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Private tour of ancient Tokyo: Asakusa, Ueno with local guide

By Go Japan Journey
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$263 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the nostalgic side of Tokyo on a private 6-hour walking tour with a Spanish-speaking guide. Explore traditional areas such as Asakusa, stroll along the Sumida River and walk the less busy streets of Ueno, Yanaka and Nezu, areas where you can still feel “Ancient Tokyo”.

We will travel like locals, using public transport and short walks, enjoying the real Japan. This tour is completely private and adapts to your pace and interests (history, temples and shrines, gardens, street food, shopping, photography, or whatever you want).

Meals, transport fees and entrance fees are not included, offering you the freedom to choose what to visit and eat based on your budget.

※40% of the regular price until March.

• Private tour: only your group
• Old Tokyo areas: Asakusa / Ueno / Yanaka / Nezu
• Subway and walking
• Flexible route, tailored to your interests and pace

Activity location

  • Asakusa
    • Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • AsakusaStation
    • 8 20
    • 111-0034, Taito City, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

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Journey in Spanish : 6hours
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 6 hours

Language options: English
Price details
AU$263.33 x 1 AdultAU$263.33
Total
Price is AU$263.33
Until Fri, 24 Apr
Travel in Spanish : 6hours
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • Spanish

Duration: 6 hours

Language options: Spanish
Price details
AU$263.33 x 1 AdultAU$263.33
Total
Price is AU$263.33
Until Fri, 24 Apr
Full Day in Spanish : 9hours
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 9 hours

Price details
AU$351.11 x 1 AdultAU$351.11
Total
Price is AU$351.11
Until Fri, 24 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Online support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meeting at the hotel within the 23 districts of Tokyo (if applicable)
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    Pre-tour planning through messages
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    Multilingual professional guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Public transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    You
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Other personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Admission fees (e.g. museums, gardens)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Asakusa

  • 20m
We can customise your itinerary according to your interests. If you have any specific requests, areas of interest or just want to live a classic Tokyo experience, feel free to contact us.

Kaminarimon Gate

  • 20m
Explore Tokyo’s oldest temple and immediately experience the atmosphere of historic Edo. Your guide will clearly explain the etiquette rules and the most important points of this highly photogenic place.

Asakusa Nakamise Koike

  • 20m
Enjoy sampling traditional snacks and shopping for souvenirs along this lively path from the Kaminarimon gate. Your guide will help you with shopping and ordering.

Sumida River

  • 20m
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Tokyo’s historic waterfront, which was once full of travellers in the Edo era. You can take wonderful photos of Tokyo Skytree while learning about local history.

Asakusa

  • 45m
Savour authentic local specialities such as TEMPURA, SOBA NOODLES and MONJA. Your guide will give you recommendations and tips to avoid long lines.

Tokyo National Museum

  • 20m
Gain a complete understanding of Japanese history through exhibits featuring national treasures. Even first-time visitors will enjoy carefully selected highlights. (Closed Mondays) Please inform us if you want to include this in your personalised itinerary. Optional : admission fee (you and guide).

Toshogu Shrine

  • 20m
Admire this splendid Tokugawa-related shrine that represents the authority and aesthetics of the Edo period. Its gold-decorated architecture offers perfect opportunities for photographs and interesting topics of conversation.

Yanaka

  • 20m
Experience the nostalgic charm of Tokyo on a shopping street famous for its traditional croquettes and sweets. Enjoy a warm and local atmosphere, full of friendly interactions. Please let us know if you want to include this in your personalised itinerary.

Nezu Shrine

  • 20m
Discover the tranquility and stunning red landscape of this serene sanctuary, ideal for those who want to experience authentic Japanese aesthetics away from the crowds. Please let us know if you want to include this in your personalised itinerary.

The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin)

  • 20m
Explore the heart of historic Castle Edo. Its impressive stone walls and moats clearly evoke the grandeur of Edo-era Tokyo. Please let us know if you want to include this in your personalised itinerary.

Location

Activity location

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    Asakusa
    • Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    AsakusaStation
    • 8 20
    • 111-0034, Taito City, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

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