One Day Highlights Tour of Tokyo including Shibuya Sky Tickets

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Duration:7 hours (approx.)
Location: Tokyo, Kanto

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Enjoy a guided tour of Japan's bustling capital city, Tokyo. In a small group of no more than 8, begin in Asakusa and see Senso-ji temple, Japanese gardens, and the famed shopping street of Nakamise. After lunch, head for colorful Shibuya, Harajuku and the serene Meiji-Jingu shrine. This tour is friendly for muslim, vegetarian, vegan, and the guests who have some food restrictions. Our guide will happy to arrange the restaurant based on your request. And if you are muslim, you can take praying time at the country's biggest mosque, Tokyo Camii at the end of the tour.

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1. Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
This tourist center designed by Kengo Kuma, the famous Japanese architect is not not just a valuable source of sightseeing information, but one of Asakusa’s newest attractions in the area. This 8-story building, has a very striking structure with the appearance of a stack of separate wooden buildings that seem piled up on top of each other at different angles. From the Observation Deck, the open space on the 8th floor of the Center, you can literally overview the entire tour course, not just Tokyo Sky Tree and Asahi Flame that you can see on the ground, but also the very crowded Kaminarimon gate, Nakamise shopping street, Hozomon gate and Sensoji Temple from spacious and airy deck from top of the buiding.
2. Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
When approaching Sensoji temple, visitors will walk through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), the outer gate of Sensoji Temple and the symbol of Asakusa and the entire city of Tokyo. A shopping street of over 200 meters, called Nakamise, leads from the outer gate to the temple's second gate, the Hozomon. Alongside typical Japanese souvenirs such as yukata and folding fans, various traditional local snacks from the Asakusa area are sold along the Nakamise. The shopping street has a history of several centuries, and always packed with people want to have some souvenirs back to their home.
3. Senso-ji Temple
Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples. The legend says that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida River, and even though they put the statue back into the river, it always returned to them. Consequently, Sensoji was built nearby for the goddess of Kannon. The temple was completed in 645, making it Tokyo's oldest temple.
4. Asakusa Shrine
Asakusa Jinja Shrine, is a shrine of the native Japanese Shinto religion, which is located very close to the famous Buddhist temple of Sensoji. The shrine is much smaller than its grand neighbor, and compared with the bustling crowds at Sensoji, the shrine’s grounds are much more peaceful. However, because of this shrine’s long historical and local significance, it is nationally designated as an Important Cultural Property. The shrine building is said to be the oldest in Tokyo, and they are beautifully decorated.
5. Sumida Park
Sumida Park is located near Asakusa station and along the Sumida River where you can enjoy amazing views of Tokyo Skytree without any obstructions while relaxing with the breeze from the river. . You can see beautiful scenery especially at the season of cherry blossoms which is usually at the end of March till the beginning of April. It has landing places for popular water buses that will tour the Sumida River and Tokyo Bay. The park is a part of Sumida River Terrace that is a promenade built along the Sumida River.
6. Shibuya Sky
Shibuya Sky is newest land mark of Shibuya. Approximately 230 metres above ground and is the highest point in the district. The ‘Sky Edge’, a corner where you can look down at the Cityscape below without any obstruction, is a particularly good photo spot that provides a panoramic view of the city. You can see from the Shibuya Scramble crossing to Tokyo's more distant urban visiting spots including Tokyo Skytree, and even Mount Fuji!
7. Shibuya Crossing
Shibuya Crossing near the Shibuya Station is crossed by as many as 500,000 people per day, and at a peak time, as many as 3,000 people cross at one green light! For Japanese who are used to seeing this view is nothing to be surprised about, but tourists seem to be marveled that everyone manages to cross without bumping into each other. There are always people going to the spot just to see this crossing. Along with New York’s Times Square, Shibuya Crossing is one of the “most famous crossings in the world.”
8. Hachiko
“Hachiko, the faithful dog,” is a bronze statue of a dog in the plaza in front of the Shibuya Crossing, and the spot surrounding the statue is a standard meeting spot for local Japanese. There are always many people there so perhaps it might be stressful to dome of you, but that must also be a part of cultural experiences in Tokyo!
9. Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.
10. Takeshita Street
The 350-meter Takeshita-dori Street, starting across the road from JR Harajuku Station, is geared towards Tokyo's fashion and trend-conscious set. Lots of famous celebrities from all over the world also come here to shop —despite its reputation for being kawaii cute, there are also several boutiques that specialize in edgy grunge and goth fashion.

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Posted By : 740junee
The walking tour was a fantastic way for us as first time travellers to Japan to explore Tokyo. Haru was an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable and personable. There were many highlights on the day including Shibuya Sky Tower and the wonderful temples and shrines. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09 20:38:58

Posted By : Discover319943
The public transport and walking tour of Japan with Satsuki was nothing short of fantastic. The use of public transport to familiarise us with getting around Tokyo was incredible. We could not have done this ourselves. The walking part of the trip only added to our experience. Satsuki’s knowledge of the sites that we enjoyed was perfect. Highly recommend Satsuki and the experience we enjoyed to any visitors. Dan, Sharron, Kat and Jim
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Posted On : 2024-05-06 01:09:43

Posted By : A7621EKannal
Very good guide! Very flexible and knew a lot. He knew where to go, and gave us a lot of recommendations. A lot of walking, so make sure to bring good shoes and a lot of water. Took photos of us aswell
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 06:51:25

Posted By : paulusv2024
Kaori was our tour guide and she was AMAZING!! We learned so much about the Japanese culture, how to take the train, and speak Japanese. I’m so grateful we had her to share our first experience and first tour of the trip! Thank you Kaori !!
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Posted On : 2024-05-02 06:34:42

Posted By : VicenteMartinez000
The Tourist Guide is very professional and provides good tips for Stores and Souvenirs. He is very flexible to adjust itineraries
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Posted On : 2024-04-21 07:35:56

Posted By : Carl_C
We had an amazing time! Keita, our tour guide was so flexible and friendly. He was ven helped us exchange our JR rail pass vouchers at the station. His insight and knowledge of the city were evident. Highly recommended!
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Posted On : 2024-04-14 01:25:19

Posted By : Kade1970
Kyoko, our tour guide was awesome! She was friendly, knowledgable, easy going and a joy to be with. We saw many wonderful sights. She took us to a great place for lunch! She made navigating the trains a breeze and fun! Our group highly recommends here. This tour was amazing. Shibuya sky was incredible!!! I definitely recommend it if you have time and an interest in seeing Tokyo from the sky!!! If I take another group to Tokyo I will reserve Kyoko again:-)
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Posted On : 2024-03-26 19:40:23

Posted By : MMRlove2travel
Excellent way to visit areas of Tokyo without having to worry about finding your way around. Train tickets are provided.
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Posted On : 2024-03-12 04:06:02

Posted By : LeeC1384
It was a great day. Eriko was knowledgeable and I learnt so much on my trip. I was very fortunate to have the rain stop to get great views on the skytree lookout.
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Posted On : 2024-03-06 21:03:48

Posted By : _Y5850QT
It was a lot of fun! All the participants were Japanese, and it was refreshing to learn about parts of Japan that I didn't know. Mr. Mori has a wealth of knowledge and is very thorough, and he was considerate of many things, so I was able to enjoy myself without worry!
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Posted On : 2024-02-05 06:17:08