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Tokyo Private Tour - Enjoying street snacks along Takeshita Street
Enjoying street snacks along Takeshita Street
Tokyo Private Tour - Gigantic, colorful and delicious !
Gigantic, colorful and delicious !
Tokyo Private Tour - These gentle owls were perfect companions to chill with !
These gentle owls were perfect companions to chill with !
Tokyo Private Tour - Entrance of Meiji Jingu Shrine
Entrance of Meiji Jingu Shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - Recharging energy with some tantalizing food
Recharging energy with some tantalizing food
Tokyo Private Tour - Make your kawaii dreams come true at Takeshita Street !
Make your kawaii dreams come true at Takeshita Street !

Tokyo Kawaii Culture Highlights Half Day Tour ( Harajuku )

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Tokyo Tour Guide - Samantha L.

Joined 2023

Samantha L.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Get ready to be mind-blown by the kawaii-ness in Harajuku ! Here you will find cosplay trends from gothic Lolita to cyberpunk, purikura ( selfie ) booths, larger-than-your-head rainbow cotton candv, vintage shops & delicious crepes ! We will first visit Meiji Jingu Shrine ( largest Shinto shrine in Tokyo ) then deep-dive into Takeshita Street (epi-center of cosplay fashion). Take a breather & play with your favorite animal at an animal cafe. Or get a dose of Japanese cuteness at a kawaii cafe.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Pick up from hotel ( within Tokyo 23 wards ) or meet at Harajuku station

10:30 AM

Meiji Jingu Shrine

Largest Shinto shrine in Tokyo dedicated to deity of Emperor Meiji ( first emperor of modern Japan ). Enjoy your relaxed forested walk amidst the spacious shrine grounds and soak in the spiritual atmosphere.

11:30 AM

Takeshita Street

The epitome of FUN ! ! Immerse yourself in the colorful pop culture of the most vibrant shopping street in Tokyo. Harajuku’s specialty is crepes !

12:30 PM

Animal Cafe / Kawaii Cafe

Time to refresh from the retail chaos ! Do you want to cuddle up with an adorable domesticated animal? Or simply relax with a kawaii drink in a unique cafe ? Well, the choice is yours !

Reservation is required for animal cafe ( dog, cat, pig, hedgehog, owl, snake, chinchilla )

3D Latte Art for Ghibli, Sanrio and loads more characters for your kawaii cafe experience.


01:00 PM

Cat Street

Explore the back streets of Harajuku known for its eclectic street style ! This is a haven of hip culture dedicated to youth fashion.

01:50 PM

Omotesando Street

Take a short stroll down Tokyo's version of Champs-Elysees and be awed by its eye-popping buildings. The architectural highlights in Omotesando will make you realize that it is more than just a shopping street.

02:00 PM

Omotesando Station

Your half day tour concludes here with you having immersed yourself in the delightful realm of Kawaii !

Ending Point

Omotesando Station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick up ( within Tokyo 23 wards )

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What‘s not included

Entrance fee (you & guide)

Transport fee ( you and guide )

Lunch / food / drink (you & guide)

Tour extension = 3500 yen / hour

Tour Important Information

This tour features all the amazing and unique activities that only Harajuku has to offer. There is something for all ages.

It starts at 10 AM ( hotel pick up within 23 wards / Harajuku station ) and ends 2 PM ( Omotesando station ).

You can customize the tour according to your liking. For example, if shopping is your preference, you can choose the 1-hour tour extension or leave out certain places like Meiji Jingu Shrine or Animal Cafe. Just let me know what you like ! I can provide other suggestions.

There will be lots of walking so please wear comfortable shoes.

The meet-up time indicates the start of the tour.

This tour can be extended by 1 hour till 3 pm. Tour extension cost = 3500 yen / hour ( please pay in cash on day itself )

Travel insurance is not covered by this tour. Please ensure to buy for yourself.

Some places may not accept credit cards. Please bring sufficient cash.

Please bring your passport along for tax-free exemption during shopping.

This tour will not be conducted during instances of extreme weather such as typhoons and snowstorms.

Please advise if you have any religious or health restrictions, allergies, or other specific requests.

Cancellation Policy

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Tokyo Tour Guide - Samantha L.

Joined 2023

Samantha L.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Samantha L.

Come explore Tokyo with me, a true-blue Japan lover and avid world traveler! Hi, I am Samantha from Singapore and it is nice to meet you!


Having lived here for 13 years, I love Japan very much and still view it with a perspective of playfulness, curiosity, and amazement. There are always new places to discover and have fun. My guide experience began with private tours for family and friends who have visited me throughout all these years. I am excited to showcase the beauty and uniqueness of Japan to you too.


I love meeting and connecting with new people. I have been to several countries and my most recent experience was a 1 month solo trip to Eastern Europe. I also took the opportunity to volunteer at a Romanian dog shelter. Despite being abused, their affection for humans remains and touched me deeply. Kindness not only can be extended to humans but also to animals, an integral part of our planet.


As a global traveler, I understand how nerve-racking it can be to visit a new place. I have been fortunate to meet warm and kind locals on my travels. I want to extend to you this same warmth and kindness. I will be your guide to navigate the sprawling spaces, experience the wonders of Japan, and be your friend away from home. My aim is to create a warm and welcoming space for you to immerse, learn, and relax here.


Let me take you on a fascinating journey of discovery, knowledge, and interactions! Together, we will explore and create unforgettable memories of your trip here!


** Feel free to contact me for a one-of-a-kind customized tour. I am happy to work out the details with you.


你好 ! 我是萨曼莎。 我来自新加坡,在日本生活了 13 年。 这些年来,我一直有家人和朋友来日本。我喜欢带他们游览日本。


作为一名环游世界的旅行者,我喜欢结识新朋友并与他们建立联系。 我理解在一个陌生的地方,对语言和文化知之甚少或一无所知是多么令人伤脑筋。 在我的所有旅行中,我很幸运能够遇到热情友善的当地人。他们欢迎我来到他们的国家并教我他们的文化。 同样,我想为您创造一个温暖而温馨的空间,让您在日本沉浸、学习和享受。 我对展示这个国家之美的热情促使我创建了这些旅游项目。 我真的很高兴与您分享它们!


让我带您踏上一段奇妙的发现、知识和互动之旅! 我们将一起探索并为您的旅行留下难忘的回忆!


如有任何疑问,请随时与我联系。 我可以根据您的喜好、时间和需求量身定制行程。

Reviews

An enjoyable half day exploring Asakusa

For our first day in Tokyo, we booked to do the half day tour in Asakusa with Samantha. She met us at our hotel right on time and explained the best way to navigate public transport from where we were staying. Asakusa itself was very busy but we still enjoyed ourselves with Samantha's knowledge of the area and her suggestions as to which local food delicacies to try. Samantha was also very helpful in recommending other places to go during our stay. We would definitely recommend Samantha's tour.

Nicola S.

Samantha L.

Thanks for your glowing review Nicola ! I am delighted to know that you had a great first day in Tokyo with me. Wishing you a great time on your cruise and an exciting bike journey !

Awesome Tour - Highly Recommend

Samantha did an excellent job showing us Asakusa. Her English was perfect and I would definitely hire her again and recommend her to anyone. Thanks for a great tour!

Suzanna H.

Samantha L.

Hi Sue thank you for your kind review. It was a great pleasure meeting you and Marc. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your day with me. Looking forward to an opportunity of seeing and your family in Tokyo again.

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