• Asakusa - Asakusa (浅草) is the heart of Tokyo’s shitamachi, or “low city,” a district where the nostalgic atmosphere of Tokyo from past decades is preserved.

The main attraction in Asakusa is Sensoji, a highly popular Buddhist temple established in the 7th century. Visitors approach the temple via Nakamise, a shopping street that has been offering a variety of traditional local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries.

• Imperial Palace - The current Imperial Palace is situated on the former site of Edo Castle, a vast park area encircled by moats and massive stone walls in central Tokyo, just a short walk from Tokyo Station. It serves as the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family.

Edo Castle was once the seat of the Tokugawa shogun, who ruled Japan from 1603 to 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the capital and imperial residence were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. The construction of a new Imperial Palace was completed in 1888. The palace was destroyed during World War Two but was rebuilt in the same style afterward.

• Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden - Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑) is one of Tokyo’s largest and most popular parks. Located a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the park’s expansive lawns, winding walking paths, and serene scenery offer a peaceful escape from the bustling urban center nearby. In spring, Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to view cherry blossoms.
• Shibuya Crossing - Known as the busiest crossing in the world, Shibuya Scramble is a marvel of modern urban life. Visitors can also see the famous Hachiko dog statue here!
• Tsukiji Fish Market - Discover the historic fish market in Tokyo! Tsukiji Fish Market is Japan’s “Food Town,” where visitors can experience a wide variety of traditional Japanese foods. The streets are lined with a mix of wholesale and retail shops, as well as numerous restaurants, where new culinary trends are born.
• Meiji Jingu Shrine - Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located next to the busy Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park form a large forested area within the densely built city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths perfect for a leisurely stroll.

The shrine was completed and dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the emperor’s passing and six years after the empress’s passing. The shrine was destroyed during World War Two but was rebuilt shortly thereafter.

• Akihabara - Akihabara (秋葉原), also known as Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo renowned for its numerous electronics shops. In recent years, Akihabara has also become recognized as the center of Japan’s otaku (enthusiast) culture, with many shops and establishments dedicated to anime and manga now interspersed among the electronic stores. On Sundays, Chuo Dori, the district’s main street, is closed to car traffic from 13:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 from October through March).
• Koishikawa Korakuen Garden - Koishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園, Koishikawa Kōrakuen) is one of Tokyo’s oldest and finest Japanese gardens. It was constructed in the early Edo Period (1600-1867) at the Tokyo residence of the Mito branch of the ruling Tokugawa family. Like its counterpart in Okayama, the garden was named Korakuen after a poem encouraging a ruler to enjoy pleasure only after ensuring the happiness of his people. Koishikawa is the district where the garden is located.
• Hama Rikyu Gardens - Hama Rikyu (浜離宮, Hama Rikyū) is a large, beautiful landscape garden in central Tokyo. Situated alongside Tokyo Bay, Hama Rikyu features seawater ponds that change level with the tides and a teahouse on an island where visitors can relax and enjoy the scenery. The traditionally styled garden stands in stark contrast to the skyscrapers of the nearby Shiodome district.
• Tokyo National Museum - The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan’s top-level national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum, and the Kyushu National Museum. It was initially established in 1972 at Yushima Seido Shrine and moved to its current location in Ueno Park a few years later.

The Tokyo National Museum boasts one of the largest and finest collections of art and archaeological artifacts in Japan, comprising over 110,000 individual items, including nearly a hundred national treasures. At any given time, about 4,000 different items from the permanent museum collection are on display. Additionally, temporary exhibitions are regularly held. Excellent English information and audio guides are available.

• 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 vibrant and popular temples.

Legend has it that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida River. Despite returning the statue to the river, it always came back to them. As a result, Sensoji was built nearby for the goddess Kannon. The temple was completed in 645, making it Tokyo’s oldest temple.

• Rikugien Garden - Rikugien (六義園) is often regarded as Tokyo’s most beautiful Japanese landscape garden, alongside Koishikawa Korakuen. Constructed around 1700 for the 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Rikugien literally means “six poems garden” and recreates in miniature 88 scenes from famous poems. The garden is an excellent example of an Edo Period strolling garden, featuring a large central pond surrounded by manmade hills and forested areas, all connected by a network of trails.
• Takeshita Street - Harajuku (原宿) refers to the area around Tokyo’s Harajuku Station, situated between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the epicenter of Japan’s most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historical sights.

The focal point of Harajuku’s teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined with numerous trendy shops, fashion boutiques, used clothing stores, crepe stands, and fast food outlets catering to fashion and trend-conscious teens.

