Explore Tokyo's trendy uptown area, Nakameguro and Daikanyama

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Japanese fine artworks at galleries in some of Tokyo's vibrant and trendy areas, Daikanyama, Nakameguro, and Denenchofu. You can appreciate modern and contemporary artworks, enjoy shopping at unique shops along the Meguro River, and visit an awesome gallery in a Japanese-style house in Denenchofu. Denenchofu is an affluent residential area in Tokyo and not touristy. You may appreciate contemporary artworks in a Japanese-style house gallery, which must be an unique experience.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Original map with shops and street
Guide
We take Tokyu Railways to visit places. One-day Pass costs JPY680/adult, JPY340/child.
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to Shibuya-san, a tourist information Centre & an art center located on the ground floor of the Shibuya Fukuras Building. Look for a guide showing a signboard with your name on it. It is 1 minute on foot from Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyo, Keio Inokashira Lines).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • Shibuya (Pass by)

    Go to Shibuya Station to take Tokyu Toyoko Line.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Take the Tokyu Toyoko Line from Shibuya to Denenchofu. It takes about 20 minutes and take a walk for 5 minutes. First, we will visit Denenchofu, an affluent neighborhood situated above the Tamagawa River. This area exudes a quiet, residential feel because the neighborhood design was made with an English urban planning concept incorporating natural element. Mizoe Gallery is an awesome gallery in a Japanese-style house. You can fully experience artworks by Japanese artists as if you are at home.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Jiyugaoka is just one stop from Denenchofu on the Tokyu Toyoko Line. We will stop Jiyugaoka on the way back from Denenchofu to walk around the town. Jiyugaoka is a posh, uptown, dotted with fashion and cafes. It is a perfect place to stroll and take a sweet break.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After Mizoe Gallery, we return to the Denenchofu Station to take a train to Nakameguro. Walk 5 minutes to Sato Sakura Museum from the station. This art museum showcases Japanese-style paintings depicting cherry blossoms by Japanese artists. If you missed the cherry blossom season you can enjoy a variety of Sakura pictures featuring famous Sakura spots in Japan.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Art Front Gallery is actively engaged in all aspects of art. They promote artworks created from a global perspective.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Yamada Heiando is a purveyor of lacquerware to Japanese imperial household. It is a Japanese lacquerware brand with more than 90 years of history. The extensive lineup ranges from tableware to jewelry boxes.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    T-Site is a literary complex featuring a wide variety of art and culture, comprising a bookstore, cafe, and retail stores. T-Site is more than just a bookstore. You will find books, movies, music, stationery and even travel desk.

    40 minutes 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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