A Day Trip for First-Time Visitors: Travel like local in Shibuya area!
Joined 2024
Are you visiting Tokyo for the first time and looking to explore the city like a local? This tour is perfect for you! As a resident, I’m excited to share my favorite hidden gems!
Our tour provides an authentic glimpse into the weekend life of Tokyo, blending cultural experiences, delicious cuisine, and great shopping. One highlight is the Oharai Experience, a traditional ritual to dispel bad luck. This meaningful engagement with Japanese culture sets your visit apart from typical shrine tours.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Somewhere in the Shibuya area
- such as Harajuku station/Omotesando station ※The meeting time can be anytime from 9 AM to noon
Grab a cup of coffee at a café
First things first, let's grab coffee or tea to start the day. The Shibuya area has many great coffee shops and cafés that won’t disappoint you!
Shrine visit and Oharai experience | Meiji Shrine
You'll have the opportunity to participate in Oharai, a traditional Japanese ritual ceremony aimed at repelling bad luck. This ceremony is commonly performed during significant life events, such as moving or starting a new journey, as well as during challenging times.
You don’t need to have any religious affiliation or perform specific actions; I’ll guide you on how to participate, ensuring you feel comfortable and engaged. This experience offers a meaningful glimpse into Japanese culture and its spiritual practices.
Additionally, if you're interested, we can also arrange experiences such as a tea ceremony, Japanese flower arrangement (Ikebana), or pottery-making lessons. Please feel free to discuss any particular aspects of Japanese culture that intrigue you.
Lunch
I would be happy to recommend places from my favorites! Any kind of Japanese food, such as sushi, ramen, or Japanese BBQ, could be an option. Let's discuss what to eat for lunch before the tour starts!
Shopping in Omotesando/Harajuku
I would love to recommend my favorite places based on your preferences! Whether you're interested in authentic Japanese apparel, vintage clothing shops, curated boutiques, traditional ceramics, or Japanese cosmetic products, I can guide you to the best spots that suit your interests.
Ending Point
Somewhere in the Shibuya area
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
*Guide fee
*Transportation fee in Tokyo (guide)
*Hotel pick-up(upon request)
*Transportation fee for you (If we visit outside Tokyo, I'll ask you to pay additional transportation fee for a guide): about 1,000 yen per person
*Lunch(you and a guide): depends on your request(only if we have lunch in our itinerary)
*Entrance fees/service fee(you and a guide): depends on your request(Oharai costs about 5,000yen per person)
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Fumie N.
Born and raised in Tokyo, I have a deep love for travel and have visited approximately 60 countries. In recent years, I have had more opportunities to travel within Japan, where I have been captivated once again by the beauty of its nature, culture, and cuisine and so on. I am eager to help enhance the experiences of those visiting Japan from abroad and make their time here as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible. I am passionate about sharing the wonderful attractions of Japan and using my expertise in Tokyo and travel to assist in making your trip truly memorable!
$242/ per group
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