Nagoya Private Tours with Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted
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Nagoya Private Tours with Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted

By City Unscripted Tokyo
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About
Nagoya is a city of must-sees and, with a local host by your side, you will be able to explore the highlights that truly define Nagoya (as well as some hidden gems your host will reveal just for you). Take in the breathtaking sights of Osu Kannon Temple or the famous Nagoya Castle, where you can learn more about Nagoya's history and, if you are lucky, catch a ninja demonstration. See the city from atop the Sky Promenade, or you could visit 1900-year-old Atsuta Shrine, one of the most significant in Japan. After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host who will suggest a bespoke itinerary based on your requests and interests to explore Nagoya your way.
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Duration: 8h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Private and personalized experience
  • 8 hours with a local Host
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs (can be arranged at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)


Start:
  • Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center, 1-chōme-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 450-0002, Japan
    (The host will be waiting in front of the tourist information center) Upon booking a different meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30791P596

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30791P596

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    • 1-chōme-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 450-0002, Japan
      (The host will be waiting in front of the tourist information center) Upon booking a different meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.
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      sky-promenade
      Nagoya Castle
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      Nittai-ji Temple
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    About the operator
    Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
    • City Unscripted Tokyo
      795
      Japan
      Joined in May 2016
    • 541elissat
      0 contributions
      Great Experience as an introduction to Tokyo
      We had a 6-hour tour with Ack in Tokyo the day that we arrived. He was very friendly and helped us navigate the city. We packed a lot into the 6-hours seeing temples, Shibuya Crossing, visiting a Hedgehog cafe and much more. It was wonderful to have a local show us around and we would recommend this experience.
      Written July 31, 2024
    • emayleo
      0 contributions
      First-time in Japan
      It was a great experience of Tokyo for a first-timer in Japan. Nobu was not pushy and went along with what I feel comfortable going to. He was knowledgeable of the city and provided helpful and invaluable information. He was generous with his time, and with his encouragement and showing me how to navigate the public transportation system, I am leaving Japan feeling accomplished as I did the train/subway by myself the following day. Had he not patiently showing me how it was done, I don't think I would have the courage to try and succeed. Thanks, Nobu!
      Written July 29, 2024
    • lenkah435
      0 contributions
      Great tour with laughter and learning
      Wonderful tour of Tokyo - select area. Mari was knowledgeable, flexible and Fun! We saw historical as well more pop culture sites.
      Written July 24, 2024
    • Julie F
      0 contributions
      Guided with knowledge and care
      We met Maruf shortly after arriving in Tokyo and we were tired from our flight. He tailored our walking tour in accord with our interests. He was knowledgeable about Tokyo life, transport and culture and communicated his knowledge with enthusiasm and competence. We travelled by metro and train to see a number of different sites. We had time to stop for refreshments and to review progress. His plan was to show us the key areas that interested us in a thoughtful way. Because we had such a positive experience on day one we decided on taking a full days guided tour with Maruf to see Mt Fuji, 2 of the 5 lakes, a magnificently Shrine in a forest. Once again Maruf made the day very special. He also took photos of us at these sites and has incense t then to us. Our time in Japan was enhanced by these tours with Maruf. We thoroughly recommend Maruf’s services
      Written July 23, 2024
    • Trek02470639476
      0 contributions
      Great tour 'round Tokyo with the boys
      great tour walking around tokyo. visited plenty of great sites and got lots of photos. The tour guide was an awesome guy!
      Written July 18, 2024
    • Shona M
      0 contributions
      Fantastic tour with extremely friendly, kind and informative guide!
      For our tour around Tokyo we had Rick (unsure on spelling) as our guide. He was super chill, friendly and flexible regarding what we wanted to see and do on our visit. He was kind and talkative with both me and my two children and was up for answering any questions or queries we had. We managed to get around many areas of Tokyo and visit places which we never would have found on our own, such as a temple and garden in Harajuku, a huge Sanrio store in Ginza, Godzilla statue in Shinjuku and Electric Town in Akihabara.Would most definitely recommend!
      Written July 18, 2024
    • jamessW3791LJ
      0 contributions
      Nobu was Great!
      No I was wonderful. We had a great time. He was attentive to what we wanted and customized the experience on the fly when we told him we had already seen something he had planned. Wnding was great and saw some old and new and got history along the way. I highly recommend Nobu.
      Written July 16, 2024
    • Tdaisy404
      0 contributions
      Walking is the best!
      My son and I did a walking tour with Shoko on our first visit to Tokyo. She was the absolute best! Even before we arrived, she was in constant communication with me to plan the perfect tour. We kept the tour short because my son is only nine years old. We ate some good food, explored the fish market, and did some shopping in Ginza. It was the perfect day! We will definitely book Shoko the next time we're in town! There's just nothing like exploring the city on foot and with an expert!
      Written July 15, 2024
    • Seaside510526
      0 contributions
      Knowledgeable, flexible and great conversation - perfect day with Toshi
