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Tokyo with Withlocals

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  2. Select one of our local experts

  3. Enjoy Tokyo like a local

Explore Tokyo

Let our local experts guide you through a handpicked selection of things to do on a private tour. Think hidden gems, insider stories, and all the local vibes. Ready to find your private tour of Tokyo? Your adventure-packed day is just one click away!

Top 5 tours in Tokyo

Make your stay in Tokyo complete with these things to do

  1. Portrait from local Sena - The Adventurous Traveler
    Portrait from local RamKy - The Creative Traveller
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    1Highlights & Hidden Gems of the Shibuya district

    3 hours • city highlight tours
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    From €56.03 per person
  2. Portrait from local RamKy - The Creative Traveller
    Portrait from local Gulay - The Whimsical Historian
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    2The History of Tokyo: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Tour

    3 hours • city highlight tours
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    From €52.24 per person
  3. Portrait from local Sena - The Adventurous Traveler
    Portrait from local Alejandro - The Nightlife expert
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    3Drinks & Bites in Tokyo Tour

    2.5 hours • food tours
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    From €90.48 per person
  4. Portrait from local Carlos - The Foodie Enthusiast
    Portrait from local Ai - The Hungry Traveler
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    4The 10 Tastings of Tokyo: Street Food

    3 hours • food tours
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    From €97.67 per person
  5. Portrait from local Alejandro - The Nightlife expert
    Portrait from local RamKy - The Creative Traveller
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    5City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo

    1.5 hours • city highlight tours
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    From €25.55 per person

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  • 5.0

    Fantastic Guide, highly recommended

    "Sena was brilliant. Very knowledgeable, helpful and fun. In addition to our tour she helped us with onward train reservations and gave us lots of top tips. Cannot recommend highly enough."

    local Senaguest lynn
    lynnAbout local SenaTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Just book it!

    "Had a great tour with Sena; an excellent guide and really good fun - thank you."

    local Senaguest David
    DavidAbout local SenaTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Great walking tour!

    "RamKy was a great guide for us through the Asakusa district. He had a wealth of information, including historical facts that helped us understand the Sensoji temple, tasty Ramen, and Akihabara. We would highly recommend him to everyone. He will tailor the tour based on what you'd like to see. "

    local RamKyguest Andy
    Andy About local RamKyTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Alexandra about Alejandro

    "Alejandro is awesome! 10/10 experience. Very knowledgeable & kind. "

    local Alejandroguest Alexandra
    AlexandraAbout local AlejandroTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Natalie about Carlos

    "Carlos gave us a great tour of street food in Japan. He was really helpful in understanding culture and the food of Japan. I would recommend this tour and would highly recommend Carlos as a guide."

    local Carlosguest Natalie
    NatalieAbout local CarlosTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Great Intro to Tokyo & Japan

    "We like to do a tour like this on arrival to a country, it is always a good way to start a vacation and learn about the city and country. This was no exception, fun night out and really informative. Sena was also super helpful in giving us recommendations for restaurants!"

    local Senaguest Simon
    SimonAbout local SenaTokyo, September 2023
  • 5.0

    Great guide

    "On our first evening in Tokyo, we had a tour with Sena in Shibuya. In only 1,5 hours she showed us around so many wonderful places! She tailored the tour completely to our interests and those of our 9-year-old daughter, which was wonderful. She gave us tips on where to eat and showed us many places that we would have never found without a local to show us around. We recommend Sena as a guide anytime and are hoping to do more tours with her when we come back to Japan in the future!"

    local Senaguest Iain
    IainAbout local SenaTokyo, August 2023
  • 5.0

    Knowledgable&sympathetic&down to Earth

    "Such a beautiful start in the day with Gulay's smile and useful information. Very knowledgable concerning lifestyle, everyday life and history. Gulay has the talent to really introduce you into the parts of Tokyo you are interested in. Gratefully thankful. "

    local Gulayguest Kerstin
    KerstinAbout local GulayTokyo, August 2023
  • 5.0

    Great tour, nice and competent tourguide

    "Carlos is a nice and smart guy. He knows a lot about Tokyo as a resident of Tokyo and he can also tell you in which ways Tokyo is different from other cities because he has traveled a lot."

    local Carlosguest Mark
    MarkAbout local CarlosTokyo, August 2023
  • 5.0

    Wonderful street food experience

    "I had a wonderful street food tour with Sena, it was a great way to experience Tokyo and eat food I would not dare to buy myself. Sena taught me a lot about Tokyo and Japanese lifestyle, and it felt like hanging out with a friend! I can warmly recommend Sena and Withlocals to anyone that want a deeper experience in the country you are visiting. "

    local Senaguest Matilda
    MatildaAbout local SenaTokyo, August 2023

Enjoy the Best of the Tokyo
Like a Local

Private & Personalized Tours in Tokyo with a Local

When you hit the road and land in a new city like Tokyo, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.

Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Tokyo spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Tokyo.

The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.

But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Tokyo, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Tokyo awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.

So, next time you're in Tokyo, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Tokyo. Get ready to explore like a local!

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