Kagurazaka, a hidden gem town walking
Joined 2015
This is a half-day tour exploring of the Tokyo's oldest and most beautiful feudal lord gardens, Koishikawa-Korakuen and the neighbouring town. Kagurazaka is sometimes called "Tokyo's small Kyoto" or "Paris in Tokyo". It is a very attractive town, which combines both an old and international atmosphere. You may have a chance to hear traditional songs accompanied by a shamisen, a traditional Japanese instrument when you stroll the back allies. There are more than 100 restaurants and bars.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or Iidabashi station
Koishikawa-Korakuen
Bisyamonten( Zenkokuji-temple) in Kagurazaka
Akagi Shrine in Kagurazaka
a resutrant or izakaya which you choose
Ending Point
a resutrant or bar
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, admission fee for Koishikawa-Korakuen for a guide.
admission fee for Koishikawa-Korakuen 300 yen per person, lunch or dinner.( you can choose whether you have a meal with a guide or not.)
Tour Important Information
I will book the most suitable restaurant for you, based on your requests. There are two plans.
!. Starts at 9:00 am. visiting Koishikawa-Korakuen and finishes at a restaurant for lunch.
2. Starts at 3:30 pm.visiting Koishikawa-korakuen and finishes at an Izakaya, Japanese casual bar.
Let's enjoy the traditional garden and delicious lunch or yummy snacks with sake or wine!
Important message from the supplier
See the calendar for availability
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 2015
About Tour Guide Michiko M.
Hello, I'm Michiko. I was born and grew up in Shinjuku, Tokyo, so I know the city very well.I may guide you to must see sites in Tokyo, such as Sensouji temple in Asakusa, Meiji shrine, Imperial Palace, etc.
Also, I will accept your special requests. For example, exploring unique bars, animal cafes and one day trip to Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama or Nikko.
Please contact me!
Reviews
Angel S.
“Amazing experience”
Couldn’t put into words how much of a great time we had! Michiko showed us around Shinjuku, all the shopping centers, had great street food, and ended our tour with some bar hopping over at Golden Gai. We shared some great stories & great laughs together. Amazing experience!
Michiko M.
Hi Angel and Edwin, Thank you for sending me an excellent review with photos. I'm glad to know you enjoyed the time with me in Shinjuku. Did you visit another bar at Golden Gai and stay until midnight? I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Tokyo and Thailand! If you have a chance to come back, please get in touch with me again. Michiko
Carol C.
“Wonderful 2 days in Tokyo ”
Three of us had 2 days to spend touring Tokyo. We had the honor and delight of being shown Tokyo highlights by Michiko. She was extremely knowledgeable, very patient, and accommodating. We appreciated that she was willing and able to adjust our schedule according to our whims. Michiko knows the city well and provided us with excellent instructions on using the train system. When we had special requests for shopping needs she guided us to quality shops without hesitation. We highly recommend Michiko as a guide and will hire her when we return to Japan.
Michiko M.
Dear Carol, Wendi, and Penny I'm glad to get an excellent review from you! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to write this review. I enjoyed the time sharing with you. I especially enjoyed the delicious fresh foods at Tsukiji. I hope you are enjoying the nature tour in Japan! Take care and have fun! Michiko
Brett R.
“Lovely day with Michiko”
We enjoyed a wonderful day tour with Michiko. She tailored an itinerary for us and then happily rearranged the tour on-the-fly as things caught our eye! She was also happy to train us in the subleties of the Tokyo Metro - which helped us out for the rest of our visit. Highly recommended.
Michiko M.
Dear Brett, Thank you very much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to write this review. I'm glad my advice helped you use subways in Tokyo. I hope you are having a pleasant holiday in the U.S. Michiko
$184/ per group
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