Private Tour Guides In Tokyo

Tailoring each experience to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in Tokyo

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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The best private guides and local insiders in Tokyo

Looking for the best private tour guides in Tokyo to show you around one of the world’s most iconic cities? With our team of passionate private guides in Tokyo leading a range of incredible tours in the heart of the city (and further afield), City Unscripted has got you covered. No matter what tour you choose, our private guides in Tokyo will tailor your tour to strike the perfect balance between the city’s unmissable attractions and its lesser-known landmarks that are loved by locals but mostly overlooked by visitors. What are you waiting for? Book a personalized tour with one of our private tour guides in Tokyo today and see this world-famous city through a local lens.

Meet some of our Tokyo private guides

Kenji

Tokyo

Funny and friendly guy with a love for night hikes and deep conversations

Patrick

Tokyo

Hidden gem seeker and culture enthusiast with a talent for uncovering Tokyo’s authentic experiences and rich stories.

Tokyoites tailoring your tours

No two travelers in a city this diverse are the same – and luckily, neither are our private tour guides in Tokyo! Our local hosts, like our guests, come from many different backgrounds and unique perspectives. The one thing they have in common is their deep love for Tokyo and their desire to share it with travelers like you. On private tours in Tokyo with City Unscripted, you’ll be able to experience this ultramodern metropolis with someone who knows it best. You won’t get overwhelmed by the neon lights and maze of hidden alleys, because we’ll pair you with a private tour guide in Tokyo who knows the city intimately.

A range of exciting experiences

From food tours and night tours to day trips and neighborhood discoveries, our private tour guides in Tokyo offer a wide range of diverse experiences. Simply pick your type of tour, and trust our private guides in Tokyo with the task of personalizing the experience especially for you! You might want to cram in the top sights on a must-see experience or take a day trip to coastal Kamakura. You could opt for a mouthwatering food experience, or spend a full day with a private tour guide in Tokyo exploring a mix of iconic sights and secret gems you wouldn’t find in your guidebook.

Make your dream day come true

Everyone’s dream day in the Japanese capital looks a little different, and our private tour guides in Tokyo will make yours a reality. Our local insiders act as your personal GPS, Google Translate, and guidebook, so you can rest assured that no experience you’re seeking will be off-limits. Our private guides in Tokyo will get familiar with your personality and interests to plan the perfect experience that’s 100% tailored to suit your travel style. Whether you want to uncover Japan’s colorful past or bask in its futuristic present, trust City Unscripted to plan a day you’ll never forget.

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Latest reviews from our guests

March 2025

Hank C
Apy is a great host. When we left after only a few hours together it was like saying goodbye to family!

March 2025

Todd S
Amazing guide (Nobu), friendly logistics, great picks for sightseeing, eating and shopping. It was a good experience and will definitely book a longer trip to Tokyo!

March 2025

Priscila B
A crash course in experiencing Tokyo including commuting via train and popular hotspots. Winter weather may be a little limiting, check the forecast before booking.

March 2025

Jaccard W