10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Taito That You Shouldn't Miss

Tokyo is so big and diverse that it is difficult to go around on your own. Your time is limited, but if you want see it all, this is the perfect way to see the city. Explore the highlights of Tokyo on this 8-hour small-group tour by minivan. It combines a bus tour with short walks with professional and friendly English speaking guide. Visit Tokyo’s top attractions such as Tsukiji Fish Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing in just 8 hours. A knowledgeable local guide will help make your day in Tokyo easy, safe and fun.

Inclusions: Professional and friendly guide, Transportation by minivan in the tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food(lunch, snack)

Get the most out of Asakusa on a deep yet relaxed 3.5-hour walking tour of this historic township at the heart of Tokyo. See the 1400-year-old Sensoji temple and learn its secrets from your knowledgeable and hospitable guide. Participate in charming rituals as you explore the expansive temple grounds, including the iconic Kaminarimon gate with its giant red lantern, and the bustling market street of Nakamise-dori. Finally, discover the colorful Rokku district to the temple's west. Your experience also includes Japanese sweet snacks. Feel free to try your luck with a fortune-telling paper from Sensoji temple. Our tours are limited to 8 guests to ensure a personalized experience so you can be you: curious, spontaneous, and always hungry for more! Our guides bring you the best of both worlds in tourism: local knowledge, genuine friendliness only natives can bring, and an expertise earned through additional training on top of their official national tour guide certification.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide, Selection of Japanese sweet snacks (e.g. melon pan, rice dumpling, rice cracker, sweet puffed rice)., Snacks, Gratuities (Guides will not accept them)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, except those specified

We bet you can’t wait to start exploring Tokyo as a family, but we know you might also be wondering where to eat and what activities the entire family can enjoy together. Join one of our hosts to explore the city, seeing weird and wacky things like wildly out-there cosplay costumes in the streets of Harajuku, the kawaii culture of cat cafes (but there are hedgehog cafes now too!) or VR gaming in a futuristic neighborhood. Try local street food, slurp ramen, try rainbow colored treats at an Alice in Wonderland Cafe, or head to a conveyor belt sushi. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You'll also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 4 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Try local food and explore the nostalgic streets of Yanesen. Yanesen stretches out over two wards; Bunkyoku and Taitoku, and is the generic name of the three old shopping streets; Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi, of this area. In this tour, we will taste the usual Japanese meals such as croquettes, which are very popular among the locals, and onigiri, a traditional Japanese meal. You will also be able to enjoy Japanese food culture in one area. Other than the cuisine, you will also be introduced to traditional shops that sells Japanese accessories, a hand puppet show with elaborate and expressive puppets, and a shrine with a tunnel of vibrant red torii gates. Live like the locals for a day in Yanesen!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

With a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide, this short but value-packed trip is a fantastic way of experiencing Asakusa! Our nationally-licensed and English-speaking guide will meet you at Kaminarimon Gate, the outermost gate of Tokyo's oldest temple, Senso-ji. The giant red lantern directly in front of the gate is a symbol of the area and makes for a must-take photo opportunity. Other points of interest include the nearby Asakusa Shrine, one of only two buildings in the area to survive WWII and designated as an Important Cultural Property. Learn about Japan's history and culture up close! Your expert guide will introduce you to the background of Japan that most tourists do not get to see during this short but value-packed trip, ideal for time-conscious travelers. Note*1: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions:

***The tour time below is Japan Standard Time.*** ✅A great birthday/ surprise gift for anyone who likes Japan *If you can't find the convenient time slot, please send me a request. * This is an online interactive experience so please take off your mask and turn on your camera and microphone! :) After introducing ourselves to each other, we will start exploring Tokyo together. I will show you the popular landmarks, food, culture, and some tips to enjoy the city like locals by using pre-recorded videos, photos, and some quizzes along the way. Tokyo is a big city. Let's grasp the lay of the land, what Tokyo has to offer, and get ready for your future trip to Tokyo(physical one!). Places we cover are; Tsukiji and Toyosu market, Meiji shrine, Senso-ji temple, Harajuku, Shinjuku and Shibuya area. *We will start the tour on time so please make sure not to be late. * *If you do not show up on the tour time, we will not reschedule and refund you.

Inclusions: Explanation about Tokyo city, Tokyo consulting service, English speaking online guide, Q & A session about Tokyo and Japan

Exclusions: Real guide

Tokyo Private Tour. Learn all about the city's culture and history with a knowledgeable local guide on a private Tokyo tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Transportation to/from attractions (avg. JPY1.500/pers./day)

**** Tokyo Flowering season are coming! Feb ~ Mar : Plum Mar ~ Apr : Sakura, cherry blossoms! See the color beauty and smell it's scent in 3 hours E-bike Tokyo bike tour in English. • Route designed by Takashi NIWA, certificated professional bicycle tour guide since 2002. *** AM tour --- for the Tokyo First timers (9am-12pm) Explore Tokyo’s must see spots and know Tokyo local life. Electric OTAKU town "Akihabara", world famous "Asakusa", the SUMO area "Ryogoku" , local energetic "Ningyocho", "Marunouchi" & the Tokyo station *** PM tour --- into the Unknown Local scenic (1:30pm-4:30pm)   Say hello to locals by connecting historical areas: the Tokyo station, story of "Imperial Palace", most expensive "Ginza", fish market "Tsukiji", historical area "Tsukuda", "Nihonbashi" to "Kanda". ***Private tours: Arrangements available for 3 hours. Maximum 6 persons per guide. Let us know your requests by mail

Inclusions: Rental E-bike, Rental Helmet, Guide, Insurance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Rain gear

You couldn't possibly see all of Tokyo’s must-sees in one day but you can see what you think is unmissable. Get lost amongst the madness of Shibuya Crossing, feast on sushi at the top of a skyscraper, take in the views from the top of the Tokyo Skytree or pay your respects at Sensō-ji. Feeling peckish? There are dozens of noodle outlets and sushi dens. Just tell us what you’re into and we’ll do our best to make it happen. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Inclusions: 8 hour Private and personalised experience, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Exploring a new city can be daunting but with one of our hosts by your side you will soon feel at home. Tokyo has so much to offer but how can you discover it when you can’t read the street names and you’re not sure how the subway works? Never fear! Your host is here to help you feel at ease. Once you’ve found your feet, you’ll be ready to step out on your own and navigate the sprawling metropolis like a savvy local. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities