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So there are many tours to the old Tokyo area, with YANESEN being one of them. Yanesen is a combination of the areas known as Yanaka, Sendagi, and Nezu, where there was little destruction during WWII and the Tokyo Earthquake in 1923. We will be providing you with a mix of street views of old Tokyo, temples, and shrines, as Yanesen is home to over 80 shrines after they were relocated here after the Meireki Great Fire of EDO. You will sample the foods and snacks of the days gone by and experience the main entertainment of the Edo people, a form of puppet comedy. The food was also different from what you may see in Tokyo today. You will also be able to flavor some old-style confections paired with Japanese sake, something that gave rise in the Edo period. Religion, construction, history, culture, and cuisine. Not just a stroll in the park, but a real walking tour sampling old Tokyo. Compare with other tours and choose.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exit Nezu Station and wait in front of the Mizuho Bank ATM Corner
We will direct you to three destinations. Nishinippori Station, should you want to use the JR Lines. Sendagi Station or Nezu Station, which are both on the Metro Chiyoda Line
Itinerary
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1
An “hot spot” known to house 5 major divinities and had emerged unscathed for 300 years weathering major earthquakes and fires that devastated EDO and also WWII.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
A shrine within a shrine catering to those that were present at the Yuraku District
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
You will see a church built in the Taisho Era ; a historical heritage of Taito ward
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
A unique temple in the Nezu Area
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
A renovated rental and cafe center in the heart of Yanaka. Examine how young university students used to live in older apartments during the 50’s and 60’s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
The Entrance to the Shopping Alley in the Nippori Sendagi District
25 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7
Another unique temple in Yanaka known for its structure
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8
We see an Edo type amusement show using puppets/dolls and get a laugh
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9
We will be visiting a renown Japanese old confectionery store that will pair sake with confectionaries. Learn the roots of Japanese confectioneries and how to pair them with Japanese sake.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
We take time to buy and eat Old Tokyo or Edo-style snacks and confectioneries from several locations within the area so as to help you taste and recognize snacks enjoyed by people in Late Edo and Old Tokyo.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Walking between locations of interest
45 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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