Tokyo: Ginza Architecture Tour
ID: GYG68631-96727
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Country: Japan
Country: Japan
Duration: 03:00 hours
Description
Ginza, byword for luxury and elegance has gone through several urban planning movements from the shogun’s time in early 1600s. The architecture definitely helped to create the character of Ginza passing down its history.
You will start the tour from Tsukiji Hongwan-ji temple, a very unique building with an Indian style exterior and European church like interior. (Tsukiji is not only for the fish market!) Visit the newly built Kabuki theater (2013) next, which inherited the traditional style from past generations.
You then continue on to Nicolas G. Hayek Center, Maison Hermes, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, Mikimoto Ginza 2, the Okuno Building and finish up at the intersection of Ginza 4-chome where the Wako (SEIKO watch) building stands. You will also take a secret side trip to see the backstreet neighborhood to appreciate the different aspects of the area.
You will start the tour from Tsukiji Hongwan-ji temple, a very unique building with an Indian style exterior and European church like interior. (Tsukiji is not only for the fish market!) Visit the newly built Kabuki theater (2013) next, which inherited the traditional style from past generations.
You then continue on to Nicolas G. Hayek Center, Maison Hermes, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, Mikimoto Ginza 2, the Okuno Building and finish up at the intersection of Ginza 4-chome where the Wako (SEIKO watch) building stands. You will also take a secret side trip to see the backstreet neighborhood to appreciate the different aspects of the area.
Highlights
- See the famous architecture that you have always wanted to see along with the new inspiring works by emerging architects
- Admire the masterpiece from the Japanese Metabolism movement (proposals for a New Urbanism in 1960s to 70s)
- See well-balanced works from traditional to modern
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
In front of the main gate of Tsukiji Hongwan-ji temple. Get out of Exit 1 of Tsukiji station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya line), turn left and walk straight for less than a minute.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.