Things to do in Shibuya, Kanto: The Best Day Trips from

December 13, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Shibuya (渋谷区, Shibuya-ku) is a special ward in Tokyo, Japan. A major commercial and business centre, it houses the two busiest railway stations in the world, Shinjuku Station (southern half) and Shibuya Station.
Restaurants in Shibuya

1. Samurai Armor Dress Up Photo Experience in Tokyo

Japan, 〒150-0044 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Maruyamachō, 5−6 キングビル Samurai Armor Photo Studio
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Transform yourself into a samurai warrior in this 90-minute visit to a photo studio in Shibuya. Choose from seven different traditional samurai armor designs of various colors and styles, including those worn by such famous samurai as Date Masamune. Pose with a sword or spear when having your photographs taken by a professional photographer and take home digital copies of your favorite photos.

Inclusions: Samurai kacchu armor and helmet rental, Professional photographer, SD card with your photos stored in digital format

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Reviewed By squallvidarson

The team are awesome and deffinetle know what there doing and the photos we have are evidence. Highly recommend doing and very freindly. Very happy with what we got and can't say a bad thing about the whole experience!

2. Samurai photo shooting at Street in Shibuya

150-0044, Japan Samurai Armor Photo Studio
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Please become a samurai in a town of Shibuya. And, please walk the town of Shibuya in armor. You walk Dogenzaka and go until Shibuya Pedestrian Scramble and Shibuya Station and Hachi-ko. We photograph you while you become a samurai. You become a samurai for two hours and learn the history of the armor.

Inclusions: Choose your Armor, Wearing Kosode and Hakama, Wearing Armor and Helmet, Installing Katana and Tachi, Explanation of the different Armor types and historical background, Photo-Shooting in the studio (approx. 5 poses/100 shots), Photo-Shooting in streets of Shibuya (approx. 5 poses/50 shots), All photo data provided by SD Card

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Reviewed By YumYumMilk

One of my favorite experiences in Japan! The whole photoshoot is a lifetime memory. The hosts were very hospitable and I felt welcomed as a tourist in Tokyo. They explain the history of each armor set and then explain each item that was dressed on me. They take a lot of photos during the shoot and they all turned out awesome! I am very happy that I was able to do this during my trip. I hope they are doing well during these times of the COVID-19 and travel restrictions.

3. Tatemono-en (Edo-Tokyo Open air Architectural Museum) Tour

Showcase Tokyo Architecture tours
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Tokyo boast number of fantastic contemporary architecture. However, some of you may feel that they haven't seen much of the traditional buildings in the city. One of the reason many of those traditional buildings aren't seen in the city was from the history of Edo (old Tokyo) . Many historical buildings in Edo has been destroyed due to fires, floods, earthquakes and warfare. This Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum opened for the purpose of relocating, restoring, preserving and exhibiting buildings of great cultural value that cannot be preserved at their original sites and has made possible the passing down of these valuable cultural heritages to the next generation. From private homes to public bathhouse, there are so many fascinating buildings to look at. We are sure there will a lot of questions about Japanese life style, history and the stories behind the works coming up to your mind while strolling the museum, and we are to help you!

Inclusions: Private professional guide, hotel pick up

Exclusions: Entrance to Tatemono- en (Edo-Tokyo Open air Architectural Museum, food and drinks, Hotel drop-off, Transportation to/from attraction

Reviewed By noacidblanco

There's no building like the Nakagin Capsule Tower in the whole world, and sadly it's not clear how long is going to last. After years of admiring the building from the outside, I decided to discover the inside. I was so lucky that my guide Yuka was available for a visit on December 31st, it was a fantastic way for me to finish the strange year 2020. The history of the building is just fascinating, and listening to it while you inside make you understand a lot about the history of Tokyo and Japan itself. Architecturally and aesthetically, the building is just astonishing, so unique. I totally recommend the experience ... before it's too late. I keep my fingers crossed and hope that this magnificent piece of architecture gets the recognition it deserves because I truly believe Tokyo wouldn't be the same without it.

4. 1 Day Private Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Car/Van with “English Speaking Driver”

Ohayo Travel
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-What You Can Expect- Explore traditional Tokyo in a single day without the hassle of public transportation. Relax in a chartered car with private English speaking chauffeur and take the liberty to customize the default itinerary to best fit the needs of your group. Our private chauffeurs are knowledgeable, friendly, flexible and English speaking general guides will help create unforgettable travel experiences in Tokyo. Tokyo has a lot of charms due to a mixture of current and historical cultures with most famous and photographed landmarks such as Meiji Jingu Shrine, Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Sensoji Temple, Skytree, Akihabara, Ueno, Shinjuku, Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue and Tsukiji Market. -Highlights- . Private Chartered Car/Van . Hotel pickup and drop-off provided inside 23 wards Tokyo . English Speaking Driver . Flexible Itinerary

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Parking Fee, Highway Tolls, Modern and Clean Vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By F3672BTkarenw

We booked a day trip in Nikko with Ohayo Travel and highly recommend it. It was really convenient to have a private car and we managed to see many sights as a result. The tour guide/ driver was polite and punctual, and gave us good suggestions at each spot to enhance our experience.

