Yanaka and Nezu : Tokyo Old Traditional Town Cultural Experience

5.0
(14 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

We are new on this website.But we have conducted many Yanaka tours, with many good reviews received from our customers who had enjoyed themselves.This walking tour is based on a relaxing pace so you can get a closer look at the real Japanese lifestyle and culture.It is suitable for most people with moderate fitness.You will stroll through Tokyo old local neighborhoods~Yanaka,Nezu and Sendagi.Discover old temples and shrines,buildings from the bygone era from the Meiji Period to the Taishō period and Showa period.
•Usually this tour takes around 3 hours 30 minutes.But sometimes the tour may end earlier or later.So everyone can enjoy their experience strolling in this charming neighborhood with flexibility
.Small group , you can get a close chat with our experienced tour guide
.Experience the quieter part of old town in Tokyo

Note : We are a small team of only experienced tour guides. We do not use inexperienced or irregular tour guide even during peak season .

What's Included

Your local guide will introduce you to all the various drinks available in the vending machine that are mainly sold only in Japan. We include one drink per person for tours from May to October 2025 .
Tour guide fee
Your local guide will give recommendations of where you can eat and shop (at your own expenses)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Nippori Station . Please go to North Gate , West Exit (for Yanaka) , once you go out the exit our tour guide will wait for you at the rest area (with baggage storage coin lockers) (Please refer to the last 2 pictures for the meeting place at Nippori Station)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    This is one of the oldest place of worship in Tokyo with its’ picturesque Torii-lined pathway. Get to know the indigenous religion of Japanese . Learn how to pray in a shrine , write your wish and get your fortune telling here .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This is one of the oldest of the numerous temples in Yanaka area with its’ large, bronze, seated image of Buddha . Appreciate the calm moment in this spiritual old temple . Enjoy the beautiful garden view surrounding the temple complex .

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See the remains of the Showa-period (1926–1989) houses . These houses have been turned into shops now . Discover old small shops that are pass down through generation from the Meiji Period and the Taisho Period .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Take a slow walk in the local residential area with our tour guide who know well about this old neighborhood . You can see local old and new houses and shops and get to know more about the local Japanese lifestyle . See the old folks live their daily lives . You often can spot nursery kids come out for their walk in this neighborhood .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    This is one of the largest and most scenic cemetery in Tokyo . Many important figures are buried there .

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    This is an old shopping street . You can try the local street foods and Japanese desserts here . Get some Japanese souvenirs here . The shops here have different operating days and hours so some shops may be closed during your time of visit . Many shops are closed on Monday .

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Known as “sunset staircase” in Japanese. You can see beautiful sunset and Yanaka Ginza street view from this staircase .This is a photo stop spot where you should not miss when you come to Yanaka Ginza

    2 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Passby this 200 years old bath house which has turned into an art gallery .

    Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Explore some wooden houses that are turned into shops .

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by this 100 year old Himalayan cedar tree

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Undiscovered Tokyo Tours

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