Tokyo Get a head start: Kickstart your trip to Tokyo
$102.5 USD per person
3 hours
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City introduction experiences that amaze you & get you city confident!
See the highlights,live the culture & learn the city on this unique experience.
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City experiences are personal & for your booking only. Our reputation is based on high quality & personal experiences.
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Hosts work with you to ensure the experience gives you what you need for now & the rest of your trip. Exactly as you like it.
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We cover places to go, local transport, must sees and do’s as well as so much more in this info packed entertaining 3 hour experience.
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Unlike other tours and experiences, our kickstart experiences are hands on and engaging from the start. You do more than just look.
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Experiences are designed and delivered to make amazing memories, without you ever feeling like a tourist.
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What others say
An excellent guide -- customized to my requests
On my first day in Tokyo I was especially interested in markets, food and shrines. Thanks to Chiara, we did all three. She is extremely knowledgeable about Japanese food, and happy to explain ingredients, flavors, and customs. We did a lot of walking -- which was great -- and we navigated the complex but efficient Tokyo subway system. In all, a perfect first day in a magnificent city.
November 2024
Reviewed by Stuart W , hosted by Chiara
Kamakura Customized Private One Day Tour from Tokyo
The one-day trip was awesome. We love to have Kenji as our tour guide. He is very kind and a good photographer. We\'d like to have him for our future trip, next time.
November 2024
Reviewed by Siti P , hosted by Kenji
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
We had Robert as our guide and he was excellent. He was able to answer every question we had and we had an amazing time. We saw a few touristic spots we wanted to see but then Robert also showed us some hidden gems.
We loved it and will book it for the next time in Tokyo as well.
November 2024
Reviewed by Clara M , hosted by Robert
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Yuko completely customized our tour to focus on our area of interest. She gave us great historical insights and cultural ones too. She took us to a very authentic stand up Sake bar and helped us to sample two kinds of Sake. She also provided us with very practical help around other sights to see and how to navigate the very confusing subway, metro, train situation.
November 2024
Reviewed by Cathy M , hosted by Yuko
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Amazing service from Jonny, we went to see the most important parts of Tokyo, as well as showing the local areas where the Tokyoites go that do not appear in many touristic ads, I really cannot thank him enough.
November 2024
Reviewed by Luis G , hosted by Jonny
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Apy is an excellent guide. She took us to the areas we wanted to see, including temples, and lively urban environments in Shinjuku and Shibuya. Very knowledgeable and answered our questions well and give us good advice for the rest of our trip to Japan and Tokyo. Apy was friendly and had a positive attitude and was easy to communicate with. We had a great introduction to Tokyo!
November 2024
Reviewed by Steven G , hosted by Apy
Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo with a Local: Private & Personalized
We booked a one day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo with City Unscripted. It was fantastic, our guide Gabriel was very knowledgeable and took us to several sites in Kamakura. It was very special, he helped us appreciate the historical and spiritual context of the temples and shrines we saw. We had an early start so were able to see these places before they were overcrowded. Highly recommend Gabriel, his insights were so thought provoking and we saw a side of Japan that was inspiring. Tea in the bamboo forest was a definite highlight, so peaceful and calm. We saw things that you would probably not see with another guide. I would recommend going on a weekday as the weekends can be very busy.
November 2024
Reviewed by Tammy L , hosted by Gabriel
It was an excellent experience.
Gabriel was a fantastic guide. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a good understanding of Kamakura and the sights we visited. He also provided the context and historical background, as well as explaining the rituals and helping us to participate in some of them. The tea in the bamboo forest was amazing, something we will not forget. Our time in Kamakura exceeded all expectations. Gabriel also took us to a great restaurant for lunch, which was excellent. All in all, a great day, probably the highlight of our trip.
November 2024
Reviewed by Tammy L , hosted by Gabriel
Koedo Kawagoe Customized Private One Day Tour from Tokyo
Our guide Mari was great and we had a wonderful time exploring Kawagoe. It was a relaxing walk around the streets and we really enjoyed all the food we tried as well.
November 2024
Reviewed by Julie W , hosted by Mari
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Coco was so sweet and caring, we had a great first day in Tokyo with her and loved every minute we spent together. She took us to some city highlights and also got us oriented with the JR rail systems which was a huge help for us.
November 2024
Reviewed by Melissa H , hosted by Coco
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
I would highly recommend using Alberto while in Tokyo. He is very knowledgeable and pleasant with the full day tour. We will definitely use his guide service and expertise again when we return to Tokyo with our friends in the near future!
November 2024
Reviewed by Dante P , hosted by Alberto
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Mrs. Aki met me at my hotel in Shinjuku at the appointed time. I had already planned with Aki the sites I wanted to visit weeks in advance and was happy with the customized itinerary.
Due to my tight schedule (afternoon flight from HND to SFO), our plan was for a 3.5 hour tour of Shibuya Crossing and it\'s vicinity, Konno Hachimangu Shrine and the Meiji Shrine. One bonus was to visit a smaller innari shrine next to Konno Hachimangu. We even stopped by to get some coffee overlooking the Shibuya Crossing. I was really happy that we got to see Hachiko right outside the Shibuya station. My favorite of the personalized tour was Meiji Shrine. The walk leading up to the Shrine was flanked by beautiful trees and it was soothing to walk on the pebbled stones. That crunchy sound really resonated with me. Aki was so personable, had many recommendations for her favorite sake, Japanese gin and places to hang out next time I\'m back in Tokyo. I really appreciate Aki taking the subway back with me to my hotel in Shinjuku. I highly recommend this tour and do book with the tour with Aki on your next trip to Tokyo.
