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Tokyo’s Ebisu neighborhood blends sophisticated urban style with a local vibe that sets it apart from more touristy districts.
On this se;f-guided walking tour, you’ll explore what locals call “Tokyo’s big local city” – a community-focused area known for exceptional dining, stylish boutiques, and cultural attractions. You’ll also discover how this former brewery district became one of Tokyo’s most desirable neighborhoods.
The tour starts at the iconic Ebisu statue outside the station, named after one of Japan’s Seven Lucky Gods and the Yebisu Beer once brewed nearby. As you stroll past vibrant murals, you’ll find out how this area evolved from an industrial brewing center into a sophisticated urban hotspot, while maintaining its unique character.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts at the Ebisu Statue. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends at Ebisu Park.
Itinerary
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The bronze Ebisu statue, located near the west exit of JR Ebisu Station in Tokyo, depicts the smiling god of fishermen and luck with his signature fishing rod and a large sea bream (tai) tucked under his arm.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Ebisu Yokocho is a vibrant, covered alley near Ebisu Station that is packed with numerous small, lively izakayas and food stalls, offering a social and authentic Tokyo nightlife experience where people often share tables and mingle while enjoying popular Japanese dishes like yakitori and oden.
Admission ticket free -
Ebisu Higashi Park (Pass by)
Ebisu-higashi Park, affectionately known as "Tako Park" (Octopus Park), is a popular neighborhood playground famous for its large, iconic octopus-shaped slide and also featuring a distinctive "Squid Toilet" pavilion designed by architect Fumihiko Maki.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
TACOS 3Hermanos Ebisu is a popular standing-only taco shop, which originated from a food truck and a Harajuku location, known for serving authentic, street-style Mexican tacos like Suadero and Carnitas with imported ingredients, bringing a vibrant, high-energy slice of Mexico City to the Ebisu neighborhood.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Bar TRENCH is an acclaimed, intimate, speakeasy-style bar tucked away in an Ebisu back alley, renowned for its focus on classic European cocktails, absinthe, and an extensive collection of **bitters and herbal liqueurs**, offering first-time visitors a cozy, dimly lit retreat that feels like stepping into a sophisticated, turn-of-the-century European lounge.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Ebisu Shrine is a small, central Shinto sanctuary in Shibuya, Tokyo, primarily dedicated to Ebisu, the Japanese God of fishermen, commerce, and prosperity, and is notable for having been renamed after the neighborhood and the famous Yebisu Beer.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Tokyo Photographic Art Museum, informally known as TOP Museum, is one of the world's few museums solely dedicated to collecting, preserving, and exhibiting historical and contemporary photography and film from both Japan and around the world.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Bar Track is an audiophile's haven in Ebisu, known for its focus on listening to an excellent vinyl selection on a high-quality sound system while enjoying an impressive array of whiskies and highballs in a moody, no-photos-allowed atmosphere.
Admission ticket free -
2Ebisu Park
Ebisu Park is a compact, urban green space featuring unique playground equipment, like a rocket slide or the large, red octopus slide at the nearby Ebisu East Park (often called "Octopus Park"), offering a lively spot for families and a quiet break from the surrounding city bustle.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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