Tokyo highlights: temples, shrines, and vibrant streets
Joined 2024
This Tokyo Highlights Tour takes you through the city's most iconic spots. Start at Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, where you’ll learn about its history, purify yourself, and draw an Omikuji.
Next, visit the Imperial Palace and its gardens, and learn about Edo Castle. At Meiji-jingu Shrine, you’ll experience traditional rituals and make a wish on an Ema tablet.
Explore Takeshita Street in Harajuku for unique fashion and street food, and finish at Shibuya’s famous Scramble Crossing and Hachiko.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
- I will wait for you at your hotel lobby in Tokyo (23 wards).
Asakusa: Senso-ji Temple
Our first stop is Senso-ji, the largest Buddhist temple in Tokyo. I will tell you about its history and legends.
You will also learn how to purify yourself before entering, pray, and draw an Omikuji (fortune).
Imperial Palace
Next, we will visit the Imperial Palace's outer garden. We will walk along the moat and the outer walls, reaching the iconic Nijubashi Bridge.
I will share the history of Edo Castle and the Imperial Palace with you.
Meiji-jingu Shrine
We will then head to Meiji-jingu Shrine, located in a peaceful forest in the heart of Tokyo.
The spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife rest here. You will learn the traditional ways to wash your hands at the Temizuya, say a Shinto prayer, and make a wish on an Ema tablet.
We will also draw an Omikuji for meditation.
Takeshita Street
Next, we visit Takeshita Street, the birthplace of Japan’s trendy youth culture. Here you can find colorful fashion, street food like cotton candy and potato spirals, and enjoy bubble tea or pet animals. It’s also a great place for fun gachapon games.
Shibuya
We continue to Shibuya, Tokyo's largest entertainment and shopping district. You’ll experience the world-famous Shibuya Scramble, the busiest pedestrian crossing.
I will share the heartwarming story of Hachi, the loyal dog, and take you to a viewpoint where you can photograph the famous crossing.
Shibuya Station
The tour concludes at Shibuya Station. I will explain how to return to your hotel on your own
Ending Point
Shibuya Station
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
- Personal guide in English
- Hotel pick-up
- Meals and drinks
- Transportation costs (around 800 yen per person)
- Tips are not included
Tour Important Information
• Comfortable shoes: We'll walk a lot, so wear comfortable shoes.
• Bring water: Make sure to carry a water bottle specially if it's hot.
• Clothing: Check the weather and dress accordingly.
Important message from the supplier
I usually work in the afternoon and evening, so I can better adjust to your schedule and ensure a more relaxed and enjoyable experience, allowing you to make the most of every moment without rushing. However, if you prefer, I can also be available in the morning. Feel free to contact me!
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Generalmente lavoro nel pomeriggio e la sera, così posso adattarmi meglio ai tuoi orari e garantirti un'esperienza più rilassata e piacevole, permettendoti di godere al massimo di ogni momento senza fretta. Ma de preferisci, posso essere disponibile anche al mattino. Non esitare a contattarmi!
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 2024
About Tour Guide Simone M.
Hello! Ciao!
My name is Simone, I’m Italian, and I’ve been living in Japan for many years. I know the culture of this wonderful country well, thanks to my Japanese wife, and I love sharing this passion with those who visit Tokyo.
I organize personalized tours to help you discover not only the main attractions but also the most authentic places, far from typical tourist paths.
We can explore fascinating neighborhoods like Yanaka, with its ancient streets, or visit traditional markets to taste delicious Japanese street food. We can also discover the historic Asakusa with its famous Senso-ji Temple or wander through the vibrant streets of Shibuya, known for its iconic crossing.
If you love food, I can take you to hidden restaurants to try sushi, ramen, or kaiseki meals, sharing everything about the ingredients and traditions. Each tour is tailored to offer a unique and unforgettable experience in real Tokyo. Let’s create the best memories of your trip together!
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Ciao!
Mi chiamo Simone, sono italiano e vivo in Giappone da molti anni. Conosco bene la cultura di questo meraviglioso paese, grazie a mia moglie giapponese, e amo condividere questa passione con chi visita Tokyo.
Organizzo tour personalizzati per aiutarti a scoprire non solo le principali attrazioni, ma anche i luoghi più autentici, lontani dai percorsi turistici tradizionali.
Possiamo esplorare quartieri affascinanti come Yanaka, con le sue stradine antiche, o visitare mercati tradizionali per assaporare delizioso street food giapponese. Possiamo anche scoprire la storica Asakusa con il suo famoso tempio Senso-ji o passeggiare per le vivaci strade di Shibuya, conosciute per il suo incrocio iconico.
Se ami la cucina, posso portarti in ristoranti nascosti dove provare sushi, ramen o pasti kaiseki, raccontandoti tutto sugli ingredienti e le tradizioni. Ogni tour è personalizzato per offrirti un'esperienza unica e indimenticabile nella vera Tokyo.
Creiamo insieme i migliori ricordi del tuo viaggio!
$77/ per group
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Questo tour dei punti salienti di Tokyo vi porta attraverso i luoghi più iconici della città. Inizierete al Tempio Senso-ji di Asakusa, dove imparerete la sua storia, vi purificherete e prenderete un Omikuji. Dopo, visiterete il Palazzo Imperiale e i suoi giardini, per conoscere il Castello di Edo. Al Santuario Meiji-jingu, vivrete rituali tradizionali. Esplorerete Takeshita Street a Harajuku per la moda unica e lo street food, e terminerete al famoso Scramble Crossing di Shibuya e Hachiko.
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