the sights seen and Japanese history using clear, understood conversational English. Deen communicated with us in advance to discuss a possible itinerary and made suggestions based on our interests. Additionally, we were able to arrange for a convenient meeting point at a specific location. Deen provided valuable assistance in navigating Tokyo’s complex train system. Lastly, Deen took pictures of us when requested. I would definitely recommend this tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Tokyo. ShogunTours confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover entrance tickets (if needed, for yourself) and personal expenses (meals, snacks, shopping, etc.). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Private days are usually priced per vehicle for up to the stated number of guests, and the price on this page follows the operator's own pricing for each group size. Entrance fees and meals are paid as you go unless the option says all-inclusive; tolls and parking are normally included.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Children under 12 join for free (please include them in booking), Hotel or location pickup (on foot, optional add-on), Flexible itinerary planning with local expert support, Professional photography (if available)
The duration of the Private and Customizable Tour - All-in-One Experience in Tokyo is typically 2 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or late October to early December for autumn colour and the clearest skies. Contrary to most advice, October is Tokyo's wettest month (234.8 mm), not the June rainy season. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Tokyo guide.
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card and budget ¥1,000–¥1,400 a day. Do not buy a JR Pass for a Tokyo-only trip — it costs ¥50,000 and excludes Tokyo Metro and Toei entirely. Note JR East raised Tokyo fares on 14 March 2026, so Metro is now cheaper than JR on several routes. See getting around Tokyo.
Shibuya Sky releases tickets only 14 days ahead at 00:00 JST — it cannot be booked months in advance. teamLab Borderless tickets drop at 12:00 JST on the 1st of each month. Our 3-day Tokyo itinerary lists every booking deadline.
Yes — a Japanese licence or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. 1968 Vienna Convention permits are not valid in Japan. Licences from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Taiwan need an official JAF translation instead. Arrange it before you fly; see the Tokyo go-kart guide.
Yes — the highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko takes about 1h 45m for ¥2,200. But manage expectations: Fuji is visible on 84% of December mornings and only 23% of July mornings, and cloud builds through the day, so go early. Details in our Mount Fuji day trip guide.
Edomae sushi (the Tokyo Bay style, where curing began as a workaround for having no refrigeration), monjayaki — a runny griddle dish unique to Tokyo with 80+ specialists on Tsukishima's Monja Street — and soba. Also worth knowing: Tsukiji Outer Market never closed; only the wholesale auction moved to Toyosu. See the Tokyo food guide.
The crossing itself takes about ninety seconds. What makes it worth an evening is one street back — Nonbei Yokocho, a lantern-lit alley of tiny bars a minute away that almost nobody who photographs the scramble walks into. Note street drinking is banned in the area 18:00–05:00 year-round, though the ordinance carries no fine. See the Shibuya Crossing guide.
Yes, some. Japan's cashless ratio reached 58% in 2025, so over 40% of payments are still cash — and card refusal is most likely at small independent izakaya, ramen ticket machines and market stalls. Tipping is not expected anywhere.
Starting from$108