What you'll do

You’ll get to grips with Tokyo’s iconic central neighborhoods and dive into their unique culture along the way, from an anime overdose in pop-culture mad Akihabara, the wacky themed cafes of Shibuya or authentic Japanese cuisine in Shinjuku. You’ll have the inside line on the constantly evolving trends that define this city, and speaking of, once you’ve mastered the train lines, you’re really in business. From learning the tricks of how to effortlessly eat sushi or slurp ramen like a local to which neighborhoods you should visit during your trip, your host will spill their lifetime’s worth of Tokyo knowledge, so you spend the rest of your trip moving and grooving like a local too!

Kickstart Tokyo: a three-hour crash course

Where you’ll go

Need a crash course in navigating the organized chaos of Tokyo? Your local insider will lead you every step of the way, focussing on a compressed, bite-sized chunk of this throbbing metropolis. Learn how to turn the Tokyo Metro from a tricky tangle into a useful and efficient tool, opening you up to iconic locations like Shibuya’s crazy crossing, the Harajuku district’s cult fashion hubs, and the skyscrapers of Shinjuku. Get the lay of the land from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, or explore the maze of yokochos - alleyways - that fuel the city’s workforce with ramen noodles and okonomiyaki pancakes. Let your guide ease you into local customs, and pepper them with any questions you may have - it’s the perfect introduction to the city.

- Get to grips with Tokyo’s uber-efficient public transport systems, and navigate like a pro.
- See your preferred neighborhood’s most famous attractions, with inside knowledge from your host.
- Ask your host any and all questions you may have about Tokyo and its sights, tastes and sounds.
- Get acclimatized to the chaos with your local host right by your side all the way.
- Learn tips and tricks for authentic Tokyo living, and feel confident to tackle it on your own.
- This experience will be personalized to you!
- What’s included
- Private and personalized experience
- 3 hours with a host
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- 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

COVID-19 Flexible Policy: you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

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Kickstart Tokyo: a three-hour crash course

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