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Asakusa & Ueno, Half Day Stroll
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Joined 2024
Ueno is located only 5 min train ride from Tokyo station, where you can find several museums like the national museum, Ueno Zoo, Kaneiji temple etc.. We can enjoy the north area of Tokyo, Ueno, Asakusa, & Shinjuku, where you can find more downtown atmosphere compared to the south and find a variety of good food and products with reasonable price.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Tokyo 23 ward and Yokohama City
- Your hotel or the closest train station from your hotel
Start of the tour *flexible meeting time 9:00-13:00
Ueno
At Ueno you can find several museums like the national museum, Ueno Zoo, Kaneiji temple etc.
We can find lots of restaurants and interesting goods in Ameyoko shopping street.
Asakusa
We can walk around from Nakamise shopping street to Sensoji and Asakusa Shrine, then move to Sumida Park where we can enjoy the view of Sumida River. It depends on the weather; we may be able to see late blooming cherry blossoms on the river side.
Japanese Lunch
Choice of Japanese lunch in Asakusa (My recommendation)
① Tempura :
② Rolling Sushi Restaurant
③ Tonkatsu (Deep Fried Pork)
④ Yakitori (Grilled Skewed Chicken）
End of the tour
Ending Point
Last place of the tour or your hotel
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
-Guiding
-Hotel meet-up in Tokyo and Yokohama area
-Public Transportation fee (you & guide)
*I will estimate your transportation fee after deciding our itinerary.
JR ＆subway 1 day Tokyo free pass : ¥1,720 etc.
-Meals (you & guide)
Lunch per person would be around ¥2,000-¥3,000, Dinner would be around ¥4,000-¥7,000.
-Entrance tickets
If you have a particular interest for museums & buildings, I will check it for you.
National Museum ¥1,000 etc..
Tour Important Information
To enjoy good walking, your proper cloths and shoes are appreciated.
As for transportation, I will propose to use public transportation of JR or subway mainly, however, if you prefer to use taxi or hired car, I can arrange beforehand.
In the case, you want to book the tour with more than 8 persons, please send a message to me.
If your hotel near Yokohama Station, I can also pick you up then we can move to Tokyo.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you to Mt. Fuji, Japanese Alps, Nikko, Kyoto and Osaka if you cover my expenses.
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 Shin N.
Welcome to Japan! I'm Shin. I have been an English Guide in Japan more than10 years.
I can guide Tokyo, Kanagawa and almost all metropolitan sightseeing and walking spots.
I was born in Kobe, grown up in Osaka, and studied in Kyoto,
so not only Tokyo but I also have a good knowledge of Japanese historical cities.
I love talking about Japanese food & culture, walking quiet narrow streets, drinking tasty Japanese whisky, Sumo, Rugby & Sports, and Japanese mountains.
I climbed Mt. Fuji 18 times with foreign guests. We enjoyed the auspicious moments of sunrising from the summit.
I would like to support you to make your stay in Japan memorable and precious one.
It is grateful if you refer to my proposed tour schedule,
in the case you have your own interests, I am happy to tailor the tour schedule responding your requests.
Please feel free to contact me.
I look forward to sharing wonderful time in Japan with you. Be my guest!
Reviews
Dorothy M.
“Half Day Tour in Tokyo”
We had such a wonderful experience on our Tokyo half-day tour with Shin as our guide. He was incredibly professional, patient, and had such a kind spirit that made the entire tour enjoyable for our group. We especially loved his history lessons and the way he explained the significance behind the different shrines and temples we visited. His humor and storytelling kept the tour engaging and fun throughout the day. Shin was also very patient with our group, especially whenever we wanted to stop and take pictures. He never rushed us and made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the experience. One of the highlights was being introduced to local cuisine and getting to experience a more authentic, local side of Tokyo. Overall, Shin was an amazing host and guide, and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo!
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Shin N.
Dorothy san, Thank you for your kind message. I thought it would be difficult to hear your review because you’ve already returned to your country and should be busy for daily things. Your thoughtful message encouraged me a lot and reminded of our joyful tour one month ago. It was good for us that we had a short briefing at your hotel before the tour to share basic Japanese history and customs. We moved to Asakusa, though Cherry blossom season had finished along Sumida River Side, we enjoyed downtown Tokyo and old Edo atmosphere with a good tempura restaurant in Asakusa. We said good-bye at Ueno Park after enjoying a pleasant walk. I am very happy to hear that our tour looks like remaining one of your good memories in Japan. Domo Arigatou, Sincerely yours, Shin
Grace N.
“Excellent Tour”
Very accommodating and knowledgeable. Took me to local stores based on what I was looking for. Overall, happy with the tour!
Shin N.
Thank you for your kind review, Grace san. It was my pleasure that we enjoyed a half day walking and shopping in Hongo and Ginza. It was a rainy day, but Sakura, cherry blossoms, were reaching their peak and smiling to us. Your specific interest in Tokyo University & Ginza helped me a lot. Thank you again for your help. When you have another chance to visit Japan, I am very happy to guide you around Tokyo and Kamakura again. Regards, Arigatou, Shin
Diane M.
“Walking tour of Yokohama ”
Shin was a great guide. Took us for a walking tour around Yokohama with stops at a few museums as well as a short boat ride. It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed learning about Yokohama with Shin.
Shin N.
Thank you for your kind review, Diane san. It was my pleasure that we enjoyed a good city walking on a sunny winter day in Yokohama. We started our tour smoothly from your ferry terminal, though we could not see Mt. Fuji from the top roof of the terminal. Because of your pretty good walking speed and steady steps, we could visit Yokohama Archives of History, Custom Museum, Redbrick Warehouse, and World Porters (Shopping Center) in the morning, then we moved on to See Bus, which brought us to Yamashita Park. I would like to thank you again for further walking to Minato-no-mieru Oka Park (bay viewing observatory), where we found old relics of French and British buildings which brought new era of Meiji Revolution to Japan in 1860’s. I wish the quiet scenery from the observatory may remain long time as one of your good memories of your tour to Asia. We lastly enjoyed a traditional and authentic, but cozy lunch at the China town. Because after long walking, I was hungry, so I ordered a lot. I have to say sorry again for too many dishes for three of us! All the best for your further trip and please come back again to Japan. Best regards, Shin
$157/ per group
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