Tokyo : Yanaka and Nezu-Old Traditional Town Cultural Experience

5.0
(25 reviews)
Tokyo, Japan

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

Experienced tour guide who know well about this neighborhoods-main tour guide for this tour is Sui
Sakura viewing during cherry blossom season~Estimate 25Mar-10Apr 2026(change depends on weather)
Spring season only (25 March to 25 April 2026) ~ Free Sakura mochi for everyone ***If Sakura mochi is not available , we may replace it with other surprised seasonal sweets or food stuffs
Summer season only (1 June to 11 September 2026) ~ One drink of your choice in an old traditional cafe

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Nippori Station

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
    Nezu Shrine

    Visit this historical shrine with its’ picturesque Torii-lined pathway. Get to know the religions in Japan . Learn how to pray , write your wish and get your fortune telling here .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tennoji Temple

    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
    Yanaka District

    See the remains of the buildings from the Meiji Period , Taisho Period to Showa-period . Discover traditional old small shops that are passed down through generations . Chat with your tour guide in this small tour group while you stroll through this old neighborhood . Note : We are a small tour operator that specialize in this neighborhood . We are small but we only use experienced and knowledgeable tour guide even during this tourism boom period in Japan .

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nezu

    Take a slow walk in the local residential area with our experienced 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 . Note : We are a small tour operator that specialize in this neighborhood . We are small but we only use experienced and knowledgeable tour guide even during this tourism boom period in Japan .

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Yanaka Cemetery

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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • The Yanaka's Himalayan Cedar Tree (Pass by)

    Pass by this 100 year old Himalayan cedar tree

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    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
  • SCAI The Bathhouse (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Explore some wooden houses that are turned into shops .

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street

    Your tour will end at Yanaka Ginza , an old shopping street . Your tour guide will introduce you the popular local street foods , Japanese desserts , Japanese souvenirs etc . You will choose what you want to eat or shop by yourself . If you are not interested in shopping or eating here , you can choose to end your tour at Nippori Station . Note : 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 .

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Summer season (1 June to 11 September 2026)~To avoid the danger of heat stroke due to the hot and very humid summer in Tokyo , this tour for summer season will include a stop in a cafe that is transformed from an old traditional building (one drink included) . All the places of visit will be the same (except summer season do not go to Yanaka Ginza) . The summer season tour will end at Nezu Station.
Supplied by Undiscovered Tokyo Tours

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