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Ueno ーYanaka nostalgic walking Tour
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?
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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
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.
“Tokyo One Day Customized Tour”
We had a fantastic day touring Asakusa, Tsukiji Fish Market, Ueno, Shibuya, and Odaiba with our guide, Keiko. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made each stop both fun and informative. From the cultural charm of Asakusa to the energy of Shibuya and the scenic views in Odaiba, everything was well-organized and enjoyable. Keiko’s local insights and food recommendations at Tsukiji made the experience even more special. Highly recommended!
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Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I was truly happy that guests from different generations enjoyed the tour in their own ways. We visited traditional areas such as the Imperial Palace and Meiji Shrine to experience a peaceful, historical atmosphere. Then we explored Takeshita-dori for KAWAII culture and Shibuya, where you enjoyed anime goods and the latest fashion trends. Lunch at the kaiten-sushi restaurant was fun, wasn’t it? Arigato!!
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Rowena S.
“Tokyo One Day Customized Tour”
Keiko was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. She paced the tour perfectly, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the day. Her storytelling truly brought each location to life. We highly recommend Keiko to anyone wanting a comprehensive and memorable Tokyo tour. It was an unforgettable experience filled with culture, delicious food, and stunning sights!
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Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I was delighted to show you both the traditional and modern sides of Tokyo. Nijūbashi was calm and beautiful, while Takeshita-dori was vivid and full of KAWAII culture. We were also lucky to see the red and white UME blossoms in full bloom at Shinjuku- Gyoen park —they looked as if they were welcoming you. I hope you continue to have wonderful days in Japan. Arigatō!!
Mark P.
“Awesome Day in Tokyo ”
Keiko was the most wonderful guide. Knowledgeable and had lots of good places to take us. Every question we asked she was able to answer and provide some local context. Thank you Keiko we had a great day. Mark, Clare, Laila and Tarek
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Keiko H.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It truly was a perfect day for walking under the clear sky. We enjoyed seeing the beautiful autumn leaves and winter sakura blossoms at Ueno Park, as well as the special New Year displays along the Asakusa Nakamise shopping street. We were also surprised and delighted by the sound of the big drum at Meiji Shrine. You have already mastered the use of SUGOI and KAWAII! I hope you will experience many more SUGOI moments in Japan. Arigatou gozaimashita.
$171/ per group
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