Tokyo Gallery Hopping - HARAJUKU, AOYAMA
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
Your hotel lobby
JR Harajuku Station East Exit
We start the tour at JR Harajuku Station.
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. On the back street, there are many fashion boutiques for young people.
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.
Ueshima Museum / Shibuya
Ueshima Museum is a contemporary art museum that opened in June 2024.
The museum showcases the collection's diversity, with each floor's contents organized from a different perspective.
Ending Point
Ueshima Museum in Shibuya
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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
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
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
Paul K.
“A great day around Tokyo with Kumiko ”
Kumiko met us at our hotel and helped us with travel and tickets , she is very fluent in English and we had a great tour taking in Temples, Gardens and even a boat trip We would definitely recommend Kumiko for your Tokyo tour and with help to give you confidence in the cities transport. Maybe in the future we will see some your art at the Summer exhibition. Paul and Sue.
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Kumiko K.
Dear Paul and Sue, Thank you so much for your kind words, but you’re giving me too much credit. I really enjoyed the time together. Additionally, you learned everything quickly, thanks to your thorough preparation over the past two years. I liked your friendly, kind, and warm vibe, which made me feel very comfortable being with you. Hope you enjoy every moment of your stay in Japan. Yes, see you at the Royal Academy, Summer Exhibition next time. With best regards, Kumiko Kawai
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
$148/ per group
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