You will visit three historical sites in Tokyo; Meiji Jingu Shinto Shrine, one of the most prestigious shrines in Japan, Senso-ji Buddhist Temple, the oldest and the largest temple in Tokyo, and the Imperial Palace, where the Emperor and Empress residence. You will learn about the differences between Japan's two major religions, Shinto and Buddhism, and various other topics related to shrines and temples. You will enjoy watching a beatutiful garden (East Garden of the Imperial Palace).
At your hotel lobby in Tokyo
Meiji Jingu Shrine is one of the most prestigious Shinto Shrines in Japan. It was built in 1920 after the death of Emperor Meiji to commemorate him. This shrine is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his wife Empress Shoken. Meiji Jingu Shrine is located in a beautiful forest in the middle of Tokyo. You are able to enjoy walking through the beautiful forest to the mail hall of the shine.
Please feel free to ask me about lunch, since I know a lot of good atmosphere & reasonable price restaurants aroung Harajyuku district.
Imperial Palace and East Garden (residence of the Imperial Family, former site of Edo castle, and a beautiful park) *admission free
Senso-ji Buddhist Temple is located in Asakusa area. Senso-ji Temple is the oldest and largest temple in Tokyo. It was originally founded in 628. Kaminarimon, or "Thunder Gate", the main gate of the temple is very famous as a landmark of Asakusa for its huge red lantern. There are about 90 souvenir shops along the Nakamise, the 250 meters approach form the Kaminarimon to the inner Hozo-mon gate. You are able to buy every type of souvenir covered by tourists from overseas. We will walk around Asakusa district and enjoy watching a lot of shops, restaurants, and traditional Japanese izakaya/bars there. You are able to see Tokyo Skytree from Senso-ji Temple!
End of the tour
At your hotel or around the end of the tour's site
☆Guide fee
☆Hotel pick-up
☆Transportation fee (you and a guide)
☆Lunch (you and a guide)
Please see the calendar for availability.
☆What's included:
Guide fee
Hotel Pick-up
☆What's not included:
Transportation fee (You and Guide)
Lunch fee (You and guide)
Our family of 5 (3 kids aged 12, 15 and 17) adored our 2.5 days with Shinya. He was highly knowledgeable, kind, patient, easy to get along with and a pleasure to learn from. We could not recommend him more and plan to let our friends back home know that he is an ideal guide if ever in Tokyo!
Candace, Thank you so much for your review. I could not be more pleased with this excellent review. It was very good for me to know you and your family. I look forward to seeing you and your family again in Japan or in the U.S.A.!
Our tour with Shinya was great from start to finish. He made superb choices in what buildings to show us. I addition to famous landmarks, he covered some of his personal favorites. He has a deep love for the city and knowledge about it that was reflected in the tour. It was an excellent introduction to the city. We also appreciated that he communicated with us frequently about the pace and asked for our input.
Dear Beryl, Thank you so much for writing the review. I am so glad to hear that you liked my preference architectures, which I chose!! I am glad you enjoyed my tour!! Thanks to you, I also enjoyed taking with all of you. See you soon again in Japan. Shinya
Shinya, took 10 of us all around akihabara area for 4 hours and not once did we have any issues. He was very knowledgeable, courteous, and even gave recommendations for other places in Japan to visit. Will eventually use his tour again when we return to Japan
Dear Milagros, Thank you so much for your review. I am very glad to hear that you and your friends enjoyed the tour, it rained, though. I look forward to seeing you again soon in Japan! Shinya
Shinya showed us the best shops and restaurants to navigate Akihabara. Even took us to a specialty shop to match our interests.
Dear Jonah, Thank you so much for the review! I am so glad that you satisfied with my tour; Akihabara Walking Tour, it was a very short tour, though. Please stay safe and enjoy your trip in Japan!! See you again soon. Best regards, Shinya