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Tokyo Highlights Walking Tour: Asakusa, Ueno, Tsukiji & More
Explore the best of Tokyo in One day! Join me in this private walking tour that covers Tokyo's must-see spots in a day! See the authentic Japanese cuisine at the Tsukiji Market, pray for good fortune at Asakusa Sensoji Temple, take a selfie in front of Tokyo station, Enjoy fun, food, and fashion at Harajuku Takeshitadori and see the world’s busiest intersection at Shibuya Scramble Crossing. You can do it all in one day. And I'm sure you will be satisfied and smiling at the end of the tour!
Meeting Point
At your hotel lobby (in central Tokyo)
hotel lobby
Your personal guide is waiting at your hotel lobby. (*Hotels in the 23 cities of central Tokyo only)
Tsukiji Outer Market
Explore Japanese unique food culture in the outer market and try out some sushi, mochi, fruits etc - the most sought-after experience at Tsukiji’s outer market! Exploring the Tsukiji Fish Market, you will enjoy seeing and eating the freshest sushi at its outer market’s food stalls and restaurants. *Many shops and restaurants of Tsukiji outer market close on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Kabuki-za theater from outside
Immerse in authentic traditional Japanese culture as you see one short Kabuki play. Kabuki is one of the traditional theater plays of Japan. Even if you are not Kabuki fans, it's worth looking at this theater as one of Tokyo's must-see spots. Kabuki features elaborate costumes, exaggerated makeup and manner of speech and the sophisticated stage set.
*One short Kabuki play lasts about 45mins and costs about 1000JPN. They have headsets for interpretation if needed.
*Kabuki theater is closed from the end of the month to the beginning of the following month for the preparation.
Asakusa Sensoji temple
You will find serenity inside Asakusa Sensoji which is one of Tokyo's oldest ad the most popular temples as you pray for good fortune. With Eiko’s help, no doubt you will find the most unique souvenirs for your loved ones at any shopping store on Nakamise street-Tokyo's biggest souvenir market!!
Ueno Park and Ameya Yokocho
The park has the oldest and largest of Japan's top-level national museums and definitely the center of art! It is also a very popular place for cherry-blossom-viewing in spring and lotus flowers in summer among the locals and you may not believe there was an important battle between samurai and Meiji government about 150 years ago.
You'll find unique shops along this small street. Would you like to sip sake and eat yakitori a little?!
Tokyo station
you will find yourself in the busy Tokyo Central Station, and enjoy the modern Tokyo! It is one of the leading terminal stations in Japan with approximately 3,000 train arrivals and departures per day. It has the largest number of platforms in Japan.
East Garden of the Imperial Palace Plaza
Strolling a beautiful Japanese garden. Imperial Palace is built on the former Edo castle compound and some of its original moats, stone walls, entrance gates are still remains in the central Tokyo in this modern days! You can definitly enjoy the contrast of modern and traditional here!!
You will also see the remains of gates, moats and stone walls of the Edo castle which was where the Shogunate government had been placed for more than 250 years back in Edo period(1600-1867). But now it is the residence of Japanese Emperor. Learn more about the history of the Japanese Royal family as Eiko introduces the two places that are related to the Imperial family - the Imperial Palace Plaza and the Meiji Shrine.
Meiji Shrine
Pay a visit to this peaceful shrine surrounded by a lush green forest right in the heart of Tokyo and hit Harajuku Takesihtadori/Omotesando shopping street, one of the busiest & brightest shopping streets in Tokyo.
Harajuku Station
Lastly, this tour will take you to Harajuku, and Shibuya - the heart of youth, diversity, technology, and culture of present Tokyo.
End of the tour. This station is convenient to get to Shibuya, Shinjuku and Roppongi which are perfect to enjoy the city's nightlife!
Ending Point
JR Harajuku station, Shibuya station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, Hotel pick-up fee, guide's transportation fee during the tour, guide's entrance fees to the garden/Tokyo National Museum
Transportation fee during the tour(you), entrance fees(you), lunch (you and guide),
Tour Important Information
Important message from the guide
Please send a message before making a direct booking.
Foreign guests should be vaccinated or tested negative on COVID-19 before leaving for Japan.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Tokyo Tour Reviews
Dustin S.
Tokyo Highlights Walking Tour: Asakusa, Ueno, Tsukiji & More
“Do yourself a favor and book now!”
Eiko-san is polite and knowledgeable like an aunt but fun and funny like a cousin. Either way, you will feel like you are traveling with family. <3
Eiko S.
(64 reviews)Thank you for the great review. It was very exciting for me to tour with you two, both of whom are fans of Japanese anime and studying Japanese. You listened intently to my explanation of various aspects of Japanese history and culture too. It was a pleasure to be your guide. I am relieved that the typhoon passed through safely. Please enjoy your trip to the end! And please come back to Japan again soon! Eiko
“Now it’s also my favourite Hakone!”
Even before we booked this tour, Eiko was helpful via messages about what to see etc. she also gave us a breakfast spot to meet in Odawara! Hakone is beautiful and this tour really let us enjoy the beauty. Eiko even managed to get us to the sights before all the crowds so our photos are amazing! She was also very interactive with our son, making sure he was occupied the whole time. At one stage we actually thought she might’ve worn him out!! Eiko also went that one step further and helped us back to the station and booked our Shinkansen tickets for our onward trip! A must do your if you’re in Hakone (with Eiko of course!)
Eiko S.
(64 reviews)Thank you for the wonderful review! I am so glad to know you enjoyed the tour. It is said that the early bird gets the worm, and the beautiful Lake Ashi and the red torii gate standing on the lake in the early morning when there were few people around were exceptional! And we saw Mt. Fuji too!! I was very happy too. You three are a very nice family and I felt like a Japanese grandma. :-) Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to be a part of your family's important trip. And I hope you will come to Japan again in the near future! Take care! Eiko
Patricia S.
Tokyo Highlights Walking Tour: Asakusa, Ueno, Tsukiji & More
“Fun time in Tokyo”
We had a wonderful 2 days with Eiko in Tokyo. She was extremely patient and helped answered a million of my questions prior to the trip. :p With Eiko’s help, we had an amazing 2 days of touring in Tokyo and visited all the places on our list. Thank you Eiko!
Eiko S.
(64 reviews)Hi Patti, Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to write this wonderful review. It was my pleasure to spend two days with you both. I am also very happy to know that you enjoyed the tour! I had been worried about the weather of the day we visited the observation deck of Shibuya Sky until the day before, but the weather recovered and we were able to take many great pictures! I also wished I could have joined you at the Micro Pig Cafe. I believe you have enjoyed it!! Please come back to Japan again in the near future. Take care!! Eiko
