Tokyo Old traditional town~Yanaka , Nezu & Ueno Sakuragi Tokyo : Old traditional town~Yanaka,Nezu&Ueno Sakuragi

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ID: GYG713845-1193805
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Country: Japan

Duration: 03:30 hours


Description

Stroll around the old traditional town of Tokyo.Eat and shop like the locals.Get to know the two main religions in Japan,the local Japanese culture and lifestyle. Cherry blossom viewing in springtime
Stroll around Tokyo old neighborhood areas ~ Yanaka , Nezu , Sendagi and Ueno Sakuragi with our tour guide who lives nearby this neighborhood .

Yanaka and Nezu area are known for its’ traditional old streets . Also well known as the Old Temple Town , you will see a lot of old traditional temples and cemeteries while we stroll around the town . This is one of the few areas that was spared from the World War II bombing . Explore very old small shops , which many are passed down through generations .

You can feel the local lifestyle in this old downtown and chat with our friendly local guide to get to know about the Japanese culture.
Get to know about Japanese two main religions in this traditional town.

This tour includes visit to the places below:
- Nezu Shrine-one of the oldest place of worship in Tokyo with its’ picturesque Torii-lined pathway
- Tennoji Temple-the oldest of the numerous temples in Yanaka area with its’ large, bronze, seated image of Buddha
- Yanaka Cemetery-one of the largest and most scenic cemetery in Tokyo . Many important figures are buried there
- Showa-period (1926–1989) houses that has been turned into shops
- Traditional townhouses built in the Taishō period (1912-1926)
- Yoshidaya Liquor Store-Meiji Period traditional Japanese sake liquor store . The shop closed down in 1986.
- Yanaka Ginza-shopping street with local street foods , desserts and souvenir shops
- Yuyake dandan-“sunset staircase” in Japanese, this is a photo stop spot where you should not miss when you come to Yanaka Ginza
- Hebimichi-“Snake Street” in Japanese , we will stroll along this residential area where you can see local old and new houses and shops and get to know more about the local lifestyle
- Enju-ji Temple-this is a rare temple that people come to pray for strong legs or recovery of the legs injury

Japan is well known for its vending machines. We will stop by one of the vending machine for drinks and our tour guide will show you all the various drinks available mainly sold only in Japan.We include one drink for every paying customer.

Note : The tour may end a little earlier or later than the tour duration . We believe every customer is different and we want you to enjoy your experience strolling and enjoying this charming old town of Tokyo .

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☆ Autumn season 2024 (around late November-early December) view with autumn leaves during the tour
★ Spring season 2025 (around end of March-early April 2025) Enjoy Hanami ~Sakura viewing (cherry blossom) during the tour
Note : Viewing seasons are prediction and subject to change based on the weather

Highlights

  • Let you feel how the olden days of Tokyo was like
  • Discover Japanese two main religions,Shintoism and Buddhism
  • Discover hidden gems in the quiet neighborhood with the locals
  • Choose one of your favorite drink for free from the many vending machines
  • 4-12years old 50% off - half price of adult price

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Prepare sufficient cash because many shops only accept cash
Some shops may be close during your day or time of visit . Many shops are close on Monday and Tuesday and some shops are open late from 11:00am onwards , but you can still enjoy your stroll .
There will be usage of staircases during the tour .
Please be punctual for your meeting time . This is a group guided tours and the tour guide will depart on time . Our company cannot contact the tour guide once the tour has departed to respect other customers who are joining the tour . There will be no refund if you are late and unable to join the tour .
The maximum number for the period between March 14th 2025 to April 15th 2025 is 10 persons in a group .
Meet at Nippori Station , West Exit (for Yanaka) The tour guide will wait at the waiting area after you come out to the West Exit (for Yanaka) . Please refer to the last 2 pictures
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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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.