What to do and see in Minato, Kanto: The Best Cultural Tours

March 1, 2022 Madelene Haan

The Minato district of Toyko is home to a few excellent museums, including the Nezu Museum of antiques and the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum. Tokyo City View, an observation area on the 52nd floor of the Mori Tower, offers an amazing panoramic view of the entire metropolitan area.
Restaurants in Minato

1. Tokyo City Tour: Private Chauffeur Guide with Chartered Car

Tokyo Star Agency
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If you see salary-men (men in their suits) coming out from the skyscrapers, heading to have a couple of beers in local izakaya (Japanese bar restaurant) after-hours, you might feel like Deja Vu, which is very similar to the ones you've seen in the movie "Blade Runner". You are in for a local experience - a day to explore the diversity of Tokyo, from high tech to tradition, the contrast of the futuristic aspect to old school life all on this private car service with your private licensed guide. Please select the places you would like to visit or ask your guide to give you recommendation.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup/drop-off, Round-trip private transportation by air-conditioned minivan, Private guide (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean professional guides are available), One bottled water per person, DVD player in minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Admission to facilities

Reviewed By Tigerland83

We had a wonderful day with Takashi as our guide. We visited Arakura Sengen Park and Shrine, 4th Station, Wind and Ice Caves, Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and Oishi Park. We were very lucky and got to see Mt. Fuji all day. Takashi was very knowledgeable about all sites and the history of Japan and we would highly recommend this tour.

2. Private Tokyo Food Tour - A Journey Through Time Through Food

Nihonbashi 1-chome Mitsui Building, 1-chōme-4-1 Nihonbashi, 中央区 Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0027, Japan Hello! Tokyo Tours
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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! 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.

Reviewed By rfvaughan

... what more can you ask for? We’ll keep the secrets of where we were taken, and what we ate, because it’s best that you discover this for yourself. Sid will guide you through some of the best food you’ll eat in Tokyo, with context and historical insights that make it all fit together perfectly. The tour itself was impeccably organised, and Sid was extremely welcoming and easy to get on with. The food was amazing - some things we’ve heard of but never tried, and others that were totally new and surprising to us. You’ll leave full and very happy.

3. Cherry Blossom Season "Hanami" Online Experience

Tokyo, Japan Arigato Japan Food Tours
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Join us on this VERY LIMITED edition Cherry Blossom seasonal experience as we share all the traditions of Sakura Season in Japan. Many Japan fans and travelers around the world have dreamed of their trip to Japan during this beautiful season but have had their plans postponed due to travel restrictions. You can still have fun with your friends and family this Spring! Travel together on a shared virtual getaway to the land of the rising sun! Meet us for this online interactive experience to celebrate the cherry blossom season and learn all about this special time across Japan.

Inclusions: Great “after-tour” resource guide with links and information , Information about the Cherry Blossom season in Japan , Time to find out more about your Japan wish-list., Local English speaking expert

Exclusions: Internet fees, Guide tip/ gratuity

Reviewed By JustinSendai

This was my second virtual tour with Arigato Japan, and again I am impressed. The booking, tour itself, and follow-up "resource pack" (so you don't have to take notes!) are professional and stress-free. Lauren puts things into perspective how important tea is in Japan, which seems to be as important as rice to Japanese people. It was interesting to hear how temperature changes affect the characteristics green tea, including how much caffeine is released, but also why tea caffeine won't make you jittery like coffee does. I appreciated the host shared with us not only history, culture, and production of tea, but clued us in on changes to the tea industry and its possibly future.

4. 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.

5. Tokyo Online: Virtual Experience in Shibuya and Shinjuku with a Local Expert

Tokyo, Japan Arigato Japan Food Tours
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During this online experience, we will share the excitement of two of Tokyo’s most popular and exciting districts. You can travel around these two exciting spots in Tokyo from the safety and comfort of home. Bring a snack and some drinks to enjoy while we hang out. By the end of the experience, we will connect across the globe. Meet and connect with your expert Local Host who will take you on this virtual adventure! Our team has hosted over 27,000 guests on walking food tours and they always want to share the best stories, history, information, local tips as well as Japanese Foodie culture. Tokyo is arguably one of the most amazing food and travel destinations in the world and we are excited to share it with you! TIME ZONES FOR 21:00 JST (Japan Standard Time) NYC - 8:00 EDT SYDNEY - 22:00 AEST LONDON - 13:00 BST CHICAGO - 7:00 CDT LOS ANGELES - 5:00 PDT We also have a 10AM time slot. Please let us know if you need help for other time conversions.

Inclusions: Resource guide with links and information shared during our time together., Information about Japan and Japanese culture in general, “Ask Me Anything” time to find out more about your Japan wish-list., Local English speaking expert

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Reviewed By 411jacquiel

Guide was very knowledgeable and provided lots of insight into the cherry blossoms and their history and tradition

6. Private Custom Tokyo Tour

Pick n GO Tokyo
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This exclusive service offers you absolute flexibility to do exactly what you want when you want. There are no tour groups or fixed schedules, just your own small group and an itinerary designed exclusively for your visit. Once you arrive, you can sit back and relax as your professional driver guide escorts you around this fascinating city, introducing you to driver guide in certain areas when required.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located), Round-trip private transfer in luxury vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By mirror714

Such a warm welcoming tour coming to Tokyo. Goto-san made sure we had a great time adapting to our search in trying the best local Japanese sake found in spots we never could have found. So many hidden treasures in Japan... and the prices were in cheap!! We didn't know what to expect but at the end of the night we were drinking without a worry and he made sure we got back safe way after our tour was finished.

7. Tokyo Tours By Locals: Private & 100% Personalized- See the City Unscripted

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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

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 .

8. 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!

9. Walking Tours Tokyo with a Local Guide: Private & 100% Personalized ★★★★★

Tokyo, Japan City Unscripted Tokyo
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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

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 .

10. Adventurous Private Japanese Food Tour

Shimbashi Station, 2 Chome-17 Shinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0004, Japan Japan Awaits
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This 2.5 hour Adventurous Food Tour (Private) is not for the faint of heart. Instead of your usual sushi, ramen and curry, taste some of Japan's most notorious delicacies, such as blowfish (fugu), horse sashimi, and other foods you may not be able to try outside of Japan.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Japanese food tasting, Local guide, Private tour, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By 926maggieh

While we were sad to have to cancel our July trip to Japan due to the pandemic, we found the process of working with Japan Awaits to be easy and efficient. I can't speak to the full experience since we weren't able to go, but filling out the form and our communication with the company was no problem. And their prompt and courteous response to our request for a refund speaks to their professionalism. We will definitely come back to ask for their help in procuring tickets to the Studio Ghibli Museum when we do finally make it to Japan! Fingers crossed for next summer.

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