Why you should get a guide in Tokyo!
- Feb 26
- 2 min read
By Rebecca Paul
Tokyo is epic. It’s also huge. And the metro? It’s a multi-level labyrinth of train lines, with some stations stacked five stories high. If you don’t know what you’re doing, you’ll spend more time staring at maps and riding escalators than actually sightseeing. That’s why getting a guide is the best decision you’ll make.
We had a guide for eight hours, and it was worth every cent. What would’ve taken us a week to see, we smashed out in a single day—with zero stress, no wrong turns, and absolutely no standing on the platform wondering if we were about to head in the wrong direction (we definitely would have).
Our guide, Dai, was a total pro. He knew all the secret exits, hidden lifts, and exactly where to stand on the train for the smoothest transfers. He whisked us through the city like a local, dropping fun facts and fascinating history along the way. We got to soak it all in, no frantic Googling required.
What we covered in a day:
Tokyo Sky Tree – Next-level city views from Japan’s tallest tower
Imperial Palace Grounds – Lush gardens and a peaceful break from the buzz
Asakusa & Sensoji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple + Nakamise shopping street for all the souvenirs
Meiji Jingu Shrine – A serene forest shrine that feels a world away
Harajuku & Takeshita Street – Fun, quirky, and packed with personality—think wild street fashion, every type of crepe you can imagine, and even a mini pig petting café
Shibuya Crossing – The famous pedestrian scramble (yes, it’s as cool as it looks)
What It Costs
Guide fee: Depends on how long you book—we can arrange 4, 6, or 8-hour tours.
Metro pass: Just $6 per person for unlimited travel all day (bargain!).
We walked 25,000 steps, but with little breaks on the trains and a lunch stop, we never felt wrecked—just pumped from seeing so much. If you love walking and want to squeeze the most out of your Tokyo adventure, we can book you a guide who’ll keep up.
But if you’d rather take it slow, soak in the sights at a leisurely pace, and focus on just a few key spots—that’s totally doable too. Whether you want to power through or take your time, we can match you with a guide who suits your style.
Seriously, don’t waste time getting lost. Let us hook you up with a guide and see Tokyo the fun way.
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