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Want to see the best of Tokyo? It’s all waiting in the Shibuya and Kinza district! And as in every Withlocals experience, the real excitement is the hidden gems of this area. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour in the Shibuya and Kinza district, so you can say: I experienced the real Tokyo!

Destination

Tokyo, Japan

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, 日本語, 中文, Español, Türkçe, Português

Included

• Private Guide
• 1 Local Snack or Drink
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions
• tips

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 12 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Next to the lottery stand at the Hachikō Statue - Tokyo to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. the Shibuya and Kinza district Exploring

   This Tokyo tour takes you to explore the Shibuya and Kinza district, where you can see another area of the city. Check out its highlights and hidden gems and its many interesting insights that will show you the Shibuya and Kinza district at its best!

4. Area Highlights

   See Hachiko Statue, Shibuya Crossing, Meiji-Jingu Shrine, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Tokyo so unique

5. Hidden Gems

   Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

6. Magical Storytelling

   Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!

7. Special Treat

   Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

8. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Maria🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

25 April 2025

We fully enjoyed walking around the main streets and of highlights of Shibuya with Sena. The area is vibrant and crowded, Sena guided us to the most iconic spots like the Shibuya crossing, we saw it from above and did the crossing in person. We visited some nice comercial areas all reachable from the train station underground. We walked around the old streets were authentic small food booths are located. We went sake tasting. Sena kindly recommended and drop us to an excellent restaurant that served great sushi. We highly recommend Sena.Visting Shibuya

Vanessa

(About local Seden)

21 April 2025

Wonderful guide. Everytime again

Nani and Manuel🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Sheilina)

16 April 2025

Our tour through Japan turned into a truly tremendous adventure — all thanks to the one and only Sheilina! From the very first moment, she radiated an friendly, warm energy that immediately made us feel welcome and incredibly well taken care of. Sheilina was the embodiment of attentiveness, kindness, and genuine care. She consistently went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. Her helpfulness knew no bounds, her sense of humor was absolutely delightful, and she always had our happiness at heart. It was crystal clear that she wanted nothing but the absolute best for us, and she worked with true dedication to ensure our satisfaction at every step. One moment that deeply moved us: even before the tour officially started, Sheilina went out of her way to stand in line at the incredibly popular donut shop “I am Donut” — just to bring us a treat from one of the most sought-after spots in town. That act of thoughtfulness truly touched us. We are endlessly grateful to Sheilina for her warmth, her loving energy, and for turning this tour into something truly magical. With her caring heart and sparkling personality, she gave us an experience we will never forget. Arigato gozaimasu Sheilina PS: Sheilina's fluency in English was amazing!!!Unforgettable Tokyo-Tour with Sheilina

helen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

12 April 2025

we did the shibuya tour w/ sheilina, and she was great. it was me, my 6 yo son, and parents, and she was able to accommodate all our needs and interests. specifically, we had just arrived from the states the night before and were severely jetlagged, and my son was quite cranky. she kept him occupied and entertained why allowing my parents and i to sightsee. she also showed us how to buy tickets at the train station and pointed out interesting restaurants and places to buy snacks. i will be doing another tour w/ her in asakusa, and i can't wait!great tour!

Louis🇩🇰 Denmark

(About local Sayuri)

11 April 2025

Very nice person Good contact with her but with some problème of understanding.Tokyo visit

Lucia

(About local Sheilina)

10 April 2025

We had a great time on our Shibuya tour with Sheilina! She was super sweet, gave us great shopping tips, and took us to the Meiji Shrine. We really enjoyed the experience!Great tour

8nb9xxdsyg

(About local Sena)

9 April 2025

My wife, son, and I recently visited Japan for the first time. It was exciting, and potentially a bit overwhelming! I've used withlocals on other trips and fortunately came across Sena as we looked into hiring a guide to show us around Shibuya. It ended up becoming one of the highlights of the trip! Sena reached out to us before we arrived, and graciously came up with a nice itinerary tailored to what my wife and 13 yo son were interested in. She made us feel very comfortable, and we had a nice, authentic few hours with her. The time flew by, and when it was over we realized we should have booked her for a second outing! Oh well, next time. Sometimes when you are tourists in a new place, hiring a guide sounds good, but sometimes there is an awkwardness having a stranger showing you around. Definitely not the case with Sena. There was no language barrier, and she gave my wife some great suggestions for her specific shopping goals. All round a great few hours and we would definitely hire Sena again! Arigato!A great Guide for First Timers to Japan

Heidi🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

7 April 2025

We had a great time on Sheilina's tour around Shibuya. She's very friendly, easy to understand and is very accommodating. She was very thoughtful about giving us time to shop without rushing us and we were able to work in some cherry blossom viewing as a bonus. Thank you!A great tour with Sweet Sheilina.

