Private Tour : Experience Old Tokyo: Cultural Walk in Yanaka Nezu

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(3 reviews)

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Yanaka Ginza area is one of the most cultural and old downtown areas in Tokyo.
We will guide you through this wonderful town, explaining its history and culture in an easy-to-understand manner.
The tour is conducted in a small group, so you can ask questions and enjoy conversation during the tour. The tour is also flexible to accommodate requests and changes in destinations.

During the tour, you will shop, eat, and visit historical sites and temples.
You can enjoy delicious local food and buy affordable souvenirs.

If you are tired of walking, there is time to stop at a cafe for a rest.
Enjoy this relaxing walking tour that anyone can enjoy.

・Walking tours with a small group of people in a relaxed atmosphere
 ※Mostly, It will be a private tour for a more personal experience.

・Tasting experience of famous local street food

・Visits to reasonably priced souvenir stores

・Visits to famous historical and cultural sites

・Rest stops at cafes and beer bars

What's Included

3 hour Guide Tour with friendly guide
Visits to famous historical and cultural sites
Relaxing at cozy cafés and beer bars.
Food and drink costs during the tour are not included. Please pay individually

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of the North Exit gate of Nippori Station.

End point

We will end the tour at the final location, and afterward, you’re free to explore the area on your own.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Climb down the beautiful ‘Yuyake Dandan’ staircase and enjoy and take a photo a panoramic view of the Yanaka neighborhood.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Enjoy the taste of local grilled squid, experiencing the traditional flavors of the area. Please note that food costs are not included. ※It is closed on weekdays.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Stroll through the lively shopping street for about 45 minutes. Peek into local shops and experience the traditional culture of Tokyo’s old town.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enjoy a crispy croquette, a specialty of the shopping street. Please note that food costs are not included.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit the serene Kannonji Temple and learn about Japanese Buddhist culture.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stroll through the peaceful Yanaka Cemetery, lined with the graves of notable figures, and immerse yourself in its history.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit the grave of Japan’s last shogun, Tokugawa Yoshinobu, and take a moment to feel the history of the late Edo period.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    “Enjoy tea at a lovely gallery and relax in a calm atmosphere. Please note that food and drink costs are not included.”

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Visit the historic Old Yoshidaya Store and learn about Edo-period architecture and culture.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by EPIC JAPAN EXPERIENCES

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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