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Tokyo Gallery Hopping - HARAJUKU, AOYAMA
Joined 2018
Discover Japanese fine artworks at galleries in some of Tokyo's most vibrant and trendy areas, Omotesando, Aoyama, and Shibuya. You can appreciate Japanese-style paintings and contemporary artworks or crafts and stunning architectural buildings on Omotesando avenue and in Aoyama.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Harajuku Station East Exit
JR Harajuku Station East Exit
Meet at JR Harajuku Station East Exit as a starting point.
Gyre Gallery & MoMA Deign Store
MoMA Design Store and Gyre gallery are on the third floor of Gyre Bldg. MoMA Design Store offers the best selection of design objects and gifts for everyone. The gallery will spread art and culture by holding a stimulating program that would appeal to people with eclectic tastes. It covers a variety of genres, including art, fashion, photography, architecture, and media.
Omotesando Avenue
You can appreciate stunning architecture mostly brand shops along the avenue. Omotesando is one of the most sophisticated districts in Tokyo, where luxury brand boutiques create a stylish atmosphere.
The Nezu Museum
The Nezu Museum attracts people to its fine art collection of Japanese and East Asian art. as well as the Japanese garden with tea ceremony houses. The museum building is stylishly designed by Kuma Kengo, a prominent Japanese architect. Reservation is required with payment. If the reservation is not available, we will go to an alternative place.
The Spiral Hall
Spiral is an arts complex in Aoyama, established in 1985. Spiral accommodates a variety of spaces including an art gallery, a cafe, a multipurpose hall, a restaurant, and a store selling lifestyle goods. You can see various art events and enjoy shopping at the stores.
Ending Point
Spiral Hall or any other place near Aoyama
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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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
lunch
dinner
transportation fee (you and guide)
Nezu Museum entrance fee
Tour Important Information
Please wear a mask at any time during the tour to protect yourself from Covid-19.
Operations in all weather conditions.
Reservation for Nezu Museum is required in advance. The admission fee is not included in the tour fare. (JPY1,500/adult).
The schedule is subject to change depending on the event, or reservation.
Most museums are closed on Monday.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Kumiko K.
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.
Reviews
“Kumiko is an excellent guide!”
We give Kumiko 5 plus stars for her excellent guide service. She is a wonderful, charming individual who is very knowledgeable. We wanted a guide to take us to small art galleries and she brought us to some wonderful places and gave us a lot of background on artists, galleries and neighborhoods. We would definitely work with her again and would recommend her to anyone. Kumiko is a lovely person and an excellent guide for your time in Tokyo! Thank you Kumiko!
Kumiko K.
(8 reviews)Dear Vincent C & Ted, Thanks so much for your feedback. It's more than I deserve. I was really happy to see you two and enjoyed visiting art galleries together. Please come back and see you again! Kumiko
“Orientation and Art”
Kumiko gave us a great orientation to the city for our first day in Tokyo. What had seemed like an intimidating place quickly gave way to many interesting neighborhoods, some bustling, others leafy and quiet. We focused on art and her insights were very helpful. She was kind and very accommodating of our sometimes changing needs. I would recommend Kumiko highly.
Kumiko K.
(8 reviews)Joselyn san, I was certainly happy to see three of you yesterday. Thank you so much for your comment, I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour. I'm now in Hakone. Enjoy the rest oF your time in Japan. Kumiko
“A great day with Kumiko!”
We spent our first day in Tokyo with Kumiko. It was a great experience and one I would highly recommend. She helped us get Suica cards which were very useful as we navigated the Tokyo transportation system. Kumiko enabled us to efficiently see the highlights of Tokyo (Temples, Shrines, Harjuku and other areas) without spending time getting lost and trying to figure out directions in train stations. Her English is very very good and she explained the history and background of the places we visited. Thank you Kumiko!
Kumiko K.
(8 reviews)Dear Susan and Tim, Thank you so much for your feedback. I certainly enjoyed the time with both of you. It's easy to catch a cold in between seasons and be exhausted because of jeg lag, different cultures, and the environment. Please take care of yourself and enjoy the rest of your journey in Japan! Kumiko