5. Private Custom Tour: Tokyo in a Day

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This is a fully customized private tour, either 8 hour full day tour or 4 hour half day tour. We will create your tour based on your interests and of course we will give you some suggestions. You will experience the best of Tokyo on foot or by car. See Tokyo highlights, from shrines and museums to the world’s largest fish market - Tsukiji Market, or explore distinct neighborhood shops, and sample Japanese cuisine.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if by private vehicle), Meet-and-greet service at hotel (if by public transport), Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle (if by private vehicle), Transportation fares (if by public transport), Lunch (full-day option only), Snacks

Exclusions: Fees for optional tours, activities and lessons, Gratuities

Reviewed By sarahcM8539YQ

The session with Noriko was great and I recommend it even if you are worried about virtual experience. I have done several virtual tours but this was the best one full of excellent information. Noriko answered all my questions had great food and sake information to deliver.

6. Private tour Tokyo - The Harmony of Modernity and Tradition

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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)

Reviewed By natbayer

My husband and I were at some point reluctant to go to Japan amid the virus outbreak. But we don't regret it. From organizing our trip to answering our demands, Yoko and Xavier have been there all the way. This has been an outstanding holiday. We have seen some magical sights.

7. Tokyo Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide

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Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your expepienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: 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: Licensed Local Guide, Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off

Exclusions: Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Other personal expenses, Private transportation

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

8. One Day Highlights Tour of Tokyo including Shibuya Sky Tickets

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Enjoy a guided tour of Japan's bustling capital city, Tokyo. In a small group of no more than 8, begin in Asakusa and see Senso-ji temple, Japanese gardens, and the famed shopping street of Nakamise. After lunch, head for colorful Shibuya, Harajuku and the serene Meiji-Jingu shrine. This tour is friendly for muslim, vegetarian, vegan, and the guests who have some food restrictions. Our guide will happy to arrange the restaurant based on your request. And if you are muslim, you can take praying time at the country's biggest mosque, Tokyo Camii at the end of the tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Train ticket, Hotel pick up & drop off, Tax

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Reviewed By lenorer9950

Tomomi, our tour guide was so well informed. Plus gave us great tips on other things to do & places to visit - great bonus!

9. Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo

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A guided private tour that will make your tour time and itinerary the way you want! You can choose from 4, 6, 8 and 10 hours for the tour. It will tour 4 hours (2 places of tourist attraction), 6 hours (4 places), 8 hours (6 places), 10 hours (8 places). You can choose from Tokyo's standard and popular attractions. Make it your own way! Destination list Tsukiji Outer Market,Senso-ji Temple,Tokyo Sky Tree, Ueno Zoo,Shibuya Scramble Crossing,Meiji Jingu Shrine,Tokyo tower,Shinjuku Gyoen,Owl Cafe,Hedgehog Cafe,Hamarikyu Garden,Imperial Palace. This is a private tour using public transport. You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the tourist sites (destinations)you want to visit. For details of the tour, you can look at the what to expect section and inclusions excursions section of this web page.

Inclusions: English speaking professional guide, Hotel pick up and drop off, Private tour

Exclusions: Public transportation to/from (customers), Admisson fee(customers and guides), Food and drinks

Reviewed By EkaterinaM919

We had excellent experience with Yoki on November 30th 2019 when we went to Nikko. First thing - Yoki is very organized. All trip was well planned and executed. He scheduled all public transport we were supposed to use and kept us on track. The selection of the lunch place he picked (Marple restaurant) was perfect. Food was delicious and the whole place was charming. Overall Nikko worth the entire day. So many things to see - breathtaking views, mountains, waterfall, ride on the rope way, Toshogu shrine (just stunning beauty), etc. It was our last day of Japan so i really enjoyed a good mix of beautiful nature scenes and historical places. Very recommended!

10. Private tour - All "Must-Sees"! Enjoy your First-Time Visit Tokyo!

Harajuku Station, 1 Chome-18 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan otomo travel
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The perfect tour for first-time visitors to Tokyo where you visit all the must-see sites in one day! Travel around Japan's capital, Tokyo, which has prospered as the center of economic, social, and cultural growth since the Edo era, 400 years ago. Tokyo is replete with fabulous sites. The imperial household stands where the Edo castle used to be; Tokyo is full of temples and shrines, fish markets, a radio tower and much more. A fun-filled plan with a variety of categories: history, culture, and food! The guide will take you around and provide interesting explanations. Just relax even if you're new to Tokyo. At the end of this tour, you will be just as familiar with Tokyo as the Japanese!

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

Reviewed By muhammadkamranalinak

Very good ???? experience I really enjoyed it fully fantastic I never forget it weather no pollution everything is perfect and appreciated.

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