Michael

(About local Sheilina)

5 April 2025

Sheilina was a terrific guide and shared so many interesting and important aspects of Tokyo on this our first visit to this wonderful city. We were met at our designated meeting spot on time and throughout our experience Sheilina kept us briefed and informed. We saw some wonderful sights and Sheilina shared some helpful facts and information. All in all a wonderful way to be introduced to a new city - thank you Sheilina. Excellent Introduction to Tokyo

Kayla🇦🇹 Austria

(About local Carlos)

5 April 2025

We had lovely time with Carlos Tour ! Great guided Tour! Thanks

esther🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Ai )

4 April 2025

We had a lovely walk with Ai.. Book a walk with her! She’s nice, speaks very good English! Tokyo walk

Karina

(About local Carlos)

3 April 2025

We took two tours with Carlos both great, exactly what we were looking for. We had the opportunity to see more than just the tourist side, and Carlos was able to understand our interests and tailor the trip according to our wishes. Keep in mind that we have two teens in our group, so we wanted the tour to be interesting for everyone, regardless of age. We never felt rushed, and Carlos took the time to answer all our questions… trust me, there were a lot.Time in Tokyo

Marie-Flora🇫🇷 France

(About local Sena)

1 April 2025

Sena is really friendly and I had a really good time with her. If you have any questions about japan Sena will give you the answer and many tips of where to go to shop, eat... I recommand a tour with Sena ! Especially for the solo traveler : don't be afraid and just book a tour !Amazing !

Stefan

(About local Sheilina)

31 March 2025

for US$ 330,— we simply expected more (an extra for $500,00 we paid for the car on top) Yokohama Chinatown shops were still closed, park ok. Drive to Tokyo. No explanation where and why we are going there during the ride. She wasn`t informed where we can see the cherry blossom…..passed by a cemetery where beautiful cherry tries were in and almost nobody around, instead we went to a park with thousands and thousands of other people, was more like the big migration in Afrika than enjoying the cherry blossom there. The shrine beside, the same bad experience. She was always ahead of the group and my wife and I partly couldn`t follow up, strange guide behavior. And if on a Sunday the restaurants are stuffed, why didn`t she made a reservation in a location before? Sorry to say, to my opinion it was a lausy experience and not well organized. We expected more

Kyle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Joanne)

30 March 2025

My friends and I had an awesome time in and around Shibuya with Joanne! Joanne was great, very knowledgeable and friendly! She showed us around all sorts of places in Shibuya, including everything from the busiest crossing in the city to the smaller side streets hidden away. This tour is particularly good for anyone looking to get a lot of variety in on one day, as it covers the beautiful Meiji Shrine as well. It felt like its own world within Tokyo. Joanne was able to tell us all sorts of history tidbits and facts about the shrine which really helped enhance the experience. All in all, we had a great time thanks to her!Amazing variety tour with Joanne!

Jennifer🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

28 March 2025

Sena was an absolute pleasure to wander Shibuya with and we hit all the key places - Shibuya Crossing, Meiji shrine, Yoyogi Park, and Harajuku. What my friend and I loved most was that she took us to viewing areas that only the locals would know about, so we were able to show our other friends when they arrived later. I would highly recommend touring with Sena - she’s amazing!Amazing tour of Shibuya!

m.n.k

(About local Sena)

26 March 2025

Sena is a very nice person, who answers all your questions and tells/shows you interesting things/places, you would never find by yourselfe. Very interesting tour

nonasdavis

(About local Sena)

26 March 2025

We had a great afternoon with Sena exploring Shibuya. It was the perfect way to get acquainted with the city on our first day in Tokyo. In addition to showing us around, Sena helped us use the subway and gave us great suggestions (things to see and places to eat and shop) for the rest of our trip. We would book Sena again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend! Great tour!

Bradley🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

23 March 2025

Sheilina was a great guide on our first day in Tokyo. She showed us all the highlights on where to shop, eat and even how to navigate the subway. Thank you Sheilina for all the information and wonderful time! Great Intro Tour to the City

Sybille

(About local Sayuri)

22 March 2025

Ich kann einen Ausflug mit Sayuri nur empfehlen! Jede Menge interessanter Informationen, Spaß, Unterstützung beim Fahrkartenkauf und sehr angenehme Begleitung. Jederzeit wieder gerne.Wunderbarer + informativer Nachmittag!

