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Discover the spirit of Tokyo on a private walking tour through two of its most iconic neighborhoods: Shibuya and Harajuku. From the energy of Shibuya Crossing to hidden backstreets and creative hubs in Harajuku, your experience is shaped entirely around your interests. This isn’t a scripted tour. It is a fully tailored experience led by a local who knows the city inside out. After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire so we can match you with the ideal host and create a personalized itinerary that reflects your style, pace, and curiosity, whether you’re into fashion, design, food, or exploring beyond the tourist trail.
- Explore Tokyo’s Shibuya and Harajuku neighborhoods with a local host
- Enjoy a flexible, fully customized private walking experience
- Discover hidden lanes, creative boutiques, and local favorites away from the tourist track
- A pre-tour questionnaire ensures your itinerary is tailored to your interests
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
Itinerary
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Tokyo (Pass by)
See Tokyo through the eyes of someone who calls it home. Explore iconic intersections, tucked-away alleys, and the creative heart of Shibuya and Harajuku with a passionate local by your side. This is a City Unscripted experience built around real connections and authentic moments. Before your experience begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can shape the itinerary around your interests. Whether that means fashion, design, street culture, or hidden local spots, your host will create a route that reflects what matters most to you. Here are some highlights to spark your curiosity:
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Shibuya Scramble Crossing (Pass by)
Stand at one of the world’s busiest intersections and take in the organized flow of people from every direction. Your host will explain how this crossing reflects modern Tokyo, then guide you into nearby streets where local life unfolds beyond the crowds.
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Shibuya Center-gai (Pass by)
Walk through a dense network of narrow lanes filled with shops, arcades, and eateries. This vibrant area captures the spirit of Shibuya’s youth culture and offers a snapshot of the city’s ever-changing trends and energy.
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Spain-zaka Slope (Pass by)
Follow this sloped street known for its European-inspired atmosphere and small fashion boutiques. Just off Center Gai, it provides a quieter but equally creative side of Shibuya that’s easy to miss without a local.
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Miyashita Park (Pass by)
Visit a rooftop park where locals gather above the busy streets below. This modern space blends greenery, skate culture, art, and retail, showing how Tokyo reimagines public spaces with bold, functional design.
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Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho (Pass by)
Step into a lantern-lit alley that preserves the feel of postwar Tokyo. Lined with tiny bars and eateries, this nostalgic spot offers a striking contrast to the surrounding high-rises and neon.
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Shibuya Cat Street (Pass by)
Stroll a relaxed, tree-lined street that connects Shibuya and Harajuku. Known for indie boutiques, art spaces, and understated cafés, Cat Street reflects Tokyo’s creative side, away from the mainstream.
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Takeshita Street (Pass by)
Explore one of Tokyo’s most iconic pedestrian streets. Colorful shops, street food, and bold fashion scenes define this area, which plays a major role in shaping youth style and pop culture.
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Ura-Harajuku (Pass by)
Wander through quiet backstreets filled with vintage stores, murals, and creative studios. These lesser-known lanes reveal a more personal, independent side of Harajuku, often overlooked by visitors.
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Admire the mirrored entrance and rooftop garden of this striking building. Tokyu Plaza is a landmark of modern architecture and style, blending commercial design with public space in the heart of Omotesando.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
- After booking, you'll receive a short online questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
- This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
- Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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