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Ueno ーYanaka nostalgic walking Tour
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Joined 2017
If you love to walk, come and join us as we explore shrines and temples characterized with their blissful and serene atmosphere. Plus, old ruins of townhouses that survived the last war. Enjoy the calmness and that perfect instagram moment.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or your convenient places in 23 wards of Tokyo
At your hotel or your convenient places in 23 wards of Tokyo
hotel pick-up
Ueno park ( Ueno Toshougu Shrine), Hanazono Inari shrine
You will walk through the following historical buildings:
●Ueno Toshoguu shrine: constructed in 1645 and designated as an important cultural heritage
●Hanazono Inari shrine: famous for a lot of tori gates like a red tunnel, very popular for selfies and SNS posts.
●You could enjoy fantastic view of cherry blossoms and colored leaves.
Yanaka area
Originally known as a temple town but has been popularized for its old town houses. Here, you will visit the "Asakura Sculpture Museum", constructed about 115 years ago. Feel the essence and sophistication of a traditional Japanese home.
(Entrance fee costs ￥500 ) Then I'd like you to enjoy "Yanaka Ginza", a nostalgic shopping mall selling daily dish, fish, rice, sake... Here you will find what locals eat and drink every day.
At your hotel or your convenient place in 23 wards of Tokyo
End of the tour
Ending Point
At your hotel or any places or stations near Yanaka
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
guide fee, hotel pick up in 23 wards, transportation fee for guide
transportation fee of you (about ￥700), entrance fee(of you and guide), Asakura sculpture museum costs ￥500, Yurikamome Line fare
Tour Important Information
・Most shops are small , and most of them won't accept credit cards, I
recommend you to bring cash a little , ￥10,000 per person might be
enough.
・This is a walking tour, so I highly recommend you to wear flat shoes.
・Asakura Sculpture museum is closed on Monday and Thursday.
Important message from the supplier
I am not available after 6:00pm.
I guide only inside of Tokyo.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Keiko H.
HI. I am Keiko. I'm a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter - Your local tour guide.I was born in Tokyo and studied Japanese history in the University. I used to work as a junior high school English teacher for over 30 years . So I know about Tokyo a lot. One of my hobbies is Japanese history and finding similarities with world history is very interesting and so much fun for me.
Tokyo is an attractive city where you can both experience the marriage of both traditional and modern culture. I'd be more than happy to share with you my rich knowledge and experience. I'll be grateful to arrange a tour for you according to your preferences. I'm looking forward to having a good time with you and I hope to be a part of your stay here in Japan.
Reviews
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Rowena S.
“We enjoyed a private guided tour in Tokyo with Ms. Keiko”
It was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Our day began with a prompt meeting at our hotel at 9:00 AM. From there, we explored some of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks, including Asakusa, the lively Tsukiji Fish Market, the bustling electronics hub of Akihabara, and the serene Hamarikyu Garden. We also had time to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Shibuya and Harajuku, admire the peaceful Meiji Shinto Shrine, and take in the modern sights of Odaiba and Ginza. Ms. Keiko’s knowledge of Tokyo, combined with her warm and professional approach, made this a highlight of our trip We would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a comprehensive and enjoyable introduction to Tokyo.
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Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your kind words about the tour. I am glad to hear you enjoyed it. During the tour, you experienced both traditional and modern aspects of Japanese culture. For example, you enjoyed Japanese cuisine at Tsukiji Fish Market. You also explored trendy pop culture including anime and KAWAII at Akihabara and soaked in the traditional culture at Asakusa. I hope you will enjoy the rest of Japan as much as possible. Arigato!!
Gina O.
“Grateful for Keiko”
Keiko is attentive, kind, caring and so wonderful! She ensured we went at a pace that worked for my elderly mother. She was informative and friendly and clearly listened to our requests. Highly recommended!!!
Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your kind review of my tour. It was nice to have a tour with your elderly mother. We visited Asakusa and experienced traditional Japanese atmosphere. I hope you enjoy your trip and get home safely. Arigato!!
Barry F.