Berthold

(About local Sena)

20 March 2025

Sena is a very nice and global thinking person. She gave us a good insight in Shibuya and Japanese Culture. We enjoyed the tour very much.Very nice experience

Charlie

(About local Gulay)

18 March 2025

Really fun time walking around Shibuya. She is very knowledgeable about the history and culture, I would recommend to anyone interested in learning about the area. Fantastic guide

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

16 March 2025

Great time with our Guide. Learned a lot about the neighborhood , where yo shop, where to eat, wandered through all the small allys.Walking through history

Sarah🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

15 March 2025

We had a wonderful day exploring Shibuya with Sena! She taught us about Shintoism and brought us to the beautiful Meiji Jingu. We shared a delicious Udon lunch together and then found the coolest small coffee shop. Such hidden gems! Thank you Sena! A lovely tour with Sena!

Danielle

(About local Joanne)

10 March 2025

Joanne was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. Fantastic balance of modern and historical. She was so kind to help us with an urgent shoe stop for one of our children. Thank you so much!!!Energetic and Accommodating

Beth

(About local Julisiana )

7 March 2025

Julisiana knows Tokyo and is willing to share the parts that interest YOU the most. By request, she took me to a park to see the blossoms and a temple in the Shibuya district. I gained cultural and historical insights I wouldn't have on my own. Spending the day in Tokyo with Juli was a wonderful way to start my trip!Accommodating, lovely guide!

Matthew

(About local Sheilina)

4 March 2025

Sheilina was patient and knowledgeable. When I was curious about certain Japanese phrases or advertisements, Sheilina enthusiastically answered my questions. Even when I was super late, Sheilina was able to accommodate my schedule and incorporate me into the tour. Highly recommend!awesome tour!

elysawalk

(About local Sheilina)

23 February 2025

Sheilina was really great. She was so helpful with my elderly mother as well. She is very knowledgable and fun to talk with!Amazing!

Ruth

(About local Joanne)

23 February 2025

Joanne was perfect for us: Knowledgable, clever, helpful, inclusive and fun to be around. Do not hesitate to give her a whirl if you want to be guided. Thanks Joanne. Ruth and WillShibuya With Joanne

Jay

(About local Sheilina)

21 February 2025

We really enjoyed our City Tour with Sheilina! She was super knowledgeable and spoke great English! I had a cell phone problem, and Sheilina went over and above to fix my problem! (I left my cell phone in a Taxi! and she got it back!!) Great ServiceGreat Tour with Sheilina

daniela🇲🇽 Mexico

(About local Gulay)

17 February 2025

We had an amazing experience with Gulay as our guide in Tokyo! She shared so many fascinating facts and interesting insights that made our tour truly special. The places she took us to were real hidden gems and unique spots we wouldn’t have found on our own. Gulay was incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome from the start and gave us a lot of helpful tips. Her passion and knowledge made the tour very fun and insightful. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience in Tokyo!

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

15 February 2025

Sheilina did a great job with our tour. She’s knowledgeable, good natured and fun. We ate great Ramen, shopped, sampled pasties and even saw a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony being held in a beautiful park. We highly recommend Sheilina for a tour and great insights into Tokyo. Thank you!Great tour in Shibuya

Kathryn🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Sena)

3 February 2025

Sena was a wonderful guide. She introduced us to many new Japanese foods and eating experiences and also gave us great tips for the rest of our trip. 10/10 highly recommended!Fantastic food tour with Sena

pxfcrdb6jf🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Sena)

28 January 2025

We loved the time that we spent with her and found that she was full of excellent information and really helped us find our feet on our first day in Japan. Sena was wonderful

Michael 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

19 January 2025

Thank you, Sheilina, for a great introduction to Tokyo and Japanese culture! We enjoyed our tour very much. Great introduction to Tokyo!

Ed 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

27 December 2024

Sena guided my daughter and myself in Shibuya and the nearby area. She has every quality anyone would want in a guide. Sena has vast knowledge of Japan and its largest city. Her understanding of westerners and english is amazing. She seamlessly can walk, listen, comprehend completely, always being intuitive, smile, laugh and guide us through crowds like the true pro that she is. Sena can relate with an older man and young adult woman at the same time. If you are considering a guide while in Tokyo, Sena is simply the very best.Best Guide in Tokyo

Ralph🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Seden)

26 December 2024

We had the absolute pleasure of spending three unforgettable hours with Selen as our guide in Tokyo. The time flew by, and it felt less like a tour and more like catching up with an old friend. Selen was incredibly entertaining and knowledgeable, bringing Tokyo to life for us in such a unique and personal way. Her stories, insights, and humor made the experience not only educational but also genuinely enjoyable. Thanks to her warm personality and deep connection to the city, we left with a greater appreciation for Tokyo and some truly wonderful memories. If you’re looking for a guide who makes you feel at home while exploring a fascinating city, Selen is the perfect choice! Thank you, Selen, for such a special day!An absolute pleasure

Allie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

26 November 2024

Sena was so wonderful! She really listened to what we were interested in seeing and tailored the tour so that we were able to see and do it all. We loved learning about all about Japanese culture from food to history. We went to some great spots we would have never found on our own! Cannot recommend Sena enough!Like touring around with an old friend!