      Toshi was the perfect guide - he knew the area and had history/background on the temples that we revisited and made our very short period of time stress free. He made the day seamless, he was a great conversationalists, flexible to our needs and graciously answered our kid's questions. I'd recommend Toshi to those traveling in any situation - couples, family, friends, etc.
      Written July 14, 2024
    • I3851ZMdanielad
      0 contributions
      Excellent Tour
      Excellent tour for the short time that I had, it was very interesting and informative, it was personalized in base of my time and needs, I was late and they wait the time I needed, was very gentle, help me with the pictures, help to find the souvenirs that I needed. Thanks for this tour!
      Written July 13, 2024
    • Julie W
      0 contributions
      Day 2— 8 hour custom tour
      Cheata was a great tour guide. She had lots of energy and kept us going!! We saw so much of Tokyo in the 8 hour day and she made sure we got on the right train to get back to our Airbnb.
      Written July 10, 2024
    • Julie W
      0 contributions
      Busy but fun day in Tokyo.
      Marek was a great tour guide. We had the best very busy day! He was able to pivot on the fly and really customized our tour!!
      Written July 8, 2024
    • Q5127AFvalerier
      0 contributions
      Wonderful guided wandering
      Our tour with Patrick exceeded our expectations. Rather than hit tourist traps, we wandered through neighborhoods, shrines, parks, cemeteries and even a market. It was delightful and authentic. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared pieces of history along the way. Patrick was kind and patient. He helped us understand the complicated train process and taught us basic navigation skills that assisted us throughout our trip. I highly recommend the private Tokyo tour if you want to experience things at your own pace and off the beaten path. Thanks!
      Written July 7, 2024
    • Pariva
      0 contributions
      Think Again!
      Unfortunately, the tour fell very short compared to the reviews and expectations. We hoped to be assigned a local guide, but did not have the same. Marc was least engaging and almost walking miles ahead on his own, even before the trip all the messages were promotional in nature. Could have been so much better!
      Written July 5, 2024
    • A2057YHjasonw
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      Great Way To See Tokyo
      Great Tour. Our guide Saito was wonderful and helped us to navigate the city. He allowed us to lead the tour and made meal suggestions.
      Written July 4, 2024
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    maelle r
    1 contribution
    Apr 2024 • Couples
    It was great to learn about local life and about the castle (sadly we were too late for the castle, but we've been the day after)
    Written April 28, 2024
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    alona s
    28 contributions
    Apr 2024 • Friends
    Anna Uchico our local guide provided us an IT tailored to our group’s interest and time. We had a wonderful day exploring Nagoya and ended it with a super yummy kaiseki lunch and shopping for Japan goods per our request.
    Written April 11, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Great to hear you had a wonderful day with Anna in Nagoya! Thank you for your positive review—it means a lot to us.
    Written April 12, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Elise S
    1 contribution
    Mar 2024 • Friends
    TK was wonderful. Thank you for sharing her with us. She took us to the Shrine, shopping and to eat. She is well informed and speaks very good English.
    Written March 27, 2024
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    Thank you for your kind words! We are glad you enjoyed your tour!
    Written March 27, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Global294162
    Benowa, Australia2 contributions
    Feb 2024 • Friends
    We enjoyed the company of a local who spoke our language very well. Noel was very accommodating and interesting. The rapport was strong. We enjoyed being taken to an area off the tourist track. Very good experience. Thank you
    Written March 17, 2024
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    Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Noel. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable tour in the future.
    Written March 18, 2024
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    vladimir c
    2 contributions
    Apr 2023 • Solo
    In depth tour of the Atsuta Shrine - amazing and unforgettable, very much due to a knowledgeable and professional guide.
    Written March 16, 2024
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    We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing and unforgettable experience during your in-depth tour of the Atsuta Shrine! It's wonderful to know that your enjoyment was greatly enhanced by the expertise and professionalism of your guide. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!
    Written March 16, 2024
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    Sightsee01569401107
    1 contribution
    Feb 2024 • Family
    We had an amazing tour with Takako visiting Atsuta-Sama shrine in Nagoya! She was incredibly knowledgeable about the shrine and the local culture. She taught us some of the traditional practices and we enjoyed a tea break at the shrine. We also enjoyed conversations about the cultural differences between our home country and Japan.
    Written March 13, 2024
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    Takako and all of us are uplifted by your positive feedback. Thank you!
    Written March 15, 2024
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    Lynn C
    1 contribution
    Dec 2023 • Solo
    Local guide Saki provided exceptional english translation for an off-the-beaten-path tour of the traditional Kakukyu Miso Brewery on the outskirts of Nagoya. She met us at Nagoya train station and navigated local trains to get us to the tour on-time. After the tour, we had lunch at the brewery. One of the highlights of the private tour was spending time with this informative and friendly guide. We would highly recommend this experience for anyone.
    Written December 14, 2023
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    I'm genuinely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time with Saki and that it felt like you were hanging out with a knowledgeable friend. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable experience!
    Written December 14, 2023
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    Reynaldo Ibarra
    Luzon, Philippines7 contributions
    Our tour guide was very patient and accommodating to us despite our being very late in meeting up with him. He was still able to tour us to the places we wanted to see.
    Written June 3, 2023
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