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・Learn how samurai, daimyo and shogun turned Edo (Tokyo) into the world’s biggest
city with a culture that matched the greatest civilizations in human history
・Hear the famous tale of the 47 Ronin while visiting their graves
・Explore the ruins of Edo Castle, now in the outer grounds of the Imperial Palace
・Walk through the red Torii gate tunnel to the Shinto Nezu Shrine, and visit a Buddhist
temple steeped in the history of the Tokugawa shoguns, learn about Japanese religion
and its relation to the samurai
・Eat lunch in a traditional restaurant in old Tokyo
・Visit the resting place of the last shogun and other figures from Edo-era Japan
・ A small group tour led by the author of a book on samurai, as well works on other
aspects of Japanese culture
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guide will meet you in front of Forest Stand Senkakuji Cafe. A2 Exit of Sengaku-ji Station on the Toei Asakusa Line.
The tour will end at Sendagi Station on the Chiyoda Line.
Itinerary
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1
Visit the Sengaku-ji Temple, where the graves of the 47 Ronin are!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Explore the beautiful Hamarikyu Gardens and enjoy the view!
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Visit the Kusunoki Masashige Statue and learn about the history!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Walk through the Imperial Palace East Gardens!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit Taira no Masakado's Grave!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Have lunch at a local Japanese restaurant in Nezu!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Visit the iconic Nezu Jinja Shrine!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Explore the famous Kan'eiji Temple!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
FInal destination at Yanaka Cemetry, where the guide will take final Q&A on Tour/Samurai!
55 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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