“Fabulous Tour and Guide”
Keiko was amazingly informative; she is a real teacher and her English is excellent. If you want a guide in Tokyo, I cannot recommend Keiko highly enough. She is superb. Barry Fishman
Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your warm review of my tour. I was happy to show you different sides of Tokyo such as modern and busy district in Western Tokyo to traditional and quiet district in Eastern Tokyo. Thank you very much again for listening to me carefully. I wish your great days in Japan. Arigato Gozaimashita!!
$179/ per group
More tours by Keiko H.
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Tokyo One Day Customized Tour
What would you like to do in Tokyo ? Traditional culture ? Japanese food ? Special experience ? Or all of the above ? If yes, I'd like to arrange a tour specially for you. For your traveling pleasure, I've selected must-see places in Tokyo for you to explore. If you choose three places from the highlighted list below, I will arrange a package for you. Please feel free to let me know if you have any other places in mind and I'd be more than happy to assist you.
Tokyo One Day Customized Tour
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Tokyo Half Day Customized Tour
4 hours is all you need to enjoy Tokyo. Choose two places from a selection of must-see attractions below. If you've chosen sites close to each other, you may be able to visit another spot. If you want to go somewhere which is not on the list, feel free to ask and I'll make the arrangements for you.
Tokyo Half Day Customized Tour
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Asakusa, Meiji Shinto Shrine,Shibuya
These places are must-see places for the first time visitors . They show you the essence of Tokyo: modern and traditional. You’ll begin the tour from the traditional northern part of Tokyo which is Asakusa. And then it ends at the southern modern part of Tokyo called Harajuku and Shibuya.
Asakusa, Meiji Shinto Shrine,Shibuya
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Tsukiiji・Asakusa / Ueno ・Ginza : Half Day Tour
Explore traditional Japanese culture and food at our Tsukiji Market tour . Try their mouth-watering Sushi ,large grapes and other local neighborhood delicacies. Then move to Asakusa by subway where you'll enjoy strolling along the streets and alleys where you'll find local souvenirs. You could visit Ueno instead of Asakusa. At Ueno you would find historical shrines and temples built in a serene forest. Then cap our tour at Ginza, the most prestigious and elegant shopping town in Japan.
Tsukiiji・Asakusa / Ueno ・Ginza : Half Day Tour
Other Popular Off the Beaten Path Tours in Tokyo
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Japanese Gardens and Tokyo Life: Bunkyo City Customized Tour
Bunkyo City is in the heart of central Tokyo, just north of Chiyoda City where the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station are. The city is Tokyo’s typical residential and academic area where I was born, grew up, and live now. We'll move around the city with a Bunkyo City Community Bus, B-guru ( “beagle”, the mascot character of the bus), and visit Edo-Tokyo Japanese gardens and other calm and pleasant sites. You'll also catch a glimpse of Tokyo citizens’ life during the tour.
Japanese Gardens and Tokyo Life: Bunkyo City Customized Tour
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Excursion off the Beaten Track in the Suburbs of Tokyo
We will explore the western suburbs of Tokyo in this tour. If you are looking for something different from the crowded tourist attractions in the central part of Tokyo, you will enjoy exploring the western suburbs of Tokyo. I recommend this tour not to first timers but to repeaters who have been to famous places in Tokyo. You will discover traditional spots in the beautiful environment of the suburbs. Weather permitting, lunch in a local restaurant can be replaced by a picnic lunch in a park.
Excursion off the Beaten Track in the Suburbs of Tokyo
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The unbeaten tracks of Sumida and Koto Wards (5 hour excursion)
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The unbeaten tracks of Sumida and Koto Wards (5 hour excursion)
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Tokyo old residential area tour with Tram
Let's explore old residential area of Tokyo by tram. It's never gorgeous or glitter like Shinjuku or Shibuya, but you can see the real and down to earth daily life of Tokyo resident. We can also visit several temples and shrines believed by residents. We buy 1 day free pass of the tram and get off at several places according to your choice. (3 to 4 stations generally)
Tokyo old residential area tour with Tram
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