Top 10 Cultural Tours in Shibuya, Kanto

May 21, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

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

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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.

2. Private Tour - Best Tokyo city tour! Visit the must-see trendy areas!

Akihabara Station, 1 Chome Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0028, Japan otomo travel
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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

Reviewed By muhammadkamranalinak

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

3. Private Tokyo Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

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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)

Reviewed By eugenius101

Kento is most definitely the perfect guide for late night adventures around Shinjuku. Highly personable with an enquiring mind and a lot of fun , I’m sooooo glad I stumbled into one of his tours . If a traveller wants to get to know the Golden Gai area , this is most definitely your man . The meal before was wonderful and somewhere I would never have discovered by myself - and cheap as ! This is the real thing , with a brilliant guide .

4. Driving Experience With Nissan Skyline GTR34 in Tokyo / Shibuya Crossing Course

1-chōme-11-12 Taihei, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0012, Japan TOKYO DRIFT
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Do you want to get the most of Tokyo in two hours? This activity allows you to ride your way through the city! Once you arrive at our shop, we'll check if you have the correct driving documents. You will be given a disclaimer form to read and sign. We'll then provide a safety briefing. Once all that is finished, we can head out straight away! You'll be following our experienced guide who will be leading the way around Tokyo. We provide Shibuya Crossing Course at nighttime here are the details below. Starting time 18:30 or 21:00 You'll leave our shop in Kinshicho and enter the highway via the Iriya Toll Gate. From there, drive to Shibuya and across the famous crossing which is particularly impressive at night. After that, you'll drive through Omotesando, Roppongi, Tokyo Tower (we will take a 10-minute break here), the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station, Ginza, Akihabara, Ueno, Asakusa and finally, Skytree Tower. The tour ends at our shop.

Inclusions: Gas, Insurance, Toll gate, Guided fee, Second driver, Passenger, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Adventure681877

Awesome experience! Thank u for opening your shop for my son! You gave him an experience he will never forget!!!!

5. [Virtual Tour] Tokyo Highlights

Tokyo, Japan Japan Wonder Travel
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***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

Reviewed By trxihbbt

This tour was so informative and fun, Yosshi was really friendly and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed learning about all the places that inspired the Ghibli films, and can't wait to add some of the spots to our itinerary when we're able to visit Japan! Thanks Yosshi!

6. Tokyo Wackiest & Weirdest Places Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private

Shinjuku Station, 3-chōme-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan City Unscripted Tokyo
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Allow your host to introduce you to the quirky underbelly of one of the world’s most wonderful and outlandish cities as you go to places like the Museum of Parasites (informative, and slightly crawly, we admit) or the crazy, committed cosplay districts like Akihabara. Head to a themed snake cafe where you can cuddle up to a slithery friend over coffee and if that's not for you there’s also hedgehog and owl cafes! Round off your time in Piss Alley which despite its misleading name, is actually a super eccentric alleyway home to many izakaya pubs! 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 & personalized itinerary, 4 hours in the city with a host, 2 beers, coffee or soft drinks, 3 tastings of unusual foods, 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 & drinks (other than the ones included above), Cover charges to additional venues (other than the one included above), Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By eugenius101

Kento is most definitely the perfect guide for late night adventures around Shinjuku. Highly personable with an enquiring mind and a lot of fun , I’m sooooo glad I stumbled into one of his tours . If a traveller wants to get to know the Golden Gai area , this is most definitely your man . The meal before was wonderful and somewhere I would never have discovered by myself - and cheap as ! This is the real thing , with a brilliant guide .

7. Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour

3-chōme-20-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan Bicycle Tours Tokyo
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Bike around Tokyo like a local as you explore the city’s highlights on this 6.5-hour/20miles(32km) tour. In a small group of no more than five, explore the city's bustling main streets, quiet backstreets, snaking alleys, and attractive hidden paths. Admire the Meiji-jingu shrine, Zōjō-ji temple, and Aoyama cemetery, as well as more modern landmarks including Roppongi Hills and the designer shops of Ginza. After a riverside lunch (own expense) conclude your tour at the top of a skyscraper.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Bike and helmet rental

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By witzelfamily

Our host was most thoughtful and knowledgable; he certainly knows Tokyo very well. I enjoyed everything about this tour.

8. 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.

9. Tokyo Private Chauffeur Driving Sightseeing Tour - English Speaking Driver

Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 2-chōme−22−19 南部坂アネックス Tokyo Grand Tours
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Enjoy a comprehensive completely private chauffeur driven tour around Tokyo tailored around your schedule, picked up from the comfort of your hotel. You can choose from one of our set itineraries or follow your own customised itinerary. You can pack as many amazing sights into your day as possible such as Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street to the famous Tsukiji Fish Market. Take a walk through the beautiful Imperial gardens, enjoy the magnificent views from Tokyo Tower or Skytree, stroll around the futuristic Odaiba and Shibuya crossing areas, or you can take your time and enjoy each and any destination in Tokyo in a schedule that suits you. We also offer other day packages to the Fuji area, Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone and Lake Ashi.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver (Will give all relevant information on each sight while in the car between destinations), Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Pocket Wifi

Exclusions: Walking Guide. (All relevant information on each sight is given while in car between destinations)

Reviewed By MargaretA33

At the end of a month long cruise to China and Japan, we had 1 full day in Tokyo to see as much as possible. Mr Oriol was our guide for the day. He was very knowledgeable, providing information about Tokyo's history, culture and sites to see. The day was quite flexible and at our own pace. There was no expectation that we would hurry through each destination. At some sites Mr Oriol accompanied us, at others he waited patiently for us to finish. He joined us for lunch and guided our choice from the menu. We were delighted with Tokyo Grand Tours and would highly recommend to anyone wanting a chauffeured personal tour of Tokyo. Guy readily communicated with us prior to our arrival in Tokyo and our 'pick-up' was problem free. Mr Oriol was always courteous and enthusiastic. Great value for money.

10. 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.

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