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Tokyo Shitamachi Tour - Fukagawa -
Shitamachi literally means "downtown", but it is a Japanese term often used to describe old traditional towns located in Eastern Tokyo. The famous Shitamachi areas include Asakusa, Yanaka, Fukagawa, and more. In this tour, I feature Fukagawa. We visit Fukagawa Fudoson temple, Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine (not in Kamakura), Fukagawa Edo Museum, and Kiyosumi Garden. You can also enjoy town strolling in the Shitamachi atmosphere.
Meeting Point
Monzen Nakacho Station (Tokyo Metro Tozai Line) Exit 1
Monzen Nakacho Station (Tokyo Metro Tozai Line) Exit 1
Monzen Nakacho station is located 2 stations away from Nihonbashi station by Tozai Line. When you arrive at Monzen Nakacho station, please follow the signboard of Exit No. 1 and get out from the ticket gate. Please go upstairs and wait outside exit No. 1.
This exit is located in the middle of the shopping street.
Fukagawa Fudoson Temple
Fukagawa Fudoson Is famous for Goma. Goma is a secret method of Shingon esoteric Buddhism that originated from the ancient Indian ritual "homa". If timing permits, you can watch Goma. In addition, you can experience Shikoku 88 temples pilgrim only at this pace, and you can see a lot of Buddhist statues.
Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine
Tomioka Hachimangu is located just next to Fukagawa Fudoson temple. Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine was founded in 1627 by an oracle at the current location. It is "the largest Hachiman-sama shrine in Edo". Hachiman sama is one of the most adored deities in Japan.
Fukagawa Edo museum
Fukagawa Edo Museum is a small museum operated by Koto-ward, but it is reminiscent of the Edo period. Inside the building, a corner of Fukagawa in the Edo period is reproduced in full size, and you can experience the daily life of the Edo period!
Kiyosumi Japanese Garden
It is a Japanese strolling garden with mountains and famous stones placed around the pond.
Finish the tour at Kiyosumi Japanese Garden
After the tour, this area is now famous for coffee town, so you can stay more and enjoy coffee shops on your own if you like.
Or I will take you to Tsukishima for lunch by metro. You can enjoy Monja yaki (local grilled food) there.
If you are interested in that, please inquiry me.
Ending Point
At Kiyosumi Japanese Garden
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding fee, Guide transportation fee during the tour and to the meeting point & from the ending point.
Guide admission fee for Edo Museum and Kiyosumi Garden
Your group's transportation fee during the tour and to the meeting point & from the ending point.
Your group's admission fee for the Edo Museum and Kiyosumi Garden
(Fukagawa Edo Museum: @JPY 400 for adults including high school students, @JPY50 for elementary & junior high school students
Kiyosumi Garden: @JPY 150 for adults including high school students, @JPY70 for seniors 65 years old and over)
Meals and drinks
Other incidental charge
Tour Important Information
・You walk a lot, so please wear comfortable shoes.
・We will use the bus or metro or on foot from Tomioka Hachimangu to Edo Museum depending on the situation. Please prepare Mobile Suica or small coins.
・If you want, I can take you to Tsukishima for lunch by metro. You can enjoy Monja yaki (local grilled food) there.
In case you are interested in that, please inquiry me.
・You can change your starting time as you like, but please note that Edo Fukagawa Museum and Kiyosumi Garden close at 17:00. In addition, Goma at Fukagawa Fudoson
has time slots. It usually starts at 9:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, and 17:00. It lasts for about 30 minutes.
This tour is available on weekends, some Tuesdays, and Japanese National holidays.
Important message from the guide
I'm basically available on weekends and Japanese National Holidays.
Regarding the night tour, if you want to join on weekdays, please inquire me.
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
Tokyo Tour Reviews
“24 hrs in Tokyo - old and new”
Thank you so much to Maki for making this short trip such a memorable and productive one Without her guidance we would have spent most of our time like a fish out of water With Maki all the arrangements were arranged in advance and enable the day to run like clockwork added to by Maki’s knowledge and guidance and her excellent English We have no hesitation in recommending her Once again thank you
Maki K.
(3 reviews)Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It was a memorable and unforgettable tour for me as well. It was a great honor to celebrate Hilary's birthday together. I hope your ongoing voyage will be enjoyable and safe.
“Kawazu with Maki San”
Maki San was an amazing tour guide! We really enjoyed our tour with her and got to see all the places we want to. She showed us lots of local spots. Thanks much.
Maki K.
(3 reviews)Thank you very much for your review! Although the weather was cold and challenging, I'm glad we were able to do a tour that was close to your wishes. Take care, Maki
Peter N.
Jan 27th 6 hours private tour for Peter N.
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“A Fantastic Day in Tokyo”
I highly recommend Maki - she was knowledgable and had some great shopping recommendations for traditional items / Made in Japan. The yakitori at end of the tour in Yurakucho was a great way to finish.
Maki K.
(3 reviews)Thank you for being my first customer in Gowithguide! I truely admire your hardwork. I also enjoyed the tour very much. Please take care of yourself.
