Tokyo Introductory Tour: Private & Tailored with a Local Guide

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This isn’t your typical Tokyo orientation. With a local host who shapes the day around your questions, lifestyle, and pace, you’ll discover the city not just as a visitor — but as someone starting a new chapter here. From navigating major stations and transport apps to finding your go-to convenience store, quiet park, or late-night ramen shop, this experience is all about helping you feel grounded.

After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire so we can match you with the ideal host. They’ll then create a flexible, fully personalized itinerary designed just for you.

What's Included

Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
Hotel pickup can be arranged from any centrally located hotel
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a private walking experience. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option. If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

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Meeting point

This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    With your local host, explore a curated route designed to help you settle into your new life in Tokyo. Here's a sample of what your experience could include:

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn to navigate one of Tokyo’s busiest transportation hubs. Your host can walk you through using IC cards, decoding train signage, transferring between lines, and using helpful apps that locals rely on.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Familiarize yourself with one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks. This buzzing intersection isn’t just for tourists — it’s a useful point of reference, packed with shopping, banks, cafés, and meeting spots.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Step into one of the city’s most versatile green spaces. Your host may point out jogging paths, pet-friendly zones, or community events that make this park a relaxing retreat for locals.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Wander the calm residential alleys behind Harajuku’s busy center. These backstreets are home to quiet cafés, laundromats, clinics, and creative shops that locals use every day.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Walk Tokyo’s most stylish boulevard and learn where locals go for practical essentials — from reliable ATMs and 100-yen shops to konbini, bakeries, and multilingual pharmacies.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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