November 2024
Reviewed by Jacinta A , hosted by Aki
Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Apy was an amazing guide through Tokyo! We weren\'t looking for a deep historic tour. We were looking for a \"friend\" to help us get around the city, see the highlights, and find some tasty food. This is EXACTLY what she did! We felt like we were visiting a friend who was showing us around. Super personable, friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend Apy if you are going to Tokyo!
November 2024
Reviewed by Rob S , hosted by Apy
Very knowledgeable and enjoyable
He stayed on our pace and was a wonderful guide.
November 2024
Reviewed by Amanda w , hosted by Leonardo
Tokyo Layover Tour with a Local: Private and Tailored to Your Needs
Nobu was absolutely amazing! He took us to see more than we ever thought possible. His ability to get us to the next location using the train system was amazing. Also, the process with Viator and City Unscripted was simple and efficient. If you have a layover at Narita, this is the trip for you. Asked for Nobu!
November 2024
Reviewed by Jeff W , hosted by Nobuyuki
From Tokyo: Private Scenic Day trip to Kawaguchi-ko Lake
My brother and I recently had the pleasure of experiencing an unforgettable tour around Mount Fuji. The day was simply fantastic - not least because of our great guide Mister Nobu, who made everything even better with his great personality, humor and extensive knowledge of the region.
Our tour began with an exciting exploration of the surroundings of Mount Fuji. Mister Nobu told us interesting stories about the culture, history and importance of the mountain for Japan. It was particularly exciting to discover hidden but impressive places that we would never have found on our own.
An absolute highlight was a visit to a traditional onsen. After an eventful day in nature, we were able to relax in the hot springs and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Mister Nobu explained a lot to us about the onsen culture, which made us appreciate the experience even more.
The culmination of the day was a shared dinner – and what a dinner it was! We were allowed to prepare a delicious hotpot ourselves by cooking fresh ingredients in a hot pot at the table. It was not only a culinary delight, but also a wonderful opportunity to delve even deeper into Japanese food culture. Mister Nobu made sure we did everything right and gave us valuable tips.
Overall, it was a perfect day: a harmonious mix of culture, relaxation and excellent food. Mister Nobu made the day a very special experience with his charming manner. We can recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get to know Mount Fuji and its surroundings in a relaxed yet profound way!
November 2024
Reviewed by Geatano Gianluca B , hosted by Nobuyuki
From Tokyo: Private Scenic Day trip to Kawaguchi-ko Lake
Mein Bruder und ich hatten kürzlich das Vergnügen, eine unvergessliche Tour rund um den Mount Fuji zu erleben. Der Tag war einfach fantastisch – nicht zuletzt wegen unseres großartigen Guides Mister Nobu, der mit seiner tollen Persönlichkeit, seinem Humor und seinem umfassenden Wissen über die Region alles noch besser gemacht hat.
Unsere Tour begann mit einer spannenden Erkundung der Umgebung des Mount Fuji. Mister Nobu erzählte uns interessante Geschichten über die Kultur, die Geschichte und die Bedeutung des Berges für Japan. Besonders spannend war es, versteckte, aber beeindruckende Orte zu entdecken, die wir auf eigene Faust niemals gefunden hätten.
Ein absolutes Highlight war der Besuch eines traditionellen Onsen. Nach einem erlebnisreichen Tag in der Natur konnten wir uns in den heißen Quellen entspannen und die friedliche Atmosphäre genießen. Mister Nobu erklärte uns viel über die Onsen-Kultur, sodass wir das Erlebnis umso mehr schätzen konnten.
Der krönende Abschluss des Tages war ein gemeinsames Abendessen – und was für eines! Wir durften einen köstlichen Hotpot selbst zubereiten, indem wir frische Zutaten in einem heißen Topf am Tisch kochten. Es war nicht nur kulinarisch ein Genuss, sondern auch eine wunderbare Gelegenheit, noch tiefer in die japanische Esskultur einzutauchen. Mister Nobu sorgte dafür, dass wir alles richtig machten und gab uns wertvolle Tipps.
Insgesamt war es ein perfekter Tag: eine harmonische Mischung aus Kultur, Entspannung und hervorragendem Essen. Mister Nobu hat den Tag mit seiner charmanten Art zu einem ganz besonderen Erlebnis gemacht. Wir können diese Tour jedem empfehlen, der den Mount Fuji und seine Umgebung auf eine entspannte und dennoch tiefgründige Weise kennenlernen möchte!
November 2024
Reviewed by Geatano Gianluca B , hosted by Nobuyuki
Great guide.
Interesting route, just what we requested. Found unusual places of interest to us. Knowledgeable and answered our questions. Lovely person to talk to. Great coffee stop and noodles lunch.
November 2024
Reviewed by Linda C , hosted by Ryoko
Tokyo: Custom Hidden Gems & Highlights Tour with Local Guide
I really loved the tour. Suzuno is really friendly and knowledgeable. I learned a lot about the culture. and I really enjoyed walking around.
November 2024
Reviewed by Loulwa A , hosted by Suzuno
Eat Like A Local In Tokyo Food Tour: Private & Personalized
Wir wurden von Noah durch Tokio geführt und hatten eine hervorragende Zeit. Er war uns immer einen Schritt voraus und wusste wo die besten Läden zu finden waren. Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis welches was ohne Noahs umfangreiches Wissen und mit seiner charmanten Art nicht erlebt hätten. Klare Empfehlung für jeden der Tokio besucht. Gerne wieder!
We were guided around Tokyo by Noah and had an excellent time. He was always one step ahead of us and knew where the best shops were. An unforgettable experience that would not have been possible without Noah\'s extensive knowledge and charming manner. Clear recommendation for anyone visiting Tokyo. Gladly again!
November 2024
Reviewed by Jim M , hosted by Noah