Private Tokyo Custom Full-Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle
Description
Experience the best of Tokyo's contrasts—from centuries-old temples to cutting-edge urban culture—on this fully customizable private tour with chartered vehicle and professional guide.
Your Tokyo, Your Way
This exclusive private tour is designed entirely around your group. Travel in comfort in a vehicle perfectly suited to your party size, visit Tokyo's most captivating attractions at your own pace, and never worry about rushing for strangers. Your dedicated guide and driver focus solely on creating your perfect Tokyo experience.
Example of a Customized Tour:
Morning: Traditional Tokyo in Asakusa
Begin your journey in Asakusa, the heart of Tokyo's shitamachi (historic "low city") where the atmosphere of old Edo still thrives. Stroll down the vibrant Nakamise-dori shopping street, lined with traditional stalls selling everything from handmade crafts to delicious street snacks like freshly-grilled senbei (rice crackers) and sweet ningyo-yaki cakes.
At the end of this bustling lane stands Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest and most significant Buddhist temple, founded in the 7th century. Pass through the imposing Kaminarimon Gate with its massive red lantern, explore the temple's impressive main hall, and breathe in the incense smoke said to bring good health. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the temple's 1,400-year history and its role in Tokyo's cultural identity.
Midday: Culinary Adventure at Tsukiji Outer Market
Continue to the world-famous Tsukiji Outer Market, where Tokyo's incredible food culture comes alive. Although the inner wholesale market has relocated, the outer market remains a food lover's paradise with over 400 shops and restaurants. Sample ultra-fresh sushi, savor grilled seafood skewers, try tamago-yaki (Japanese omelet), or enjoy a steaming bowl of ramen. This is the perfect spot for lunch at your own pace and preference.
Afternoon: Modern Tokyo—Meiji Shrine and Harajuku
Journey to the tranquil oasis of Meiji Shrine, hidden within a 170-acre forest of 100,000 trees in the heart of Tokyo. This shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, was established in 1920 through a remarkable public movement. Walk the peaceful gravel paths beneath towering trees—what began as newly planted saplings created a thriving natural forest in less than a century, achieving what was predicted to take 100 years.
Step out of this serene sanctuary directly into Harajuku, Tokyo's epicenter of youth culture and cutting-edge fashion. Explore Takeshita Street's colorful chaos of trendy boutiques, crepe stands, and unique Japanese pop culture shops. Stroll down elegant Omotesando Avenue, often called Tokyo's Champs-Élysées, with its striking contemporary architecture and high-end boutiques.
Evening: Shibuya Crossing
Conclude your tour at the iconic Shibuya Crossing, the world's busiest pedestrian intersection where up to 3,000 people cross simultaneously during peak times. Experience the organized chaos of this Tokyo symbol, watch the famous Hachiko statue (the loyal dog who waited for his owner for nearly 10 years), and soak in the neon-lit energy of one of Tokyo's most dynamic districts.
Complete Flexibility
With advance notice, we can customize your itinerary extensively within the timeframe. Want to visit teamLab Borderless, explore electronics in Akihabara, shop in Ginza, or see the Imperial Palace? Just let us know your interests, and we'll create your perfect Tokyo day.
Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private vehicle with experienced driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (any hotel in Tokyo's 23 wards)
- All parking and toll fees
- Customizable itinerary
Excluded
- Admission fees to attractions (for both guests and guide)
- Food and beverages
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Gratuities (optional)