Gabriel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

23 November 2024

Carlos was Great!! He is the best guide of Shibuya, During the three hours of the tour he showed us many places. He’s very patient, If you are around the area and need a guide book your trip with him!! Thank you!!Best guide of Shibuya!!

Benita🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sena)

21 November 2024

Dear Sena-San, I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the wonderful private tour you provided. Your knowledge and calm demeanor made navigating the bustling Shibuya crossing feel like a leisurely stroll in the park. As a solo traveler, I was eager to delve deeper into Japanese culture and society. You were an excellent listener, quickly understanding my interests and tailoring the tour to my personal preferences. I especially appreciated that you steered us away from the typical tourist hotspots, focusing instead on my interest in history, fashion, and cultural elements that I was most curious about. Our time together felt like a walk with a new friend in her hometown. The conversation flowed effortlessly, and I learned so much. The fiery (perhaps a bit too hot) vegetarian ramen at the end was a perfect way to cap off the experience. however I will definitely be returning to that restaurant on my next visit. I highly recommend your services to anyone seeking a personalized and insightful tour of Japan. When I return with my family, I won't hesitate to book another tour with you. Thank you again for a truly memorable experience. With warm regards, Benita F. Brooklyn, NYLovely guide Sena

christophe

(About local Julisiana )

21 November 2024

I had never discovered a big city with a guide but somehow Tokyo is quite impressive so I decided the same day to go for a guided tour in Shibuya. That was just amazing since Julisiana has a deep knowledge of the area and she is really able to make you feel as a local. I highly recommend her and this tour. Wonderful

cmulli19🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

18 November 2024

Jean🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Ai )

17 November 2024

Review I just submitted earlier, I put in wrong names of our sights!sorry! It was actually the Meiji shrine & Shibuya / district. Got mixed up with names but regardless Ai was a super guide! The shrine & busy shopping streets were such contrasts! A perfect beginning to our time in Tokyo for my husband and myself. In November 2024. Ai is wonderful guide!

Silvia🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Carlos)

8 November 2024

Wir waren mit Carlos am ersten Tag unseres Aufenthaltes in Tokio unterwegs, mehr im Bezirk Ueno. Er ist erfahrend, und hat uns viel über Japan erzählt. Ankommen und ein „Freund“ treffen !

Heinz

(About local Sena)

4 November 2024

It was very excellent with Sena. She adapted her tour perfectly to my special needs. I will certainly call her again, maybe during this trip (I hope), maybe the next time.Very excellent!

Nicholas

(About local Julisiana )

19 October 2024

We’re so glad we invested the afternoon with Julie! We thought we were barely scratching the surface, but Julie brought the depth and insider knowledge we had been craving. On top of that, she’s absolutely delightful and tailored the entire experience to meet us exactly where we are in life—a true feat considering we had four generations on the tour. Highly recommend!A delightful afternoon

Nicole🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Sena)

17 October 2024

Our tour with Senna was truly amazing. We booked the Hidden Gems of Shibuya district tour for our first day in Tokyo and Sena helped us know how to navigate getting around Tokyo, as well as showing us some nice shops, treats, interesting streets and views, which was perfect for us. Sena is so knowledgeable and just such a lovely guide. She came highly recommended and we couldn’t have been happier with our tour. Lovely Experience

Randy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

12 October 2024

We were first time travelers to Tokyo. Sheilina was a wonderful tour guide. She was fun, knowledgeable and she made sure to tailor our tour to our interests and needs. We highly recommend this tour as an introduction to Tokyo.

purnellg2🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Gulay)

10 October 2024

We had an incredible experience with Gulay as our Tokyo guide! From the moment we met, her warmth and enthusiasm made us feel right at home. Gulay’s extensive local knowledge brought the city to life, revealing hidden gems and cultural insights that we would have never discovered on our own. She tailored the tour to our interests, ensuring we had an unforgettable experience. Her passion for Tokyo is infectious, and her friendly demeanor made our time together truly enjoyable. We can't recommend Gulay highly enough—she's a fantastic guide and a wonderful person!Great experience

Michiel🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Carlos)

3 October 2024

It was a pleasant tour through Sibuya area. Carlos showed us nice spots and told us interesting stories. Pleasant tour