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.
Our tour offers an authentic glimpse into Tokyo’s weekend life.
I recommend Yoyogi Park and Yoyogi Hachiman, for a deeper look into Shibuya. The Oharai Experience, a ritual to dispel bad luck, provides meaningful engagement with Japanese culture.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Somewhere in the Yoyogi Park/ Yoyogi Hachiman area
- such as Yoyogi Park station/Yoyogi Hachiman station ※The meeting time can be anytime from 9 AM to noon
First things first, let's grab coffee or tea to start the day. This area is famous for its cozy cafes and bakeries. Let me recommend the best ones based on your preferences.
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.
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!
To conclude our day, we’ll head to an area known for its small, unique shops and cozy cafes, which offers a different vibe than Omotesando. It’s a nice place to take a leisurely walk and discover spots that you might enjoy.
If you feel tired from shopping and walking, there are plenty of inviting cafes where you can relax and recharge. Whether you're interested in authentic Japanese apparel, vintage clothing, curated boutiques, traditional ceramics, or Japanese cosmetic products, I can help you find the best spots that match your interests.
Somewhere in the Yoyogi Park/ Yoyogi Hachiman area
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
*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)
* 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.
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!