Traditions & Heritage
5 (90)

Ancient meets ultra-modern - Tokyo history experience

3 hours English
5 (90)
100% Personalized

From visiting Edo-period neighborhoods to learning about Imperial Japan, a history-loving host will tailor this experience to what you want to explore

Kenji
Kenji
Martina
Martina

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Discover Tokyo’s heritage with a host eager to share their city’s history and cultural influences
  • Learn more about the periods of Japan’s history that fascinate you, or let your host share with you what they think are unique moments in history
  • Discover hidden historic spots and hear stories from locals that you wouldn't find in a guidebook - those things are heavy anyway
  • See how traditional heritage still plays an important role in modern Japan
  • Get recommendations from your host for other historic areas to visit during your stay in Tokyo

What travelers think of our Tokyo experiences

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Robert Jul 2025

Me, my wife and our 14 year old son did a private tour of Tokyo with Toshi. It was our first time in Japan. We were interested in its history, culture and in how and why Tokyo became such a huge and modern global city. Toshi did not disappoint!!! He tailored the tour and his presentation to our interests and made the city's past and present come alive for us. He gave us an expert and nuanced understanding about work, religion and culture in Tokyo and Japan. I think his personal background - having lived both in Japan and outside the country - gives him a unique perspective on Japanese culture. He seemed to be able to explain things both as a native and an outsider: a perspective that really helped him convey concepts, history and ideas in way that we could understand as first time visitors from the US. He had lunch with us after the tour and gave us great restaurant and shopping recommendations. Our time with Toshi was a highlight of our first trip to Japan! We hope to get back to Tokyo and book another tour with Toshi!!

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Isabell May 2025

Lauren really showed us some hidden gems off the beaten tracks of Tokyo’s touristy areas. She also head impressive knowledge about Japanese history and culture and was able to answer all our questions.

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Lucy Mar 2025
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Virginia Apr 2024

Very conscientious and prepared. Helpful and knows Tokyo very well

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Tiziana Sep 2023

Patrick, my host, organized a perfect tour, I couldn't ask for better choices.

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Przemysław Aug 2023

Realny Hood Guide show us exactly what we.want.

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