Tokyo
Stranger than fiction; Tokyo's weirdest places
Hidden Gems • 4 hours
5.0
(10)
Stranger than fiction; Tokyo's weirdest places
From unconventional themed cafes to bizarre shops, discover some of the weird, wacky, and wonderful places in Tokyo you never knew existed
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Join your host and discover some of the weird, wacky and wonderful places in Tokyo you never knew existed!
- Explore a district famous for anime, manga and cosplay culture
- Visit a totally unique pet cafes or experience one of Tokyo’s famous maid cafes
- Explore Piss Alley - a historic lane packed with tiny bars where you can eat some unusual dishes and drink local sake and beer
- Ask your host about niche Japanese sub-cultures, and visit the places where you can experience them
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private & personalized itinerary
4 hours in the city with a host
1 drink + a light meal in a Cafe
Walking experience
What’s not included
Food & drinks (other than the ones included above)
Cover charges to additional venues (other than the one included above)
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
NewDays Harajuku - The host will wait in front of the store, located inside JR Harajuku Station.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Discover the quirky underbelly of Tokyo, following your host to bizarre places that only a local insider could reveal to you. Why not sample strange foods in Omoide Yokocho or explore one of the city's quirky cafes like no other?
You could be treated like royalty at a maid (or even a butler) cafe, buy quirky gifts in the Alice in Wonderland shop or a 100 yen store, or discover some very underground anime subcultures with your host to tell you all about it.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
Kanpai from the coziest izakaya
A peaceful moment at Kanda Shrine
Flying high for Children's Day!
New friendships over late-night ramen
Shared plates, shared smiles
Takeshita Street, where quirky fashion, sweet treats, and pop culture collide
History meets gold at Ueno Toshogu Shrine
From navigating to sharing hidden stops
Press start on an Akihabara adventure!
Night out, Tokyo-style
Neon Nights, New Friends
Layover Magic at Tokyo Station
Quirky Café Moments
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What travelers think of this experience
Ralph
May 2025
Very well tailored to our preferences. Great language skills. Going the extra mile.
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Peter
Mar 2025
Our guide was just wonderful from picking us up at our hotel to taking us to an otter petting cafe Leon was all we could wish for in a guide. He was kind, considerate and generous with his time and knowledge.
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Cha-Chi
Dec 2024
Ack is knowledgeable about the city and took us to several nice view spots. We had fun going to stores that we are especially interested in and ended up going back by ourselves. He also sent us additional information on less known spots after the tour. Highly recommended!
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Monica
May 2024
Hiroko was amazing! We had the best experience. She was extremely informative, flexible and kind. 12 out of 10!
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Jan
Jan 2024
His knowledge of Toyko was fantastic and we covered a lot of ground. By the end of the two tours I felt we all had a lot more insight into Toyko plus we enjoyed all the food stops.
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Dominic
Jun 2023
(Translated by Google) A great guide with a lot of kindness and a must for traveling in Japan (Original) Un super guide avec beaucoup de gentillesse et un incontournable pour à voyager au japon
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