Ueno and Yanaka
Joined 2024
Ueno is a popular district of Tokyo. The open market of Ameyayokocho, a black market that appeared at the end of the war that sold candy and American products. The first public park in Japan, there are seven museums, a zoo and many temples and shrines. Yanaka is a residential district of Tokyo that escaped the bombs, known for its Machiya-style wooden houses, a large cemetery where the last shogun is buried, Buddhist temples and the Yanaka Ginza shopping street.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel
- I will pick you up at your hotel in Tokyo.
Ameyokocho shopping street
This is a popular shopping street where you can get good deals.You can find dried fruits, green tea, fish, biscuits, sportswear and many restaurants.
Ueno park
We will visit several temples and shrines:
Kiyomizu temple: Inspired by the Kiyomizudera temple in Kyoto, it houses an image of Kosodate Kannon goddess of conception.
Hanazono inari Shrine: Dedicated to Inari god of fertility, harvests and the fox, the shrine is recognizable by its tunnel of red torii.
Toshogu Shrine: Dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu the first shogun of the Edo period.
Yanaka
Then we will walk to the Yanaka district, we will discover this residential area with traditional wooden houses, the large cemetery lined with cherry trees, the Buddhist temple Tenno-ji with its Buddha statue, the Asakura sculpture museum and the Yanaka Ginza shopping street.
Yanaka Ginza shopping street
We will discover the nostalgic Yanaka Ginza shopping street, where you can find delicious shaved Ice, meat croquettes, fresh roasted coffee, second hand shops cat statue and more...
Nippori station
The tour will end at Nippori Station served by the Keisei Line as well as the JR Yamanote Line.
Ending Point
Nippori station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
English speaking guide
Pick-up at your hotel in Tokyo
Transportation tickets
Food and drinks
Asakura sculpture museum entrance ticket (500 yen)per person for you and your guide
Tour Important Information
What‘s included
English speaking guide
Pick-up at your hotel in Tokyo.
What‘s not included
Transportation tickets
Food and drinks
Asakura Sculpture Museum entrance ticket (500 yen)
Please wear comfortable shoes.
The Asakusa Sculpture Museum entrance fee (500 yen) per person for you and your guide.
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 Virginie B.
Hello !
My name is Virginie, I am French and I have been living in Tokyo for 4 years. I love Japan, its food and its culture but above all I love Tokyo! I will take you to the best places in Tokyo ! The hidden gems as well as all the must see places ! The traditional Tokyo as well as the futuristic parts of the city ! I can’t wait to meet you !!
Reviews
Jim R.
Mount Fuji parks and lakes one-day tour from Tokyo
Customized
“Wonderful guide!”
Virginie is absolutely a fantastic guide. She worked with our group of six very well, and accommodated or itinerary. I would highly recommend her.
Virginie B.
Dear Jim, Thank you for your kind review. We were really lucky to have wonderful views of Mount Fuji. I really enjoyed spending time with you and your group. I hope you enjoyed skiing in Hokkaido! I hope to see you again in Japan! Virginie
“8Hr Walking Tour through Shibuya, Harajuku and Shinkuku”
We had a great walking tour with Virginie - she was very flexible, and incorporated her local knowledge with our requested hot-spots to fill the day well! We opted for the 8-hour tour, which covers a lot of ground, but Virginie was amazing and didn't falter at all! We agreed to meet at Shibuya train station at the tour starting point, so we got the most out of the day, and had a great lunch that Virginie recommended.
Virginie B.
Hello Matt, Thank you for your warm review and for the nice pictures. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. I had a great time showing you and your family around Shinjuku, Shibuya and Harajuku. I am glad you enjoyed the ramen at the robot cafe. I hope to see you and your cute family again in Tokyo! Virginie
“8Hr Walking Tour through Yanaka, Ueno and Akihabara”
We had a great walking tour with Virginie - she was very flexible, and incorporated her local knowledge with our requested hot-spots to fill the day well! We opted for the 8-hour tour, which covers a lot of ground, but Virginie was amazing and didn't falter at all! We agreed to meet at Nippori train station at the tour starting point, so we got the most out of the day, and had a great lunch that Virginie recommended.
Virginie B.
Dear Matt, Thank you for your kind review and the great pictures. I enjoyed spending time with you and your family too. I am glad you liked the Izakaya restaurant in Nishi-Nippori. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and that you had a great time at Mount Fuji. I wish you and your family all the best. Virginie
$132/ per group
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