Things to do in Ginza, Kanto: The Best Walking Tours

What’s the Story? Peering up in awe at monolithic steel and glass towers, one can’t help but feel small. Capture that feeling in your photographs, juxtaposing tiny human forms against cold and sterile structures. Contrast the artificial and man-made with the organic—hints of nature and human life surrounded by the Tokyo metropolis. What We’ll Shoot We will learn how to create compelling images of architectural elements and the people that populate the city’s concrete environs. You’ll be coached on using composition concepts like leading lines, negative space, and juxtaposition. We’ll practice using these techniques to convey a variety of narratives. Where We’ll Explore Our journey will begin in Shiodome—a district walled in with glass and steel skyscrapers. From here we will head to Ginza, famed for its broad avenues lined with intricate examples of avant-garde architecture. Afterward, we will end up in Yurakucho where we will explore the innards of the monolithic Tokyo International Forum.

Inclusions: Professional Photography Instructor

Exclusions: Bus fare, Gratuities

This is a three hour architecture walking tour in Ginza by a nationally licensed tour guide. As this is a private walking tour adjustable to guest's interests and knowledge of architecture, it will be an enjoyable experience for you even if you are not a professional in architecture. You will get to visit buildings with both traditional and contemporary architecture in the Ginza area including sites which are difficult to go to on your own. At the end of the tour, you will be a Ginza professional with numbers of artistic photos on your camera!

Inclusions: Private professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Visit Shinjuku, Harajuku, Shibuya, Akihabara, and Ginza in one day! Visit Tokyo, one of the largest cities in the world, which has prospered as the center of economic, social and cultural growth. Each area has unique features that attract tourists; Shinjuku is Japan's top entertainment district; Harajuku is a city for young people; Shibuya is an ever-changing city; Akihabara is an Otaku city; and Ginza is an upmarket city. In this tour, we will visit five popular areas around Tokyo. Use Tokyo's amazing transit system and visit many sightseeing spots with your private guide. Perfect Tokyo visit plan for those who want to utilize their time efficiently!

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, Train ticket fee

It would be easy to visit famous museums like MORI ART MUSEUM on your own, but how about small but nice art galleries hidden in a town? Actually so many galleries reside in Ginza approximately passing through Such galleries are really entertaining modern art works while appreciate stylish architectures on our way. Such galleries just want to nurture artists or introduce their works, so no admission fee is required. surprised to discover unexpected Ginza! If you like, I can also take you to shops selling Japanese pottery, cloisonne, swords, paper, stationary and so on, since Ginza offers almost everything you want! Let's enjoying exploring Ginza together! Note: Each gallery shown in the magazine can be closed irregularly between exhibitions. I select several galleries which are open on the day.

Inclusions: guide fee

Exclusions: Meals and drinks are not included., Private transportation

Join us on a 3-hour tour to enjoy Japanese sake, incredible cocktails and world-famous Japanese whisky paired with local dishes. Tokyo has an amazing nightlife culture. We will explore some of the most interesting spots, try local beverages and learn about the best rice wines then end our evening with cocktails that you will never forget. Hidden gem drinking holes, standing bars, craft beer, high-end cocktails and whisky: this is what you will experience thanks to our local and knowledgeable guide. This tour takes you to the heart of Tokyo’s historic after-work spots as well as to the center of city’s booming cocktail culture as we visit some of the best bars in the metropolis. Along the way, we’ll sample delicious libations, swap tales of the salaryman life and the infamous Ginza Bubble era. We will try some of the most creative spirits, and discover some of the best places to relax over handcrafted cocktails in Tokyo. This tour includes all your drinks and different food tastings!

