4.9
Highlights & Hidden Gems of the Shibuya district
- 3 hours
- City Highlight Tours
- Tokyo
Choose one of 11 locals available
Experience hosted by Alessandra, Sheilina & other locals
- Private Tour
- Carbon Neutral
- Destination
- Tokyo, Japan
- Category
- City Highlight Tours
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Transport mode
- Walking tour
- Available languages
- English, 中文, 日本語, Português, Türkçe, Español
- Included
-
- Private Guide
- 1 Local Snack or Drink
- All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
- Excluded
-
- Entrance to attractions
- tips
6 reasons to book this tour
- Explore the best of the Shibuya and Kinza district in only 3 hours
- Spot classics like Hachiko Statue & Shibuya Crossing
- Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
- Experience the city from a local’s perspective
- Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
- Privately guided by a local expert
What you can expect
Tokyo, is a magical place, especially the Shibuya and Kinza district! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!
Dive into the origin of Tokyo and the area you’ll explore as you see the main landmarks like Hachiko Statue, Shibuya Crossing and Meiji-Jingu Shrine. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Tokyo to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Tokyo.
Want to take a break and catch up with your local host? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Tokyo. Remember, the locals know best.
The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Tokyo, your Tokyo!
Choose your local
Get to know these 11 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
-
Alessandra
The explorer
4.99 reviewsEnglish・Português -
Sheilina
Your Best Buddy in Yokohama
4.926 reviewsEnglish・中文・日本語 -
Sena
The Adventurous Traveler
4.9178 reviewsEnglish・日本語 -
Joanne
The Scottish Movie Maker
5.03 reviewsEnglish -
Ai
The Hungry Traveler
4.936 reviews日本語・English -
Julisiana
Discover Japan Like Never Before with me !
5.04 reviewsEnglish・Português -
Gulay
The Whimsical Historian
5.0105 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe -
Seden
Kimono and Travel Lover
5.016 reviewsEnglish・日本語・Türkçe -
Sayuri
Food and Fashion lover
5.08 reviewsEnglish・日本語 -
Carlos
The Foodie Enthusiast
4.855 reviewsEnglish・Español -
Kennedy
Fabulous Mt. Fuji Ambassador
4.02 reviewsEnglish・日本語・中文
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.
-
Meeting point
Meet at Next to the lottery stand at the Hachikō Statue - Tokyo to start your journey
-
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.
-
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! -
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 -
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 -
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! -
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 -
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
Beth
(About local )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
18 November 2024
Jean🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
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 )
3 October 2024
It was a pleasant tour through Sibuya area. Carlos showed us nice spots and told us interesting stories. Pleasant tour
Joseph🇫🇷 France
(About local )
18 September 2024
Loved this tour with Sena. Super versatile guide and discovered so much!Fantastic time in Shibuya!
Unknown
(About local )
16 September 2024
Gulay was very warm & friendly and made sure we were comfortable at all times. She gave us options on how we wanted to view the city and was able to add her own interpretation of Japan's history. She also gave really good recommendations on where to eat right after the tour. Would definitely recommend her when friends & fam visit Japan wanting a city tour!! <3So cool & inspiring! 10/10 Recommend!!
Ian🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
9 September 2024
Gulay was a perfect tour host and we had a great time visiting many places that we just would not have found on own. Thank you for helping us make the most of our time in Tokyo.Fantastic!
ART
(About local )
29 August 2024
Gulay, ist ein sehr netter und zuvorkommender Mensch. Wir hatten viel Spaß sind froh so viele Infos über Tokio durch sie erhalten zu haben.
Es war uns eine große Freude mit ihr Tokio zu besichtigen.
Es gibt keine Einwände. Das perfekte Rund-um-Paket
Erez🇹🇭 Thailand
(About local )
23 July 2024
We took a day to with Carlos in Tokyo, it was very entertaining so we enjoyed it a lot.
