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Exploring the great works of Kengo Kuma
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Joined 2023
Here's a perfect tour for those who want to explore Japanese hot architectures in one day!
All three buildings visited on this tour are designed by Kengo Kuma.
Kengo Kuma is a leading architect in Japan who is known for working on many Japanese-style buildings using plenty of wood.
We'll start from National Stadium, the 2020 Tokyo Olympic was held, and then move to Kagurazaka to visit the most fashionable shrine in Japan :)
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shibuya station or your hotel
Shibuya station or your hotel
Please let me know where is suitable for you as our meeting point.
If your hotel is around Shibuya station or that in Shinagawa Ward, Minato Ward, I can pick you up at your hotel.
I apologize for my inconvenience, but if you are staying at a hotel other than those above, see you at Shibuya station.
National stadium
This tour will take you to the stadium's exterior and the garden corridor called "Sora no Mori."
You can see Mt. Fuji if the weather is good.
Optional choice:Please let me know in advance if you would like to take an internal tour that can visit the athlete locker rooms, track and other areas of the stadium normally off-limits to the public.
Move to Kagurazaka
We will mainly use public transportation, so please let me know if your group has someone who prefers not to walk a lot.
Akagi shrine
A stylish shrine popular for achieving good relationships, etc.
You can get a original lucky charm and correct red ink stamp which is a certificate of the visit to a shrine.
Please note: photography by professional photographers within the shrine grounds and all activities to earn revenue (Youtube, etc.) is prohibited.
AKOMEYA TOKYO in la kagū
This building was originally a warehouse and was renovated in 2014 by Kengo Kuma.
Now here is a lifestyle shop that sells selected rice from all over the country, rice accompaniments that go well with rice, soup stock, and other foods, as well as tableware.
You can enjoy shopping and having a cup of coffee at cafe after the tour.
Tour ends
Ending Point
la kagū (Kagurazaka station or your hotel is arrangeable)
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
Hotel pick-up (Depends on hotel location）
-Transportation fee (you and the guide) maximum 2000yen
-Entrance fee (you and the guide) will be charged only if you add the optional choice at National stadium.
Price Adult: ¥1,800 / Children 18 and Under: ¥1,000
Tour Important Information
"Sora no Mori'' may not be available depending on the status of events at the National Stadium.
The following is an example and can be changed flexibly.
-The meeting time
-Duration of stay
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I’d like to organize the plan as your preference :)
Important message from the supplier
Basically the tour will be ended by 7:00pm.
Night tours are not available.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Mai N.
Hi,
I have taken over 100 tourists on in-depth local explorations of Tokyo. My specialties are gourmet food and seasonal events. Temples and shrines are great, but why don't you come and enjoy the scenery and cuisine that Japanese people are crazy about these days?
Besides being a guide,I also study architecture as a hobby over the past several years.
That’s why I registered on this platform to create an original tour featuring architecture and latest trends for local.
Historical Japanese structures such as World Heritage is amazing, but
Japan has many wonderful contemporary structures like shrines and museums, which is designed by various architects.I hope to show them with my tour.
I was born in Hokkaido and it's been about 10 years since I moved to Tokyo area.
I have always had a strong admiration for Tokyo, and have been exploring various attractive spots around the city.
That's why I'll not only guide you to the main tourist spots ,but also arrange unique experience according to your preference :)
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Traveling gives me a chance to get to know how other people live, their culture, and discovering new places . This is why I work as a guide, my goal is to give guests a real "local experience"--like what I've experienced on my travels so far.
Don't worry if you are not good at English.
Unfortunately, I can only speak Japanese and English, but I will do my best to make your tour as satisfying as possible using gestures and various other ideas.
Hope to see you soon!
Reviews
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Alexander D.
“Excellent guide around Tokyo and accommodating ”
Mai was very knowledgeable and helped us on our first full day in Japan. After a 14 hour flight and 12 hour difference we wanted the help of a local to direct us around. Her recommendations were excellent and would highly recommend booking with her, including the komodo rental and photo shoot suggestions. Even after we accidentally left an item at the rental shop she was quick to help us get the item back. Navigating the train stations can be a challenge, especially with jet lag, but again having Mai as our guide proved wonderful. Thank you again for a wonderful walk around this fascinating city. Best!
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Mai N.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Your kimono looks were truly stunning—I couldn’t take my eyes off you! I’m happy my suggestions helped make your first day in Japan smooth and memorable. Hope the rest of your Japan trip is full of amazing memories!
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Ana P.
“Birthday celebration tour at Tokyo Team Lab Planets”
I came to Japan from Lausanne, Switzerland solo to celebrate my birthday. Two weeks ago, I have decided to visited Tokyo Team Lab Planets, so I contacted Mai. Mai, promptly answered my email, and was very helpful and willing to take me to Team Lab Planets. Mai, was very professional, and she arrived on time cautiously asked me everything I want during my Team Lab visit. Mai, was very friendly, and she took various beautiful pictures of me! After, we finished our tour she wanted to take me to Shibuya to get Hachiko souvenirs items. Mai, is a wonderful person, and I am so grateful and blessed to have spent my birthday with her. I highly recommend Mai touring services, and I must say that you will be honored to be have Mai showing Tokyo to you. Thank you very much Mai for the amazing time at Tokyo Team Lab Planets…
Mai N.
Thank you so much for your review. It was amazing day for me as well, and was my greatest pleasure to share time on your special day. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan :) I hope to see you again someday!
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Myrna D.
“Shinjuku n Shibuya tour”
Mai San our guide was very nice and accommodating. She took us to where we wanted to go and to places where she thought we would enjoy. We were able to experience riding the subway. Our lunch and afternoon snacks were very good too.
Mai N.
It was really nice meeting you three yesterday. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the tour. I definitely recommend visiting Japan again in the spring. I hope I can travel to Mt. Fuji and other places with you guys again someday!
$116/ per group
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