Experience the best of Tokyo with Withlocals

"Abu provided a highly personalized, knowledgeable, and friendly experience for our family and friends. Abu's expertise in local culture, history, and food really made for an outstanding evening. More importantly, his flexibility in tailoring the itinerary to our specific interests made all the difference to create an ideal outing and maximizing our little time in Tokyo. Good English. Very recommended experience!"

"Sena is lovely and took us to places that were well off the tourist trail Lovely mixture of snack foods from small local specialtists. So much food that we could barely walk by the end. Great tour, great guide."

"Sheilana was puntual, easy going and gave us an awesome mixture of the main sights, mixed with places we would never have discovered on our own. Tasty snacks, quirky tales. We would highly recommend her any time."

"We were so pleased with our tour. Gulay so knowledgeable about everything Japanese, culture, sites, shopping, you name it she knew it. Very friendly personality too, very helpful. She taught us how to manage the subway and other information making our trip in Tokyo much easier. Highly recommend it would definitely use her again."

"Sena guided my husband and me on the Drinks & Bites Tour through Kichijoji. Communication was easy and sincere from the very beginning. Her open and kind manner made us feel comfortable right away. And we had some good laughs together. She always had several food options prepared and catered to all our requests. She took us to places we would never have found on our own, such as a yakitori restaurant where many salarymen were enjoying their after-work beer. All of her food recommendations were amazing! The tour with Sena was definitely one of the highlights of our trip, and we would absolutely book her as our guide again on our next trip! "

"We book a lot of Withlocals tours and we all think Gerald was one of the best. From describing how Sensoji was rebuilt after the utter destruction of the war to explaining some of the nuances of Japanese culture, Gerald had a unique way of connecting the dots for both the adults and teenagers. We all walked away with more than just surface understanding of the culture and are grateful. Plus he fed us some of the best street food we’ve had in Tokyo… not a tourist in sight. "

"I am almost cool now. Sena took our family around some of the most crowded, colourful and high energy streets. While my teenagers recognized much of it Sena was so great at explaining everything to me, while engaging with our teens directly. Had we gone on our own we would have missed a lot of the special parts that aren’t so obvious to westerners. "

"Our food tour with Ai was one of the absolute highlights of our time in Tokyo. She went above and beyond from the very beginning—she met us at our hotel to help us navigate the train system and brought us to a local neighborhood we never would have discovered on our own. From there, the afternoon turned into an incredible culinary adventure. We sampled a variety of local foods, each one more delicious than the last. Everything was authentic, fresh, and absolutely scrumptious. It felt like we were being introduced to the real flavors of Tokyo rather than the typical tourist spots. What made the experience even more special was how much Ai shared along the way. She was also incredibly helpful with a gift we needed to purchase and helped us navigate the shops to find the perfect item. It truly felt like exploring Tokyo with a knowledgeable friend who wanted us to experience the best of the city. If you want amazing food, local insights, and a memorable afternoon in a neighborhood you’d never find on your own, this tour is a must-do. Thank you for a great day, Ai! "

"Our time in Tokyo was unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible guide-Gerald. From the moment we met him he was warm, engaging, and genuinely passionate about sharing his city with us. Gerald took us far beyond the typical tourist experience—guiding us through the Shibuya district and beyond. We visited a beautiful neighborhood shrine, a peaceful cemetery, and charming local neighborhoods we never would have discovered on our own. Along the way, he shared fascinating insights about Japanese culture, history, and daily life that gave us a much deeper appreciation for Tokyo. What truly stood out was his kindness and enthusiasm. Every stop felt thoughtful and personal, and he created such a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that the day felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable friend rather than being on a tour. If you're visiting Tokyo and want an experience that is authentic, insightful, and genuinely enjoyable, We cannot recommend Gerald enough. It was one of the highlights of our trip. "

"We had such a nice time with Sheilina! She helped create a custom tour based on our experience, even helping us to locate special snacks and diapers for our baby! We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a friendly, accommodating tour guide! "