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Tokyo Tours By Locals
Explore Tokyo with a knowledgeable, English-speaking local guide. Choose to tour by public transport or add a private car and driver for extra comfort. Our private Tokyo tours are fully personalized, letting you experience Japan’s dynamic capital at your own pace.
Discover iconic sights like the Shibuya Scramble and Tsukiji Market, balance busy streets with peaceful gardens and historic shrines, and uncover local favorites along the way. A private guided Tokyo tour is the best way to see the city’s highlights and hidden gems with a friendly Japanese local.
Tokyo Highlights Tour
A Introduction Tour of Tokyo
- Visit the main Tokyo sites in one day
- Explore the Imperial Palace East Gardens
- Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Street
- Discover the Ueno & Ameyokocho Market District
- Eat Lunch Like a Local
- The Shinto Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Cross the Famous Shibuya Scramble!
Market & Modern Culture
Tokyo's vibrant city districts
- Delve into Japanese Food at Tsukiji Market
- Explore Ginza - depachika food floors, bakeries and high-end fashion
- Experience Otaku geek culture in Akihabara
- Eat lunch like a local!
- Harajuku's famous Takeshita street and Kawaii culture
- Interesting architecture in Omotesando
- Exciting Shibuya with its scramble crossing
Tsukiji Market & Private Sushi Making Class
Why choose our Tokyo Sushi Making Class and Market Tour?
- Private & Personalized: Enjoy an exclusive experience tailored just for your group
- Professional Guidance: Learn from a seasoned sushi chef with years of expertise
- Hands-On Learning: Gain practical skills you can take home and impress your friends
- Authentic Tokyo Experience: Combine market exploration with culinary creation
- Unforgettable Memories: Create delicious sushi and lasting memories in Japan's capital
Historical Tokyo
Tokyo's oldest shrine & temple
- Hear about the old Edo Castle
- Discover the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
- Be enchanted by the pretty Nezu Jinja
- Explore the lanes of Yanaka district and Yanaka Ginza
- Eat lunch like a local!
- Enjoy tranquility at the Shinobazu pond
- Learn the story of Asakusa's Senso-ji temple
Build-Your-Own Tokyo
Bespoke Tokyo Private Tours
- Tell us your what you want
- Expert advice to build your own private Tokyo tour
- Local knowledgeable guides
- Be flexible on the day
- Tokyo hotel pick-ups
- Full days & half days tours
Night Out Tokyo
Explore Tokyo's Evening Scene
- Wish for a succesful evening at a special small shrine!
- Explore salary man's izakaya street in Shimbashi
- Drinks and food at a casual izakaya
- Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho
- Neon lights of Kabukicho
- Maze-like Streets of the Golden Gai
Testimonials
We bring the best experience
See what our past guests say about us. Travelers' Choice Award 2024 & 25!
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Do it... you won't regret it! - Great tour with Mana Nakano.
She was prompt in meeting at hotel, had a historical presentation about Tokyo. We went to the Ueno station, Imperial Palace Gardens, and several other... read more
jka2017
February 6, 2026 - Outstanding Tour by Rie - Rie was an outstanding tour guide. She took us to two markets, two shrines, and other fascinating places. She was punctual, knowledgeable, patient with our slow pace of walking, and... read more
Karen H
October 16, 2025 - Tokyo half day - Great Tokyo tour from Backstreet Guides delivered by Lei . Didn’t have much time as our cruise times weren’t great but Lei filled our time with some great stops .... read more
Andyfittes
March 29, 2026 - Private Day Tour - Tokyo - Rie was the absolute best tour guide!! We thoroughly enjoyed our day, learned so much, and were able to partake in new and authentic experiences. Would recommend to anyone and... read more
865courtneyv
November 2, 2025 - Day in Kyoto - The tour was amazing, our guide Ai was very knowledgeable and had answers to all our questions. She took us over a large area in a good amount of time... read more
Jess M
January 26, 2026 -
Thumbs up Backstreet guides - Met at our hotel by our guide Rie, we proceeded to travel around Tokyo suburbs trying amazing food,coffee and craft beer. Throw in a few temples,shrines and shops,it's a full... read more 
Curious28322482007
March 2, 2026 - Great day in Tokyo - We had a wonderful day in Tokyo on the Market & Modern Culture tour with our guide, Rie. She showed us the best spots in Tsujiki market that locals... read more
MTS55305
March 23, 2026 - Great tours with Backstreet Guides - Great tours with Backstreet guides in Tokyo and Kyoto. We had been to both cities before and they were great in making suggestions for things we had not seen... read more
travelfan21_12
January 9, 2026 - Great Experience with lovely guide who spoke English very well. - Rie was wonderful! We are 6 active seniors from the US- she was fun, informative, and made sure no one got lost in the crowds! We enjoyed her company for 2 days.
donutBoca
May 5, 2026 - Our KYOTO ADVENTURE with the wonderful Saki - Our Kyoto Tour was absolutely unforgettable.
Our wonderful tour guide SAKI was knowledgeable and shared fascinating historical and cultural insights that brought each site to life.
This tour gave... read more 
Richard N
January 11, 2026
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