Meiji Jingu Shrine:
Nestled within a lush forest in the heart of Tokyo, Meiji Jingu Shrine offers a serene escape from the bustling city. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the shrine is a symbol of Japan’s rich cultural heritage.
Shibuya:
In stark contrast to the tranquility of Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya epitomizes the energetic and modern side of Tokyo. Renowned for its iconic scramble crossing.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
At your hotel
Visitors are greeted by towering torii gates that mark the entrance to this sacred space, leading to tranquil pathways lined with over 100,000 trees donated from across Japan. This natural oasis provides a calming atmosphere, ideal for reflection and relaxation.
The shrine complex includes the main shrine buildings, a treasure house, and beautiful inner gardens. The well-maintained grounds host various traditional ceremonies and festivals, allowing visitors to witness Japanese customs firsthand. A popular time to visit is during Hatsumode, the first shrine visit of the New Year, when the shrine attracts millions of worshippers seeking blessings. The shrine also offers cultural experiences like Shinto weddings, which showcase beautiful rituals and traditional attire.
Omotesando: Upscale, sophisticated, luxury shopping and dining.
Takeshita Street: Youthful, vibrant, trendy, and quirky shopping focused on Harajuku fashion and pop culture.
Aoyama Street: Stylish, modern, design-forward, with a mix of high-end shopping and dining options.
Which of these streets are you most interested in exploring, or do you have a specific aspect you'd like to know more about?
This area is a magnet for fashion enthusiasts, offering an array of trendy shops, boutiques, and large department stores like Shibuya 109. It’s a haven for discovering the latest fashion trends and unique Japanese street styles.
Shibuya’s vibrant nightlife is another major draw, with countless bars, clubs, and entertainment venues offering diverse experiences. The district is also a cultural hotspot, home to various art galleries, theaters, and music venues. The Hachiko Statue, a beloved meeting spot, commemorates the loyal Akita dog and adds a touch of local history to the area. Whether shopping, dining, or simply soaking in the urban vibe, Shibuya promises an unforgettable experience.
The end of the tour.
If have time, you can visit various places in Shibuya, such as Shibuya SKY.
You should make reservations in advance.
Shibuya Station
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fees
Transportation fees, admission fees, and meal fees during the tour.
Public Transportation fee from your Hotel to Harajuku and Shibuya for you and your guide.)
(For example; The round trip from Shinjuku to Tokyo is about¥400)
No Admission Fee is required for this tour.
This tour involves a lot of walking, so please dress lightly. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Lunch is not included, so you can select to have lunch in Shibuya after the tour.
This tour involves a lot of walking, so please dress lightly. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
My Name is Naoya.
I was born in Tokyo in 1952.
After my graduation from Keio University, I joined a Japanese bank.
Mainly I was assigned international business and stayed in London for three years.
At the age of 52, I moved to a Japanese manufacturer company and had worked for 11 years.
As a personnel manager, I engaged in hiring Indian graduates.
Then for two years, I went to Tashkent in Uzbekistan as a JICA senior volunteer.
I taught "corporate finance" at Tashkent Financial Institute in English.
I got the guide license in 2017, After I came back to Tokyo, I am working as a volunteer guide,
especially in Shinjuku.
I hope to create special and deep tours in which tourists are interested but by now they were not
able to gain access to.
For example; Visit to various Universities, Visit to narrow streets in Tokyo, Visit to feel Edo (Now and Then)
My hobby is playing the guitar. I hope we are in peace through music.
I am also interested in Art, History and cooking.
My major subject is economics and finance.
Rowena S.
Tokyo 7-hour tour, we visit 4 must-visit places.
Customized
“Excellent Guide in Tokyo”
Thank you, Naoya san for the smooth planning with you about this tour and for taking good care of our guests.
Naoya U.
(6 reviews)I'm so glad you all enjoyed it. Please come to Japan again. Naoya Usuda
“Best Guide”
We came to Japan for 21days and 5 cities. We had arranged multiple guides arranged in each and Nao was the best of them! He arranged the route and what we were going to see. Told us how we would get there AND had detailed maps in English of the area! Very good English skills and very knowledgeable of Japanese history and relevance of the sites to that history and showed by diagram where fit in Japanese history timeline. Very much enjoyed the tour and Nao as a guide! Highly recommend him!
Naoya U.
(6 reviews)Hi, Barbara Thank you very much for today. It was a fun tour. I am very grateful for the kind words you gave about my guide. Japan has a lot to offer. Culture, art, and food are also indispensable. I hope you will come back to Japan anytime and have various experiences. Naoya
“Tokyo trip”
Naoya is a great tour guide. We saw some amazing places in Tokyo with him. He is very knowledgeable and loved sharing all this information with us. I want to thank him for the great tour and would recommend him to anyone coming to Tokyo.
Naoya U.
(6 reviews)Thank you, Daniel. I'm very happy you enjoyed Tokyo by departing from the hotel on a city bus and taking the subway, water bus, and the new Yurikamome transportation system. Only in Tokyo can you experience the diversity of history and culture. Japan still has many unique cultures, and I hope you will revisit Japan. See you soon. Naoya Usuda
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