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What you’ll do

However long your ship is docking for, your local insider will help you make the most of your time. From discovering ancient temples like  Sensō-ji to exploring the explosion of pop culture, cosplayers, and wacky-themed cafes in futuristic Harajuku, your host will give you a taste of Tokyo’s intoxicating contrasts.

To see as much as possible - you could head up Tokyo Skytree, or even better, the observation deck of the Tokyo Government Building, before whizzing back down to ground level and exploring a neighborhood you spotted from above. Experience unique aspects of Tokyo’s culture, like slurping ramen in a private booth, shopping in mammoth electronics stores, and cheering ‘kanpai’ with your host over sake in a retro izakaya!

  • Private experience, tailored to you

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bengali, Cantonese, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Yokohama Intl Passenger Terminal - The host will be waiting in the arrivals lobby

Experience outline

  • With your local host leading the way and taking care of transport, travel to the nearest station from Yokohama Port via taxi, and to central Tokyo from Yokohama on public transport
  • Explore Tokyo and visit some of its most famous sites in just one day
  • Discover Tokyo’s fascinating blend of ancient traditions and ultra-modern culture
  • Shop for souvenirs and uniquely Japanese gifts, anywhere from quirky 100 yen stores to mega electronics stores
  • But more than just the top landmarks, your host will also reveal a few secret spots you can’t find in a guidebook!
  • Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get back well on time… for your peace of mind….

Things to know

What’s included

  • 100% private and personalized itinerary
  • 8 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customized, just get in touch to let us know how long you will be docking for.
  • Taxi transfer from Yokohama Port to Nihon Odori Station
  • Train tickets from Nihon Odori Station to Tokyo
  • Walking experience once in the city center (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options, Additional cost will be applied)

Meeting point

Yokohama Intl Passenger Terminal - The host will be waiting in the arrivals lobby

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs (other than the ones included in the experience)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Drop off and return to Yokohama

Cancellation

Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund

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Travelers having fun right now!

Reviews

    Our tour guide Mishan waited for us at the dock for more than 6 hours after our cruise ship was very late arriving in port (due to a storm on the way). In spite of this she provided us with an excellent private tour to include the Meiji Shrine.

    January 2020

    Peter F

    We were so delighted with our day with Olan, there wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. He was so knowledgeable!! He was happy to accommodate all of our requests and he was flexible whilst we were on our tour. I would have no hesitation in recommending Olan. A great guide and a lovely person.

    April 2024

    Maeve D

    Our guide was patient, and knowledgable. She was fun and a great teacher. We enjoyed our afternoon very much and would book her again next year.

    April 2024

    Jennifer M

    We did a 2 hour walking tour with Antonia. She was an excellent guide and provided us with an insightful guide to her city, Bologna. We loved our tour of the food market with her.

    April 2024

    Michael L

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