For the first time visitor, Meiji-jingu Shrine and Shibuya, Five hours
Joined 2020
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.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Meiji JIngu Shrine
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, Takeshota Street and Aoyama Street
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?
Shibuya; experience to walk its iconic scramble crossing,
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.
Shibuya Station
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.
Ending Point
Shibuya Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
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.
Tour Important Information
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.
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 2020
About Tour Guide Naoya U.
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.
Reviews
Samantha F.
“Amazing Guide and great tour”
Today is our 7th day with Naoya, he is our best guide ever! We have been on many tours and can honestly tell you we highly recommend him. Today we went to Hakone but had to cut our tour a bit short because we had an early shinkansen to get to kyoto. We had just enough time for an amazing lunch at Pola Museum and then tour this amazing museum. A tiny bit of shopping for us and then off on our shinkansen to our next destination. Naoya personalized each day to what we wanted, gave us great advice and was so informative about all aspects of Japanese life. I don't usually write reviews but I have every tour with Naoya because he is such a gem.
Naoya U.
Hi, Samantha It was our last day together, but it seems you were satisfied. Thank you for your nice comment. I cut our plans short because you were heading to Kyoto, but I think it was good because the weather was unpredictable. The heavy rain and thunder will be a memorable experience. The Pola Museum of Art's program starting today was Van Gogh. Did you learn about the relationship between the Impressionists and Japanese Ukiyo-e? It seems you were satisfied with the lunch. Please visit Japan again, and I look forward to seeing you. I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan. Thank you. Naoya Usuda
Samantha F.
“Amazing tour with amazing guide”
Another incredible day with Naoya. He took us to a very old shrine and planned it so we were able to witness an incredible moving ceremony with drums, monks, fire and chants. We were able to take part in a purification ceremony, it was wonderful to experience something so different. We briefly wandered around to different shops and bought candy from a store that has been in multiple generations. A highlight was an incredible lunch at a very authentic Japanese restaurant that was very small and we tried some local cuisine. Then we went to the Edo museum which was very informative and interesting. We loved this tour and it was very interesting! Definitely book with Naoya. He tries to personalize every tour we have taken with him!!!!!!
Naoya U.
Thank you Samantha for your wonderful comment. Today I visited the Fukagawa area. The goma prayer at Fukagawa Fudo was a valuable experience. The approach to the shrine lined with long-established shops has a nostalgic charm. Today's lunch was Fukagawa Meshi. It is soul food eaten by fishermen during the Edo period. How did you like the clams? After that, I traveled back in time and visited the streets of Edo. Edo was a city where everything was recycled. It seems that sushi used to be big. Thank you for a fun day. Naoya Usuda
Samantha F.
“Amazing Guide, best guide ever”
Naoya san is truly our best guide. We booked about 7 days with him and glad we did. He is knowledgeable, patient, kind and accommodating. He has a great sense of humor! We had to switch plans on him twice today because we were needing to stop and eat and he was very flexible. He carefully plans each day and explains the days plans and gives us lots of interesting facts. He does not overwhelm us with info which is great. We have asked him a ton of questions and he always patiently answers. We used public transportation like buses, trains and shinkansen which I preferred to keep the cost down. He realled planned a great day, lots of activities including gondola ride and pirate ship. Definitely book with him!
Naoya U.
Hi, Samanths A lot happened today, but we were able to see the beautiful Mt. Fuji at Kawaguchiko Station before catching the train to Shinjuku. Thanks to everyone's cooperation, it was a very enjoyable day. Mt. Fuji is seen from the top of the hill we climbed on the gondola. Only the top was still covered in snow. For lunch, we had houtou, a local soul food. It was filled with a variety of vegetables. How about the squash and shiitake mushrooms? And we talked about US TV movies. It was quite fun. Anyway, I was happy to see Mt. Fuji at the end of the day. Thank you for your kind words. I will do my best until the end. Naoya Usuda
$174/ per group
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