Best Private Tours In Tokyo

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

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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 Tokyo private tours & experiences with locals

From neon-lit nightlife and 24-hour entertainment to ancient treasures and a world-renowned food scene, the Japanese capital has an endless supply of things to see and do. In a city with so much going on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with options. What better way to narrow them down than private guided tours of Tokyo? If you’re looking for the best private tours of Tokyo, City Unscripted has got you covered. Whether you have a full day, half a day, or just three hours, our private Tokyo tours led by a local guide let you discover all the highlights and hidden gems we know you’ll love. Just tell us your interests, and we’ll start planning your perfect trip!

Meet some of our Tokyo local hosts

Kenji

Tokyo

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

Martina

Tokyo

Travel enthusiast and cultural explorer with a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations, savoring local delicacies, and admiring nature's beauty through seasonal blooms.

Patrick

Tokyo

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

Experience the true Tokyo

From ancient shrines and sumo stadiums to quirky subcultures and a non-stop party scene, there are countless ways to fill up private Tokyo tours. The city may have too many iconic attractions to count, but our tailor-made private day tours of Tokyo let you see the city through a local lens. On our private guided tours of Tokyo, led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll definitely see some of the top attractions – but you’ll also blend in with locals jostling through traditional markets, soaking up the city’s unique underbelly, and slurping ramen at unpretentious restaurants.

Tourists enjoying a private tour of Tokyo with a local guide

Private tours tailored to you

Are you excited about tasting the best of Japanese cuisine on your Tokyo private tours, or do you see yourself exploring areas harking back to the lantern-lit, wood-built Japan of old? Maybe you want a memorable night out, or perhaps you’re content to move between temples, shrines, and traditional gardens. We believe the best private tours of Tokyo are the ones perfectly tailored to suit you and your interests. That’s why every experience with City Unscripted is 100% personalized – whatever you want to see or do, our local guides will make it happen. Your private Tokyo tours; your choice!

Tourists exploring the unique stores in Tokyo with a local guide

Choose among dynamic districts

As the biggest city in the world, Tokyo’s sprawling metropolis is packed with unique neighborhoods. Some are iconic in their own right (glitzy Ginza, electrifying Shibuya), and others are a little off-the-beaten-path (creative Koenji, trendy Sangenjaya). Private guided tours of Tokyo are the easiest way to get to grips with the distinct personalities of each diverse district – and find the areas that suit you best. Whether you travel back in time in historic Kawagoe or get lost among vintage threads in retro Shimokitazawa, we’ll plan your Tokyo private tours in the districts you’ll love.

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Latest reviews from our guests

I really like Mari. Very enthusiastic, adapting and tentative to what I really want to experience -that is, a bit of culture, how ordinary down-to-earth people go about their lives earning a living, the flora and nature, unique local foods. Loved the little bits of cookies, nuts. and one of my main requests, sushi, howevetr, didn’t get to try ramen - I was so stuffed with the goodies Mari let me taste. It was hard walking up and down very high steps , but I love it. Hard on my hips, but good tiredness. Uvcould spend the whole day around that region taking in the foods , sthe old architecture of the old houses, shingles of the temples , and Mari knows I am so taken by the various shapes of the eaves troughs hangings. I was ready to buy them or, if I could without being arrested , cut off a good-size length! All in all very happy.. Thank you, Mari. Job well done. I would recommend you any time:,

February 2025

Annie C
This tour was a great introduction to Tokyo, making it feel much more approachable. I loved the fact that we went everywhere by public transportation, and walked around each area, as it gave me a chance to really get a feel for things. My guide, Api, was wonderful, and I felt as though I was being shown around the city by a friend.

February 2025

Bea L
Martina was unbelievable! We discussed a customized tour agenda prior to arrival and she absolutely hit a home run with the customized tour. We couldn't have asked for a better day, guide or tour.

January 2025

Courtlend L
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

Jeff W