Inclusions: 4 stops with sake, whisky and cocktail tastings included, local dishes, pairings, shared plates, bar snacks, Local English speaking guide

Exclusions: Hotel pick up not included (can be arranged for an additional charge) , Gratuity, Transportation costs, Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at guest expense)

This tour is a 101 Kabuki tour for people who have or will buy Kabuki-za theatre tickets. Unfortunately, there are no English subtitle devices available. However, we would like to provide detailed English-language summaries of the all performances in advance of you joining our tour. There are 3 different shows a day and talks are tailored for each show. The 9am talk is a great fit for the 11am show; likewise the 12:30pm for the 2:45pm show(Jan) or 2:50pm show (Feb.), 4pm for the 6pm show (Feb), 4:45pm for the 6:45pm show (Jan). Highlights of the performances and an overview of Kabuki history, performance style, actors etc in the talk will enhance your experience. English plot-summary handouts are also provided. Please note: the advanced tickets are not included in the tour fee. Guests are required to buy advanced tickets separately. Online ticket sales close currently but tickets are available by phone. English speaking staff available. If you need any help, please contact us.

Inclusions: -Japanese or western sweets -Guests may choose one drink from the menu. There are several kinds of Japanese tea (Matcha, sencha, hojicha etc.), coffee, tea etc., -Handouts including “notes on what to look out for in the show”, Actors’ profiles & Eglish synopses

Exclusions: Kabuki show ticket, English subtitle device rental, Hotel pickup service

Kabuki performances tend to be about 4 hours long and often involve long queues for one-act tickets, so before you go to all that effort, join this tour of the Kabuki-za Gallery and learn everything you need to know about Kabuki! The tour begins with a "What is Kabuki?" talk over Japanese tea and sweets at a tea shop with rooftop garden before exploring the Kabuki-za Gallery. Your guide, Kazui, will show you her precious 150 year old woodblock prints! At the gallery, you will be shown props and costumes used for the shows and enjoy short films of Kabuki performances. There are hands-on activities such as a chance to play the classical instruments. This will give you a wonderful experience if you are unable to attend a live performance. Taking photos and video is allowed. Finally, we will visit a special Kabuki souvenir and Japanese traditional craft shops! If you are interested in shopping for books in English or woodblock prints of Kabuki, please send your requests in advance.

Inclusions: Kabuki-za Gallery ticket, -Japanese or western sweets -Guests may choose one drink from the menu. There are several kinds of Japanese tea (Matcha, sencha, hojicha etc.), coffee, tea etc.

Exclusions: Kabuki show ticket

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Tokyo from a unique perspective! Get to know Tokyo on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Tokyo at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Meiji-Jingu Shrine, Ginza Crossing, Takeshita Street and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Small-group tour option available, 1 local drink/tasting, Transportation

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Food and beverages not listed as inclusions, Transportation costs

This 5.5 hours tour takes you on a journey through time, through food! Spanning three geographical districts of Tokyo and three periods of time this food tour covers the foundation of Japanese food and cooking (the Edo period), the most popular present-day foods in Japan and finishes in the future with some fusion twists on traditional flavours. Visit Nihonbashi, Ginza / Tokyo Station and Akihabara. Enjoy 14 Japanese food tastings. Come hungry!

Inclusions: Dashi. Katsuobushi. Kombu. Satsuma-age. Amazake. Imo Kenpi. Daifuku or Dorayaki. Pokemon Taiyaki. Matcha (green tea) bubble tea or ice-cream, Yakitori. Tempura Soba. Tamagoyaki. Fruits Sando, Lemon Sour (Japanese alcoholic drink)

Exclusions: The costs of transport used during the tour are payable by yourself. We take two short subway rides.

This 5.5 hours tour takes you on a journey through time, through food! Spanning three geographical districts of Tokyo and three periods of time this food tour covers the foundation of Japanese food and cooking (the Edo period), the most popular present-day foods in Japan and finishes in the future with some fusion twists on traditional flavours. Visit Nihonbashi, Ginza / Tokyo Station and Akihabara. Enjoy 14 Japanese food tastings. Come hungry! This is a private tour and only the people that you personally invite will be in attendance. Hotel pick-up is available - an extra hour is added to the tour to cover the travel time.

Inclusions: Dashi. Katsuobushi. Kombu. Satsuma-age. Amazake. Imo Kenpi. Daifuku or Dorayaki. Pokemon Taiyaki. Matcha (green tea) bubble tea or ice-cream, Yakitori. Tempura Soba. Tamagoyaki. Fruits Sando, Lemon Sour (Japanese alcoholic drink)

Exclusions: The costs of transport used during the tour are payable by yourself. We take two short subway rides.