Gallery hopping in Tokyo Ginza-stylish architectures and hidden charms

Gallery hopping in Tokyo Ginza-stylish architectures and hidden charms

Don't you think it would be great if a local guide familiar with Tokyo makes a perfect itinerary that satisfies your interest? Wouldn't you like to know a bit more than what are written in your guide book? Would you like a cheerful and friendly guide who tells you history and background of each spot? If you say "yes", why not enjoy Tokyo sightseeing with me? What are you most interested in? History, culture, religion, custom, food, art, architecture, fashion, latest amusement, everyday life of Japanese, or all of them? I'll guide you according to your requests. I really feel happy when my guests fully enjoyed their stay in Japan. I'd like to help make your trip more memorable and enjoyable!

NOTE: It's a private tour, so you can change destinations flexibly; examples of other destinations are the Imperial East Garden, Shibuya, Roppongi, Odaiba, Yanaka, Sumida River cruise, Akihabara, Ueno, Ameyoko, Hukagawa (Hukagawa hudoudou, Kiyosumi garden, Hukagawa Edo museum) etc.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture

Senso-ji temple is a Buddhist temple having a graceful five-storied pagoda and the famous Kaminarimon gate with a huge red lantern. Nakamise shopping arcade in front of the temple is the best place to find Japanese souvenir.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Meiji Jingu Shrine, 1-1 Yoyogi Kamizonocho, Shibuya 151-0052 Tokyo Prefecture

A traditional Shinto shrine located in a tranquil forest. In the serine atmosphere, you'll see a magnificent Torii gate, sake barrels as offering to the god and beautiful halls. I'll explain about Shintoism: the main concept, the relation with the other important religion, Buddhism and how it works in everyday life in Japan today.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1, Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture

Harajuku is a fashion capital for Japanese teenagers. Especially Takeshita street, a quarter-mile alley starting from JR Harajuku station, has so many clothes and sweets shops enthusiastically supported by young people.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Omotesando, Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture

Sophisticated shopping area full of stylish architectures designed by world-leading architects. Lined with elm trees, it's so pleasant to stroll along the street appreciating beautiful buildings.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Tsukiji Jogai Market, 4-16-2 Tsukiji, Chuo 104-0045 Tokyo Prefecture

The famous Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market has gone. But Tsukiji "outer" market: complementary market of the wholesale market still exists and welcomes visitors. You'll see hundreds of small shops selling every kind of food or cooking utensils like Japanese knifes,potteries etc. There're also many casual restaurants, buffets, stalls selling Japanese food you can try while strolling. The biggest feature is the atmosphere of the good old-days. You'll also see many fish stores like ones that used to be in the old Tsukiji "wholesale" fish market.

NOTE: The Tsukiji "wholesale" market moved to Toyosu area in October 2018. In this tour you cannot see tuna auctions that are now held in Toyosu market.

Duration: 1 hour