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Yanaka Walking Tour - Experience Old Tokyo with Traditional Houses and Nezu Shrine Visit
4.8
190 Ratings
Arakawa City
Escape the crowds of the popular Tokyo tourist spots and discover the charm of Yanaka district. Explore traditional wooden houses, visit Nezu Shrine, and immerse yourself in the local culture.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Tennoji Temple - You will see “Yanaka Budda”, which is created in 1690 and listen to the history of the temple. The history tells you interesting aspects of Japanese religion.
- Yanaka Cemetery - You will walk into the cemetery and will learn what a Japanese cemetery is like and some customs that locals follow.
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Ueno Sakuragi Atari - Have a break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari. About 80-year-old wooden houses were renovated into a cafe, a bakery, and a beer hall and became a community space for locals.
You will see the site where the traditional lifestyle has adapted to the modern lifestyle. - The Yanaka’s Himalayan Cedar Tree - It is a 100-year-old cyder tree and the symbol in Yanaka.
- Enju-ji Temple - Not a typical Buddhist god but a god of strong legs is enshrined in this temple. Wishes of people with a foot problem are written on a lot of wooden boards.
- Nezu Shrine - You can see a lot of red Torii gates like Fushimi Inari shrine in Kyoto and can take a lot of photos at this most beautiful Shinto shrine in Tokyo. Also, you will learn some etiquettes in a shrine.
- Hebimichi - “Hebimichi” is a back street in the residential area. You will see Japanese daily life up close.
- Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street - The local guide will explain about the shopping street and shops to see the normal Japan lifestyle. You can try some local foods and sweets (Food fee is not included in the price)
What's Included
- Local Tour Guide services included
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Are you sick and tired of visiting popular tourist spots in Tokyo?
If it is Yes, why don’t you go and visit Yanaka district with us?
You will experience the good old days of Tokyo. In Yanaka, there are some traditional wooden houses which survived the air laid during WW2. Some of these old houses are renovated into a nice cafe, restaurant, bar and so on. These houses always welcome visitors with their peaceful atmosphere. You will also visit the most beautiful shrine called “Nezu shrine” which has many red Trii gates lined up, gorgeous golden sculptures and a wonderful Japanese garden with a pond. In spring, brilliant azalea flowers are in full bloom. On the way, you will walk on backstreets in the residential area and explore in a huge cemetery and a local shopping street with full of Japanese snacks and sweets l called “Yanaka Ginza shopping street”. You will also glance at Japanese everyday lives.
Location
Nippori Station
JR Nippori station North Ticket Gate (Outside the ticket gate next to “NewDays” convenience store)
Please do not be late. Our guide cannot make other guests to wait long for the late guests.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(190 Ratings)
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Cathrynv2023
Jun 22, 2024
A very relaxed and informative walk around this historic area. - Mei was delightful, friendly, relaxed and informative as our guide. A very good walk around this historical and more local area, with interesting insights into history, the people and culture. Handy tips, too, on where to eat and drink in the area.
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164margies
Jun 22, 2024
Discovering hidden gems - A great introduction to the Old Quarter of Tokyo. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the area. She shared hidden gems in the area that I would never have discovered without the tour. A really enjoyable and engaging morning. Thank you.
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Niall
Jun 14, 2024
Welcoming and informative tour - Our tour guide May was very friendly and gave us a delightfully informative tour. We were shown some out-of-the- way locations we would never have found ourselves. A lovely way to spend a few hours.
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X5927pqlevim
Jun 14, 2024
A great way to experience old Tokyo. - Amazing walking tour through Yanaka. Junko is a great guide and is very knowledgeable about the area. Yanaka is so picturesque and serene, Junko took us to some great spots.
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Clive_g
Jun 13, 2024
Memorable experience - This was one of our best experiences in Tokyo. The tour was very interesting and enjoyable. Our guide, Kio, was really lovely and knowledgeable. We had the opportunity to learn about Japanese, history and culture with a local and to walk through back streets, as well as visiting many lovely shrines. Highly recommend this tour.
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William_d
Jun 11, 2024
Well coordinated and prepared, the tour takes everything into account - The tour guides knowledge and enthusiasm was most impressive. She took into account the tourists comfort too a valid concern considering the hot humid weather.
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Experience767058
Jun 11, 2024
Peaceful walk through the neighborhood - We were guided with ease by our lovely guide, who was very informative and engaging. She was very good at simply explaining the different traditions in Japan to us. We stopped at a guesthouse which was a nice experience of the community feel in the neighborhood. She made sure we were getting adequate shade, water and regular breaks too.
Would recommend 😊
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Louise_c
Jun 10, 2024
Great tour! - It was great to see the older neighborhoods of Tokyo that I wouldn’t have seen on my own. Our guide Kiyo was amazing. A wealth of knowledge. I’d recommend this tour to anyone!
Thank you Kiyo!
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James_c
Jun 16, 2024
Yanaka walking tour - Enjoyed visiting the shrines, temples, and old style Japanese houses. It is a nice contrast to the built up inner city buildings & crowds.
Tour guide was very informative, helpful and pleasant.
The pickup point was easy to get to & your started & ended to schedule
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Anwaar_m
Jun 9, 2024
A good hike of old Tokyo landmarks. - Interesting cultural and history aspect.
If the late Ieyasu Tokugawa was buried here, any photos or memorial? Can connect the link to his seat in power in Kyoto, or link to hie Tokugawa shrine in Nikko?
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