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| Above, Ginza shopping district of Tokyo. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
The following is a little mind-boggling to me.
A "seasoned traveler" hired a guide to guide her around Tokyo on her second trip to Japan.
While it is true that Tokyo is a big city and one can get disoriented, all one really needs to do is to get a map of the city (the best one is from the Japan National Tourism Organization (or JNTO)) and a map of the subway and train systems (the train and subway stations have them), study and follow them. Additionally, they're free!
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| Above, these JNTO maps are the best ones to use. |
But, it one still doesn't feel comfortable enough to rely on maps, maybe a hired guide is their best option.
Travel + Leisure posted an article on hiring a tour guide in Tokyo.
It begins with:
I’m a seasoned traveler with an intuitive sense of direction and a knack for Google Maps. I have successfully navigated cities across the globe, from Kigali to Chengdu and La Paz. But on my first trip to Tokyo, I got really turned around to the point where it eroded my navigational confidence. So when I returned a few years later, I decided to consult a professional.
Japan is known for its rental friends, people you can hire for an hour or two to keep you company as you dine out or go shopping. But I didn’t need a buddy, I needed an expert who could navigate the streets with ease.
To read more, go here.
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