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
Deborah G.
“Tokyo Must See Tour”
We had a very nice tour with Virginia B. She was pleasant and shared all her knowledge for each of our stops. We took many different trains and did lots of walking. We did not feel rushed and able to enjoy the sights at each location.
Sylvie D.
“Beaucoup, à notre rythme”
Virginie a su adapté les visites à notre rythme, à notre âge. Elle proposait des pauses pour reposer nous jambes. Très apprécié. Avec elle nous avons compris comment fonctionnait le réseau du métro. Les incontournables de Tokyo: ses explications, sans être interminables, étaient suffisantes pour susciter notre intérêt. Elle répondait à nos questions avec franchise. Virginie nous avons vraiment apprécié notre journée avec toi. Merci. Sylvie et Alain 05-04-2025.
Virginie B.
Chère Sylvie, Merci pour votre chaleureuse appréciation. Je suis contente que vous ayez apprécié la visite des incontournables de Tokyo. J'ai également passé un moment très agréable avec vous deux. J'espère vous revoir encore un jour au Japon. Merci pour tout! Virginie
Timothy M.
“Tokyo Tour”
Virginie was very informative, friendly and professional. She was accommodating to our needs. Thank you, Tim
Virginie B.
Dear Timothy, Thank you for your kind words. I really enjoyed spending time with you. Thank you for everything. Kind regards, Virginie
$140/ per group
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