Tokyo History Cycling Tour by E-Bike

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  Discover Tokyo's fascinating history and culture on a guided Tokyo cycling tour by E-bike. Ride approximately 25 km with a local guide officially certified by Chuo City. Our first stop after departing from Tsukishima is Tsukuda Island, one of Tokyo's historic sites. After establishing the Tokugawa Shogunate in Edo, Ieyasu Tokugawa invited around 30 fishermen from Tsukuda Village in Osaka to settle on Tsukuda Island. He granted them fishing rights in the Sumida River and Tokyo Bay. They supplied whitebait and other seafood to Edo Castle, selling their remaining catch around Nihonbashi on their return. At Tsukuda Inari Shrine and along the Sumida River waterfront, you can see wooden reliefs and Ukiyo-e prints depicting scenes from this period.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Tamiya Oiwa Inari Shrine – The Story of Yotsuya Kaidan In 1914, an actor who played Oiwa, the heroine of the famous Edo-period ghost story Yotsuya Kaidan, dedicated a stone marker for Hyakudo Mairi at this shrine, praying for the success of his performance at Osaka's Naniwaza Theater. Your guide will explain the story of Yotsuya Kaidan and demonstrate Hyakudo Mairi, a traditional Japanese prayer ritual dating back to the Edo period.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Ryogoku

  Ryogoku – The Heart of Sumo Culture Discover Ryogoku, home to many sumo stables. If morning practice is taking place, you may have the opportunity to watch sumo wrestlers training. Former Kira Residence – The Story of the 47 Ronin Visit the former Kira Residence, where the 47 Ronin carried out their famous raid. Your guide will explain the story and its historical background at the site.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Asakusa

  Asakusa – Kaminarimon and Senso-ji Temple Explore Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), Senso-ji Temple, and the historic streets of Asakusa by E-bike. Discover hidden local spots and affordable traditional eateries along the way.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  Denma-cho Prison – A Historic Edo Prison Established outside Tokiwa Bridge Gate in the late 1500s, Denma-cho was one of Japan's first large-scale prisons. In 1677, it came under the control of the Edo City Magistrate and was later relocated to Kodenmacho, where it operated for approximately 270 years. During the Edo period, it was Japan's largest prison, covering approximately 2,700 tsubo (8,900 square meters) and surrounded by fortified earthen walls and a moat. An execution ground was also located within the complex. Although the prison no longer exists, the atmosphere of this historic site can still be felt today.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Ningyocho Karakuri Watchtower

  Ningyocho – Edo-period Entertainment and Food Culture Ningyocho was a lively entertainment district during the Edo period, home to numerous Kabuki theaters and traditional Joruri puppet theaters. Explore historic shrines and experience the atmosphere of old Edo. After lunch, enjoy ningyoyaki, a traditional local sweet freshly made in the area.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Nihonbashi

  Nihonbashi – The Historic Center of Edo Nihonbashi was the center of Edo, and the major roads connecting different parts of Japan began here during the Edo period. Explore historic sites and hidden local spots around Nihonbashi Bridge by E-bike, discovering Tokyo's rich history and culture.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Ginza

  Ginza – A Symbol of Japan's Modernization After the great Ginza fire of 1872, Ginza Bricktown was built as a modern Western-style district with fire-resistant buildings, becoming a symbol of Japan's modernization during the Meiji period. In 1875, gas lamps illuminated its brick streets and buildings. Horse-drawn carriages and rickshaws traveled through the area, which became a center of journalism, fashion, and new trends. Discover historic remains that tell the story of this remarkable transformation.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Tsukiji Jogai Market

  Tsukiji – Tokyo's Traditional Food District Tsukiji was home to Tokyo's Central Wholesale Market until 2018 and remains a lively food district with around 400 shops, including sushi restaurants, attracting visitors from around the world. Discover affordable sushi and sashimi restaurants favored by locals, away from typical tourist spots. You can also visit a traditional tofu shop and experience authentic Japanese food culture.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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