Carlos is a very nice person very good guide, knowledgeable and we had a good time with him. Excellent experience
Rafael🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
(About local )
26 June 2024
Gulay was friendly, knowledgeable and fun! We had a great time and highly recommend her tours!Great tour!
Lindsey🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
19 June 2024
Sena was a great tour guide for our family of four (kids 14 and 12 years old) from the U.S. She was very knowledgeable and helpful and made great recommendations for around Tokyo and even outside! She was very communicative and responsive. We highly recommend!! Go with Sena. She was great!
Jenny🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
16 June 2024
My husband and I along with our 18 year old daughter and 15 year old son did a tour of Shibuya with Sena. This area can be overwhelming if you are not from Japan or speak the language. We did this tour on our first day in Tokyo to get oriented. We got to go into the shopping area that was of interest to our kids, walk around the more popular streets, and was shown fun areas we can come back to on our own and a list of good restaurants. Sena is very charming and a pleasure to be around. The best part of her tour was that she could speak to the interest of the 50 year olds and could also be entertaining to the teenagers. We also got to see the Meiji Jingu Shrine and gardens that were in bloom. We had a great morning and introduction to Tokyo. Great introduction to Tokyo
Scott🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 June 2024
Gulay was very flexible with my elderly mother and helped make it the trip of a lifetime.Amazing Job!
tamara🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
8 June 2024
Gulay was wonderful! We did the asakusa and the harajuku tours with her. Both were extremely helpful and brought a wonderful perspective and important tips on how to enter temples and shrines. She also knew how to balance the needs (wants) of our teenagers- we all loved gulay! Thank you!! XoFun and knowledgeable!
Vickie🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
2 June 2024
We would highly recommend booking any tour with Sena. We specifically did a food and bites tour and were so lucky to have her take us to places we would not have found, let alone heard of. We appreciate all of your knowledge and hospitality Sena!A very knowledgeable guide!
Justin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 May 2024
Gulay was an amazing guide. We ended up doing two different tours with her! We had a family of 5 which can be a challenge to accommodate. She exceeded our expectations!! Gulay knows all of the hidden spots and found quiet peaceful areas to enjoy and learn, even in the heavy tourist areas. She had vast knowledge of local food and found paces to satisfy the sweet tooth of our child and the adventurous palate of us. Her knowledge of the local history helped us appreciate things we would've certainly missed.
No matter the neighborhood you are staying, we highly recommend a tour with Gulay to start your trip off. She will fill your itinerary with many thoughtful recommendations!!!Exceptional introduction to Tokyo!!
Andrea🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
(About local )
9 April 2024
Esperienza eccellente. Probabilmente la guida più preparata che abbiamo trovato a Tokyo. Capace non solo di esporre i fatti in maniera chiara ma anche di discutere aspetti della vita in Giappone per capirne la vera essenza. GrazieSuper informativa
Nadine🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
2 April 2024
Wir hatten mit Sena eine wunderschöne, superinteressante Tour durch Shibuya. Sie hat uns sehr viel erzählt, Interessantes gezeigt und alle Fragen, die wir hatten mit großem Hintergrundwissen beantwortet.
Danke für diese tolle Tour ! Wir würden sie vollkommen weiterempfehlen ! Tolle Tour ! Absolut empfehlenswert !
purti🇮🇳 India
(About local )
30 March 2024
We had a great time with Gulay and she adapted to all our needs without any hesitation . We are a family of four and we all were extremely happy after the tour. Keep up the good work and I really hope you add a vintage shopping tour in Japan experience. Gulay would be great for it ! Extremly flexible
Todd🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 March 2024
There’s nothing better than booking a tour and having an even better time than you were expecting. On this tour the reason for that was Sena. We saw a lot of places and experienced food and drink in really cool places. But to top that off, Sena was informative, funny, and made sure that we were having a great time. You just can’t beat that. Seeing the Sights of Shibuya with Sena
Robin🇫🇷 France
(About local )
24 March 2024
Sena was such a great host! Very communicative leading up to the tour and even came and found us for the tour start. Despite the rainy day we had a great tour. She is so easy going. She answered all of our questions and gave us plenty of tips for the rest of our stay in Tokyo. Hosts like her are exactly why I use WithLocals when we travel. I would highly recommend her! Wonderful host!
