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8 hrneeds a 10h call5.0★ · 37 reviewsFree cancellation 24h aheadPrivate

Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama by Car with Licensed Guide

A private car day in Tokyo with a licensed guide, choosing three or four sights from a long list, starting from a Yokohama hotel.

Duration
8 hr
From pickup or the meeting point and back
Your call needs
10+ hours
Incl. getting ashore and the hour before all-aboard
Price
From US$482 per person
Free cancellation 24h ahead · as of 26 Sep 2026
Group
Private · up to 7
Pickup at listed Yokohama hotels
Why it is on this site
  • You pick 3 to 4 sights from the operator's list (Asakusa and Senso-ji, Meiji Shrine, Tsukiji outer market, Shibuya Crossing, the Imperial Palace grounds and several gardens) and the guide plans the route.
  • A private vehicle does the driving, so there are no subway changes or stairs between sights; the record notes wheelchair-accessible transport options.
  • It holds a 5.0 rating across 37 reviews, and a full refund is available up to 24 hours before the start.
Best for

Couples or small groups on a long Yokohama call, or a day before or after the cruise, who want Tokyo's highlights without the train system.

Think twice if

Pickup is from a list of Yokohama hotels, not Osanbashi Pier, and entrance fees and lunch are extra. Tokyo is only about 30 minutes by train from Yokohama, so confident train users can see one or two of the same areas on their own for far less.

What the operator lists

The day, stop by stop

  1. Asakusa · 30 minAsakusa is the center of Tokyo's shitamachi , one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives. Asakusa's main attraction is Sensoji, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century.
  2. Imperial Palace · 30 min**This tour does not include access to the inside of the Imperial Palace** The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.
  3. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden · 15 minShinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo's largest and most popular parks. Located a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the park's spacious lawns, meandering walking paths and tranquil scenery provide a relaxing escape from the busy urban center around it.
  4. Shibuya Crossing · seen in passingShibuya Scramble Crossing is a popular pedestrian scramble crossing in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.It is located in front of the Shibuya Station Hachikō exit and stops vehicles in all directions to allow pedestrians to inundate the entire intersection.
  5. Tsukiji Fish Market · 30 minTsukiji Outer Market is a district adjacent to the site of the former Tsukiji Wholesale Market. It consists of a few blocks of wholesale and retail shops, as well as restaurants crowded along narrow lanes. Here you can find fresh and processed seafood and produce alongside food-related goods such as knives.
  6. Meiji Jingu Shrine · 30 minMeiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city.
  7. Akihabara · 30 minAkihabara (秋葉原), also called Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo that is famous for its many electronics shops. In more recent years, Akihabara has gained recognition as the center of Japan's otaku (diehard fan) culture, and many shops and establishments devoted to anime and manga are…
  8. Koishikawa Korakuen Garden · 15 minKoishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園, Koishikawa Kōrakuen) is one of Tokyo's oldest and best Japanese gardens. It was built in the early Edo Period (1600-1867) at the Tokyo residence of the Mito branch of the ruling Tokugawa family.
  9. Hamarikyu Gardens · 15 minHama Rikyu (浜離宮, Hama Rikyū), is a large, attractive landscape garden in central Tokyo. Located alongside Tokyo Bay, Hama Rikyu features seawater ponds which change level with the tides, and a teahouse on an island where visitors can rest and enjoy the scenery.
  10. Tokyo National Museum · 15 minThe Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan's top-level national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum and the Kyushu National Museum.
  11. Tokyo Skytree · 30 minThe Tokyo Skytree (東京スカイツリー) is a television broadcasting tower and landmark of Tokyo. It is the centerpiece of the Tokyo Skytree Town in the Sumida City Ward, not far away from Asakusa.
  12. Senso-ji Temple · 15 minSensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples.
  13. Rikugien Garden · 30 minRikugien (六義園) is often considered Tokyo's most beautiful Japanese landscape garden alongside Koishikawa Korakuen. Built around 1700 for the 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Rikugien literally means "six poems garden" and reproduces in miniature 88 scenes from famous poems.
  14. Takeshita Street · 30 minHarajuku (原宿) refers to the area around Tokyo's Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historic sights.
Included
  • Private vehicle
  • Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Not included
  • Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Guide languages: English, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by Japan Guide Agency.

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Quick answers

Before you book

Is the Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama by Car with Licensed Guide worth it from the Yokohama cruise port?

A private car day in Tokyo with a licensed guide, choosing three or four sights from a long list, starting from a Yokohama hotel. Best for: Couples or small groups on a long Yokohama call, or a day before or after the cruise, who want Tokyo's highlights without the train system.

How long a port call do I need for this tour?

About 10 hours. The tour runs 8 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Eight hours of touring plus getting to a listed hotel pickup means this suits a call of 10 hours or more, or a pre- or post-cruise day.

Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?

The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What should I know before booking?

Pickup is from a list of Yokohama hotels, not Osanbashi Pier, and entrance fees and lunch are extra. Tokyo is only about 30 minutes by train from Yokohama, so confident train users can see one or two of the same areas on their own for far less.

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