• Odaiba District - Odaiba (お台場) is a popular shopping and entertainment district on a man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It originated as a series of small man-made fort islands (daiba literally means “fort”), constructed towards the end of the Edo Period (1603-1868) to protect Tokyo from potential sea attacks, specifically in response to Commodore Perry’s gunboat diplomacy.

More than a century later, the small islands were merged into larger islands through massive landfills, and Tokyo embarked on a spectacular development project to transform the islands into a futuristic residential and business district during the extravagant 1980s. However, development slowed significantly after the “bubble economy” burst in the early 1990s, leaving Odaiba nearly vacant.

• Shibamata - Shibamata (柴又) is a neighborhood on the eastern edge of Tokyo, not far from the Edogawa River, which serves as the natural border between Tokyo and Chiba Prefecture. The town retains its nostalgic charm from days gone by and offers a perfect escape from modern Tokyo. One of the main attractions is the Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, located not far from the station.
• Nezu - Having miraculously avoided major damage during world wars and natural disasters, Yanaka and Nezu—two neighborhoods that make up shitamachi, Tokyo’s old downtown—retain their last-century charm. Visitors will find historical sites such as Yanaka Cemetery and Nezu Shrine tucked away among shitamachi’s narrow back alleys, traditional wooden houses, izakaya pubs, atmospheric coffee shops, and retro stores selling old-style sweets and snacks. Here, one can step back in time to a slower-paced, more genteel Tokyo.
• Tokyo Tower - The retro-chic version of Tokyo Skytree! This vermillion tower has been a symbol of Tokyo for generations and can be seen in the background of many famous animes!
• Kabukicho - Golden Gai is said to have originated around 1950 when the black market that had emerged in front of Shinjuku Station relocated, and a number of eating and drinking establishments set up shop in this new area. Although Shinjuku has undergone significant modernization since then, Golden Gai has remained largely unchanged.

The alley is narrow and crowded with countless signs advertising the various establishments that line the way. Many of the buildings are made of wood, remnants from the Showa Era. Most measure only around thirteen square meters (one hundred forty-two square feet). It’s a dim, lively place filled with the aromatic smoke of grilling meats. Despite the nearly endless number of sleek new restaurants available in Shinjuku, this little alley continues to attract foreign tourists. Golden Gai is a popular “un-touristy” tourist spot.

• Yoyogi Park - Yoyogi Park (代々木公園, Yoyogi Kōen) is one of Tokyo’s largest city parks, featuring expansive lawns, ponds, and forested areas. It is an excellent place for jogging, picnicking, and other outdoor activities.

Although Yoyogi Park has relatively few cherry trees compared to other sites in Tokyo, it offers a pleasant cherry blossom viewing spot in spring. Additionally, it is known for its ginkgo tree forest, which turns a brilliant golden color in autumn.

• Tokyo - Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class: Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class was established to offer cooking classes for foreign tourists visiting Japan, with the aim of sharing the wonderful Japanese food culture with people worldwide.

Inari sushi is a type of sushi where rice is wrapped in sweet, marinated tofu pockets called aburaage. These tofu pockets are typically deep-fried and then simmered in a sweet soy-based marinade, giving them a savory-sweet flavor. Once prepared, the tofu pockets are filled with sushi rice, often seasoned with vinegar, sugar, and salt.
Participants can learn about Japanese food and culture and more through this cooking class!

• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
• Inari sushi making experience
• Customizable Tour 2-3 sights
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

• Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Private Vehicle
• You cannot combine multiple tour groups
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect

This 6-hour walking tour features a 2-hour Inari sushi-making session at Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class. Prior to the sushi-making experience, participants will enjoy a walking tour led by our licensed guide! After a 4-hour walking tour, the guide will escort you to Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class.

During the Inari sushi-making session, participants will learn to prepare Inari sushi, a traditional Japanese delicacy. Inari sushi consists of fried tofu skin cooked in sweet dashi and filled with vinegared rice, a dish enjoyed since the Edo period (approximately 400 years ago)!

Participants can personalize their tour by coordinating directly with the guide after booking. Please design your itinerary by selecting 2 to 3 locations from the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

Start time: The start time for the experience may vary.

A minimum of 4 people is required per booking.

• Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. Minimum number of people required for per booking is 4 people
• ・Allergies - Flour, Soy beans, Gluten, Egg
• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
• Tour dates can be changed up to 2 days before the tour. Any tour date change may result in a change of tour guide or tour unavailability.

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