Discover Japanese fine art works at galleries in some of Tokyo's vibrant and trendy areas, Daikanyama, Nakameguro and Denenchofu. You can appreciate modern and contemporary art works and enjoy shopping at unique shops along the Meguro River and visit an awesome gallery in a Japanese-style house in Denenchofu.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel
Your hotel for pick up
We will meet in the lobby of your hotel, then we go to Daikanyama together.
Daikanyama Station, Tokyu Toyoko Line
Located just a 15-min. walk from Shibuya Crossing, Daikanyama is a trendy district and home to high-end fashion boutiques and eateries. The area is compact and can be comfortably covered on foot as many of the popular sites are several-minute walk from the station and each other.
Daikanyama walking - Log Road and other stylish shops
First, we visit Log Road where some stylish shoe store and restaurants are located and stop by some unique shops before going to T-Site, It is not easy to spot unique shops such as Maison Kitsune, Kamawanu (towel shop), and stylish general stores.
T-site
T-site is a literary complex featuring a wide variety of art and culture, comprising of a bookstore, cafe and retail stores. The site was a former residence of Mito Tokugawa Shogun family during the Edo Period.
Yamada Heiando ~ Purveyor of lacquerware to Japanese Imperial household
Yamada Heiando is a Japanese lacquerwre brand, with more than 90 years of history and tradition. The extensive lineup ranges from tableware to jewelry boxes. Their products are appreciated by the Japanese Emperor and His Imperial Family, Foreign embassies of Japan, and major global enterprises.
Hillside Terrace
This is a remarkable urban architecture designed by Fumihiko Maki in 1967. It houses museums, stores, gallery and offices.
Sato Sakura Museum in Nakameguro
The art museum showcases Japanese-style paintings depicting cherry blossoms by Japanese artists. If you missed cherry blossom viewing, you can enjoy a variety of Sakura pictures featuring famous Sakura spots in Japan here. Their collection of works on various subjects, with an emphasis on painters from the Showa Era (1926=1969).
Trendy shops along the Meguro River
There are many trendy, unique shops along the Meguro River. This area is very popular among young people especially in the cherry blossom season. We can walk along the river and pop into the shops to buy some souvenirs.
Denenchofu Mizoe Gallery
The gallery is located in a quiet high-end residential area, Denenchofu. As this is a Japanese style ersidence gallery, you can fully experience at works by Japanese artists as if you are at home. You can appreciate some artworks placed on an elevated alcove in a traditional Japanese room or in the garden in tranquility.
Ending Point
Decide on the day
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Professional guide fee
Transportation for you (Train fare from Nakameguro to Denenchofu, one way ¥160/person)
Admission Ticket (Sato Sakura Museum: : Adust ¥800)
Food & Beverages
We will recommend to take out an accident insurance policy.
Operations in all weather conditions.
Many galleries & museums are closed on Mondays. Destination subject to change according to exhibition content and schedule of the galleries.
Any day except Mondays because most galleries are closed on Mondays.
My name is Kumiko.
I used to live in New York and London and worked for US companies for many years. Based on my experience, I recognize that Japan is a fascinating country, but at the same time, it is unique in many ways. Tokyo, as the capital of Japan, is a unique and diverse mix of cutting-edge technology, traditional culture, and Western influences.
As an art lover, I am happy to show you many galleries in Tokyo. I received a Certificate of Art Business Masterclass from Christie's.
As a guide, I'd like to explain to my guests about Japanese culture as well as background and introduce popular places and food. I think most visitors coming to Japan are hoping both to enjoy themselves and also have a meaningful encounter with a different culture.
I am looking forward to helping you explore my city and enjoy everything it has to offer.
Bruce S.
“Highest Rating”
Kumiko's knowledge, intelligence and kindness were greatly appreciated. A wonderful tour, anyone would be fortunate to have heras a guide.
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Kumiko K.
Dear Bruce S, Thanks very much for your excellent feedback. I am so glad you liked the tour, because I was worried about how I could satisfy the guests when the galleries we originally planned to visit were closed on Monday. Please enjoy staying in Japan and come back! With best regards, Kumiko Kawai
Simon E.
“A Delightful Few Hours”
I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Kumiko. Some guides can be a struggle to communicate with because their English isn't so easily understood. But conversation flowed with Kumiko and the time raced away far too quickly. As a frequent visitor to Tokyo I really enjoyed being taken to some areas I hadn't been to before. I will not hesitate to book Kumiko again in the future.
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Kumiko K.
Dear Simon, Thanks very much for your excellent feedback. I certainly enjoyed the time we spent exploring the Daikanyama area. It was interesting to hear your work experience and impression of the art at the gallery. I'm looking forward to hearing from you in the future. Best, Kumiko Kawai
Gary G.
“A wonderful day with Kumiko”
Kumiko is gentle, very knowledgeable, and has a wonderful energy to her. I give our tour day a solid 10/10. Kimiko is a native to Tokyo and knows the city extremely well. We covered a lot of ground and what we enjoyed so much was seeing and enjoying some of the less touristy areas. I requested that the day be art themed and it was! Loved it from start to finish.
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Kumiko K.
Dear Galia and Gary, Thank you for your kind comment; I truly appreciate it more than I deserve! I also enjoyed our visit to the gallery and festival in Jiyugaoka. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed exploring the less touristy areas. Wishing you a safe trip back home, and I hope you come to visit again! Best, Kumiko
$150/ per group
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