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Tokyo from Back Alleys - Private 8 hour Walking Tour
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Joined 2020
Tokyo is huge. But if you have only one day to explore, you need a well-made itinerary. Let's enjoy the Best Food, Culture and the Lifestyle of Tokyo (customizable)!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
The foyer of your hotel
- The tour basically starts and ends in the foyer of your hotel. If you stay in an airbnb, the tour will starts and ends at the nearest subway/train station.
Nezu (Ya-ne-sen)
We call Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi as Ya-ne-sen. It is a very popular area for Tokyo people as it survived the air-raids in 1945 and still has nostalgic atmosphere. Let's walk though to the area with some narrow streets to learn how Tokyo people live nowadays.
There is a Shinto Shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Shogun which was built in the 18th century. Many buildings were designated as important cultural assets. We can visit the shrine as well if you are interested in.
During the walk, we may try some local snacks. This is how I enjoy the area (optional).
Tsukishima
Tsukishima is a residential area in the waterfront of Tokyo. It also survived the air-raids in 1945. The locals go to Tsukishima to eat Okonomiyaki (savory pancake) and Monja-yaki. We may have lunch there at one of the local restaurants to see how locals enjoy the area.
Please let me know in advance in case you have dietary restriction. Both Okonomiyaki / Monja-yaki often include seafood, meat, eggs and flour.
Kagurazaka
Kagurazaka is also a residential area with one of the geisha districts in Tokyo. We have many small restaurants and shops with narrow streets. Let's walk through to see the area before we head to Shinjuku, the last destination of the tour.
Shinjuku
The tour will end in Shinjuku. Let's stroll around the area. We may stop at try some yakitori and drinks and you may also stay in the area to explore more. I will show you how to go back to your hotel before the tour ends.
Ending Point
Shinjuku
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
Guide's food and drinks
Guide's public transportation fees
Public transportation fees
Food and drinks
Souvenirs
Admission fees
Tour Important Information
- This tour is customizable. Please let me know your interests and I will customize the tour for you.
- Please feel free to contact me for any requests you have.
- The tour involves a lot of walking.
- There are opportunities to eat snacks and street food as well as to have drinks.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you outside Tokyo in Kanto religion if you pay my transportation fee.
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 Mayumi S.
I am Mayumi, a national tour guide in English based in Tokyo.
I love Tokyo! I was born and raised here. I studied tourism, and worked in London and New York, but I decided to come back to share my passion of Japan by helping visitors to discover my beloved country.
Let me make your trip to Japan a unique moment. I will offer you an experience based on your specific needs and interests. From the local's favorite restaurants to the main tourist icons, for you, I will open the gates of the most interesting places.
I am a professional, government-lincensed tour guide, and an active member of the most influent tour guide association in Japan. Hiring a professional licensed tour guide is the safest way to make sure your experience to be a memorable one. I have leaned extensively about the history and culture of the places we visit so I can share every detail with you. In true Japanese fashion, from our initial contact to our farewell, everything will be clear, precise and unambiguous.
Have a nice journey and feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
$427/ per group
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