A Day Trip for Second-Time Visitors: Travel like local in Shibuya area!(Back of Harajuku area)
Joined 2024
Is this your second visit to Tokyo, and do you want to explore like a local instead of just hitting typical tourist spots? This tour is perfect for you! As a resident, I’m excited to share my favorite hidden gems.
My tour offers an authentic glimpse into Tokyo’s weekend life.
I recommend Sendagaya and Kitasando area, for a deeper look into Shibuya. The Oharai Experience, a ritual to dispel bad luck, provides meaningful engagement with Japanese culture.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Somewhere in Shibuya-ku
- such as Harajuku/Kitasando 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. This area is famous for its cozy cafes. Let me recommend the best ones based on your preferences.
Strolling around the city
Although it depends on the starting point, I highly recommend beginning with a stroll around Harajuku and the backstreets to get a feel for the atmosphere. From unique outdoor gear and stylish home decor to Japanese-made apparel, there are countless small shops that are sure to excite and inspire 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!
Shrine visit and Oharai experience | Hatonomori Shrine(or Meiji Jingu 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.
If we pick Meiji-Jingu Shrine, please expect to take longer time that going to Hatonomori.
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.
Ending Point
Somewhere in Shibuya-ku
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!
Reviews
Shantanu S.
“An incredible guide with amazing english and knowledge”
Fumie was an exceptional guide—warm, articulate, and incredibly knowledgeable. Her English is excellent, and she had thoughtful, insightful answers to every question I asked. Although our time together was brief, it was memorable. I’d asked if she’d be part of a photo series I was working on, and not only was she happy to help, but the collaboration led to some truly special photographs. Along the way, we had rich conversations about different aspects of Japanese culture, and I left feeling like I’d just spent time with a brilliant tutor. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Nigel L.
“A fun day of culture and immersive Japanese dining”
We had a fantastic day with Fumie. Her communication was great and we agreed on changes to the tour to include sites and experiences that were important to us. Fumie met us at our hotel and she showed us around the temple, explaining what we were looking at and how to join in respectfully. We visited the cherry blossoms as well as shopping, café culture, drinks and sights - finishing with an authentic experience in a brilliant izakaya. Overall Fumie was knowledgeable, fun and a joy to travel Tokyo with.
Fumie N.
Hello Nigel, Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a real pleasure spending the day with your lovely family. I hope you all enjoyed discovering a bit of Japanese culture together, especially the cherry blossoms and izakaya. Wishing you more fun adventures ahead and hope to see you all again! Regards, Fumie
Taylor K.
“Wonderful Day in Tokyo”
5 Stars – An Unforgettable Tokyo Experience with Fumie! We had the absolute pleasure spending the day with Fumie, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Her English is perfect, and her gentle, kind personality made us feel completely at ease from the moment we met her. She took us all over Tokyo, sharing her deep knowledge of the city and its culture in a way that was both informative and fun. It truly felt like exploring the city with a local friend. We saw so much more than we ever could have on our own. If you’re visiting Tokyo, we highly recommend booking a tour with Fumie – she made our trip extra special
Fumie N.
Hello Taylor, Thank you so much, Taylor, for such a heartfelt message. I truly enjoyed spending the day with you, your wife, and your son. It made me so happy to see your interest in Japanese culture and to have thoughtful conversations throughout the day. Your kind words mean a lot to me, and I’m really glad the experience felt special. Hope our paths cross again someday! Warm Regards, Fumie
$301/ per group
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