First TIME tokyo

A private, stress-free Tokyo tour designed around your shore excursion

Private & designed around your shore excursion
Make the most of your time in Tokyo — without the stress

Private itinerary built around your ship’s schedule
See the Tokyo highlights that matter most to you
Efficient routing to make the most of your limited time
Port pickup and return
Your own private local guide
No large groups, no fixed schedule

5★ on Google
400+ travelers guided in Tokyo

No payment required in advance — pay on the day

From US$ 220 for 2 people
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Meet your guide
Hi, I’m Sam — and I’ll be your personal guide in Tokyo.I’ve lived in Japan for 11 years, and Tokyo is home.

I’ve spent years helping travelers discover the city and created First Time Tokyo to make exploring Tokyo easy, personal and stress-free, even when you only have a few hours.

I’ll plan your itinerary around your ship’s schedule and the places you most want to see, taking care of the trains, navigation and logistics so you can focus on enjoying your time in Tokyo.

I’ll help you make the most of your limited time — without rushing from one place to another or wasting time figuring things out.

I speak French, English and Japanese.

Whenever possible, I’ll personally be your guide. If I’m unavailable, I’ll arrange one of my trusted fellow guides and confirm who will be guiding you before your tour.
What Your Shore Excursion includes
  • A private tour built around your ship’s schedule — no generic group itinerary
  • A smart, efficient route designed to make the most of your limited time
  • See Tokyo’s must-see highlights without wasting time between locations
  • Port pickup and return — start and finish your tour where you need to be
  • Stress-free navigation — I’ll handle the trains, routes and logistics
  • A flexible itinerary adapted to your interests and available time
  • Your own private local guide — no strangers, no large groups
  • Local knowledge and cultural insights to make the most of every stop
  • Practical tips for the rest of your Japan trip, if Tokyo is only your first stop
HOW IT WORKS
1. Tell me about your cruise

Send me your ship’s schedule, arrival time and departure time, along with the places you’d most like to see.

2. I plan your day

I’ll create an efficient private itinerary around your schedule, interests and available time.

3. Enjoy Tokyo — I’ll handle the rest

I’ll take care of the trains, navigation and logistics so you can focus on enjoying your time in Tokyo.


Popular ways to explore Tokyo

Classic Tokyo — 6 hours
Asakusa · Ueno · Meiji Jingu · Harajuku · Shibuya

Modern Tokyo — 4 hours
Shibuya · Harajuku · Shinjuku

These are just examples — your itinerary is fully personalized around your ship’s schedule and what you want to see.

Private Shore Excursion Pricing

For 2 people
5 hours — US$220
8 hours — US$290
Additional person: +US$30

No payment required to book — pay on the day.

Need a shorter or longer tour? Traveling with more people?

Tell me your cruise schedule and what you’d like to see, and I’ll create the right itinerary for you.
FAQ
  • Is the tour private
    Yes. Your tour is completely private and reserved exclusively for you and your group.
  • Can we customize the itinerary?
    Absolutely. The tour is fully customizable. You can tell me what you want to see before the tour, and I can also adjust the itinerary during the day based on your interests, energy level, weather, or anything else that comes up.
  • Do you pick us up at the port?
    Yes. I meet you directly at the port and start the tour from there.
  • What is included in the price?
    The price includes your private guide and a fully personalized tour. Transportation, meals, and entrance fees, if applicable, are not included.
  • How do we pay?
    Payment is made in cash on the day of the tour (USD, EUR, AUD, CAD and JPY accepted). If you prefer to pay by card, simply let me know in advance and I can send you a secure PayPal payment link.
  • What if we change our plans during the tour?
    No problem. Your tour is flexible, and I can adjust the itinerary during the day to make sure the experience works for you.
Book Your Private Tokyo Tour
No payment required — pay on the day of your tour. (Reply within 12 hours)
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