What you'll do

You could begin your day at Sensō-ji, the oldest temple in Tokyo which dates back to 645 AD, then fast forward a few thousand years into the city’s temple of youth culture that’s just next door: the Harajuku neighborhood where the streets are a catwalk sub-cultures from kawaii to cosplay. After you’ve run the gauntlet over Shibuya Crossing, you could discover a quieter pace of life in a creative and artsy neighborhood like Sangenjaya, where Showa-period architecture is interspersed with vintage stores. Your host will help you discover their city’s dizzying contrasts - from ordering ramen on an iPad and eating it in your own personal booth to stumbling upon mysterious moss-covered shrines hidden between ultra-modern skyscrapers.

Sunrise to sunset: the ultimate Tokyo experience

Where you'll go

With a full day to explore, who knows where you might end up! You could explore Tokyo’s high-energy central districts like Shibuya, the iconic area that’s known for its dining, shopping and entertainment - and for never moving slower than 100mph. From here you could venture into Harajuku, a neighboring district that’s renowned for its cutting-edge street fashion - don’t miss Takeshita-Dori, a street that’s an explosion of wacky themed cafes, kawaii cute pop culture and crazy costumes. Or perhaps ask your host to take you further afield to discover a Tokyo that most visitors never see… Like Shimokitazawa, one of west Tokyo’s trendy neighborhoods that’s famous for its notorious live music scene, vinyl stores, and Antipodean coffee shops?

- Discover the real Tokyo as your local host reveals their city to you, as only a local could!
- Explore a few neighborhoods in the city, from iconic central hubs to far-flung local neighborhoods
- Discover unique aspects of Tokyo’s culture, from otaku culture to kawaii
- Whether you’re interested in ancient temples or ultra-modern shopping districts, your host will tailor an experience which suits your interests
- See a side of Tokyo that you never knew existed as you explore with a local insider
- From conveyor-belt sushi to eating ramen in your own private booth, try authentic local foods
- This experience will be personalized to you!
- What’s included
- Private and personalized experience
- 8 hours with a host
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
- Walking and public transport (if required, your host can suggest private taxi options)
- What’s not included
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
Your hotel/apartment or any other central location
Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund

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Full-Day Tour Of Tokyo

Sunrise to sunset: the ultimate Tokyo experience

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