Things to do in Marunouchi, 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

Nihonbashi became the castle town of the Edo period, which opened in the early 17th century as a shopping district. In the late 19th century, Tokyo became the capital city, and from that time onwards, Japan adopted Western culture and technology to modernize. Today, the city is undergoing redevelopment and has been transformed into a fashionable and traditional shopping district where you can experience something new every time you visit. On this tour, you will learn about the changes in people's lives and Japan's ongoing economic development. Get a taste of the history of Tokyo's development in a city of commerce that mixes the new and the old culture!

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

Enjoy a tour in the heart of Edo (one of the former names of Tokyo) The Imperial Palace has been located in the center of the great metropolice since the Edo (1603-1868) period. You may have seen photos of its exterior; the moat, bridges, stone walls and gates, but did you know that you could go inside, too? In this tour, you will visit the art gallery with displays of Japanese art and craft, the ruins of the Edo Castle and a beautiful park full of greenery, all within the grounds of the palace. You can also enjoy the views of the contrast between the modern Marunouchi office buildings and the traditional and historic grounds of the Imperial Palace. Learn about the history behind all the locations you visit at the Imperieal Palace and its surrounding area.

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

See the real Japan and experience its culture beyond the typical tourist sites. You'll walk through busy streets, ride the bullet train, and enjoy local foods. Each tour is customized to fit the preferences of the group.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner

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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.

Private Customized Walking Tours combine Tokyo’s must-see sights with hidden gems. Morning, afternoon and evening start times available. Choose your tour length; 4 to 8 hours. Our ethos is ‘like-a-local’. This is a culturally immersive walking tour, meaning that you will travel around Tokyo on foot and using the excellent public transport system….like a local! Throughout the tour you will learn about Japan’s culture, customs, history and local way of life. Feeling hungry? We’ll get you eating like a local too! Your tour is flexible and will be paced to your speed and requirements. Specialist topics of interests can all be covered; architecture, religion, politics, street art, general history, WW2 history, food, instagramable highlights, pop/movie/anime culture. Ideal for people with limited time, or those who want a comprehensive overview of Tokyo prior to exploring further on their own. Simply indicate your interests and enjoy an itinerary specific to you.

Inclusions: Hotel meet-up and drop-off, Professional guide, Children aged 11 years and under are free of charge - just tell us they are coming!

Exclusions: Public transportation (subway) costs are excluded. You will need to purchase a travel pass., Food and drinks, Please note that tours with hotel pick-ups, are still walking tours. Travel is on the subway

Long layovers are no fun, especially when there's a beautiful city out there ready to be discovered. If you are in Tokyo waiting for your next travel adventure and have some time to spare, why not spend it outside exploring the city? Let a local show you their city in a layover tour. With a convenient pickup and drop off, you'll enjoy the best of Tokyo and will be back in time for your next destination. From incredible sights like the Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's Oldest Temple to the vibrant Ginza District, and the traditional Meiji Jingu shrine, your local host can create a personalized itinerary taking into consideration your preferences and time availability. Believe it, your local host knows exactly how to make just a few hours count!

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Local Matcha Flavoured Cake

Exclusions: Transport costs, Food and beverages not mentioned as inclusions

In this tour, we will visit Tokyo Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station, two of Tokyo's finest and classic locations. They are engrained into Japanese culture and history, which is why you should know more about these two if you are interested in Japan! You'll get insider travelling tips at each location, illustrated with images, videos and 360-degree photos, that will help you on your next trip to Japan! This virtual tour will be very interactive. We have many quizzes about Japanese culture and would love to hear what you want to know or visit in Japan! Your guide will answer your questions during the tour and give you some recommendations, so sit down, relax and have some questions ready as you join us in this virtual social walking tour! ＊All times specified are in Japan Standard Time(GMT +9:00). Please check your time zone＊

Inclusions: 1 hour+ with a local guide

Exclusions: Equipment and internet connection, All Fees and Taxes

On this tour, spend a full-day in Nagano exploring the city and enjoying what this quaint town has to offer. Your English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nagano Train Station at 8:45 AM. You will either take public transportation (train and bus) or private chartered vehicle around town based on your booking. Immerse yourself in the city's culture and visit major Nagano attractions such as Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, the famous Zenkoji Temple, Chikuma River, Obuse Town, and relax in a traditional onsen/ hot spring (optional).

Inclusions: Private tour with English-speaking (or other available language) tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels within Central Nagano only), Transportation within Nagano City , Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Onsen (hot spring) fee: 700 JPY per person, Other optional activities for guests .