Gerhard🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
3 March 2024
Sena is a wonderful guide for an interesting Tokyo trip. She specialiced the tour to my preferences. So I was able to eat my first sushi with her - it was so cheap (compared with Europe). After having a look in Tokyo from a skyscraper we visited the Meji Shrine and I learned everything about Shintuism in Japan and how to behave in a shrine.
I strongly recommend Sena as a guide. She is so friendly and knowledgeable.
A wonderful kickstart to Tkyo
Parijat🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
25 February 2024
We really enjoyed our tour with Sena. She was a lovely host and asked us about our interests. She was really flexible and was happy to modify our experience according to what we wanted. She was also kind enough to queue for us in a long checkout line in the Pokemon Centre as we continued browsing the rest of the shop. Finally, she also gifted us with a lovlely origami crane as a departing gift! Sena really went above and beyond and created a wonderful and memorable evening in Shibuya! ❤️Amazing Shibuya Tour! 😍
Melinda🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
23 February 2024
Sena was a wonderful guide for our tour of Shibuya. Her English is wonderful, she answered all our questions and explained Japanese culture. She gave us a chance to try out / experience Japanese customs and gave us the time to browse gift shops when we wanted. We highly recommend her for this tour
Awesome tour guide.
Ben🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
28 January 2024
The tour with Gulay was perfect. She showed us all the hidden spots and gave us a lot of information about the culture and the city. We can fully recommend her tour.Perfect guide
Ruth🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
25 January 2024
Danke Gulay
Du hat unsere 6er Gruppe total begeistert. Wirklich überzeugt hast Du uns mit Freundlichkeit und Wissen! Deine Typs, die besten Insiders und Deine Erfahrung hat uns das wohlfühlen in Eurer Stadt leicht gemacht. Gerne treffen wir dich wider i d werden deine adresse unseren Freunden geben. Gastfreundschaft 100%
Unknown
(About local )
14 December 2023
We spent a great few hours with Sena and learned a lot about Japanese culture and our environment. Thoughtful, knowledgeable and fun
Juliet🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
14 December 2023
Sena met us exactly where she said she would and guided us around Shibuya. She showed us many interesting places, that we would not have found on our own and pointed out many cool shops and cafes. We finished at the Meiji shrine and were grateful for her insights into the traditions and how to behave in a respectful way.
She answered all our questions and was very easy to get along with.Great way to start our tripnto Tokyo
Gerald🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
29 November 2023
My wife and I had a lovely and great walk with Carlos during our recent trip to Tokyo. We walked the less travelled streets of Shibuya, including "Cat Street" before it got crowded and Takeshita Street. We came across a lovely cafe (Higuma Doughnuts) selling freshly done doughnuts with the usual coffee etc (Carlos paid for the coffee). It was a cosy and a nice place to hang out to rest our weary limbs. The walk ended with a visit and tour of the Meiji Jingu. I wished we had more time in Tokyo to explore further with Carlos! Great Insight into Shibuya District
Withlocals experiencesare always
Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.
Other City highlight tours in Tokyo
-
Enjoy Tokyo with a host of your choice
The History of Tokyo: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Tour
307 reviews • €52.24 pp • 3 hourscity highlight tourInstantly Confirmed -
Enjoy Tokyo with a host of your choice
City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo
510 reviews • €25.55 pp • 1.5 hourscity highlight tourInstantly Confirmed -
Enjoy Tokyo with a host of your choice
Withlocals Your Way! - Tokyo City Tour
238 reviews • €88.24 pp • 5 hourscity highlight tourInstantly Confirmed