Tokyo Imperial Palace

⚫︎The selection of access to lesser-known areas that most visitors wouldn’t discover on their own. Step into relaxing everyday life of Tokyo’s neighborhoods. ⚫︎Popular places ⚫︎Navigated by Shino, a Japanese certified tour guide with top-ranked English communication skills snd deep knowledge of Japan ⚫︎Practice your Japanese along the way Come with curiosity and leave with authentic stories, meaningful encounters, and memories that will stay with you long after your journey ends!

See Tokyo Station’s famous red-brick building and the outer grounds of the Imperial Palace in just 1 hour. This easy guided tour covers must-see spots and includes a small booklet to help you explore more on your own. [Highlights] ・Learn the essentials in just one hour ・History of the Samurai and the Shogun ・Discover insights beyond a typical self-visit ・Runs even when the Imperial Palace is closed (Mon & Fri), with visiting tips ・Take home a handy self-guide booklet

Your guide will present you an illustrated map of the city of Edo in 1650s. With a government licensed guide, you will visit Sakurada gate, bridge before the main entrance of Imperial Palace, previous Edo castle now called Imperial Eastern Garden. 5.4km of walk during 3h. (The 3-hour timeframe is the minimum time required if you walk at a brisk pace. Please allow ample time for your participation.) With gates, huts, stone walls, moats and bridges, you can develop your imagination about what was the Edo castle. You will get some ideas about composing elements of the society as « Shogun », « Emperor » or « Samurai ruling class » . Also, you will know about people of another period as « Habitants of Edo city » or « Women of the Edo castle ». Let’s take a little journey through time on foot!

All of our guides choose to live in Tokyo as they LOVE it. Either let us suggest an itinerary for you or we will customize your tour for you...OR a combination of both. It is totally up to you. Simple!! Let us share our passion, knowledge and enthusiasm of this wonderful city and culture that combines the ancient and the ultra modern. We also offer free support while you are in Japan. Need help with a restauarant booking- or a hotel or train? Simply ask your friendly guide or send us an email ....We love to help! World listed sites and off the beaten path secret gems - your tour awaits!!

Explore central Tokyo on a fun and easy e-scooter tour around the Imperial Palace area. Enjoy open-air sightseeing as you ride through one of the city’s most scenic districts with a local guide. This beginner-friendly experience is a refreshing way to see Tokyo from a different perspective while visiting photo spots such as the Imperial Palace area, Kikyomon Gate, and Tokyo Station. Perfect for travelers who want a light and memorable city adventure, this tour lets you relax, enjoy the ride, and discover more than you could on foot. ・Ride through the scenic Imperial Palace area on an e-scooter ・Stop for photos at landmarks such as Kikyomon Gate and Tokyo Station ・Enjoy a beginner-friendly tour with a local guide ・Discover central Tokyo in a fun, easy, and refreshing way

Discover the rich layers of Tokyo's history and culture with a full-day tour that takes you from ancient temples to modern streets. Begin in Asakusa, home to the iconic Senso-ji Temple, where you’ll explore historic lanes and lively markets that echo the spirit of Edo-era Japan. Next, wander through the tranquil Yanaka neighborhood, a preserved area showcasing charming wooden houses and temples. Enjoy a local lunch experience, sampling authentic Japanese dishes. Continue to the serene Imperial Palace Outer Grounds before visiting the peaceful Meiji Shrine, and finally, dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Shibuya with its bustling streets and famous crossing. - Full-day exploration of Tokyo’s historical and modern highlights - Visit Senso-ji Temple and the charming Yanaka neighborhood - Enjoy a local lunch experience with recommendations from your guide - Explore the serene Imperial Palace and lively Shibuya district

・Learn how samurai, daimyo and shogun turned Edo (Tokyo) into the world’s biggest city with a culture that matched the greatest civilizations in human history ・Hear the famous tale of the 47 Ronin while visiting their graves ・Explore the ruins of Edo Castle, now in the outer grounds of the Imperial Palace ・Walk through the red Torii gate tunnel to the Shinto Nezu Shrine, and visit a Buddhist temple steeped in the history of the Tokugawa shoguns, learn about Japanese religion and its relation to the samurai ・Eat lunch in a traditional restaurant in old Tokyo ・Visit the resting place of the last shogun and other figures from Edo-era Japan ・ A small group tour led by the author of a book on samurai, as well works on other aspects of Japanese culture

Cherry blossoms can be viewed at many locations throughout Tokyo and each location has their own charm. You will see many different types of cherries with guide in 3 hours. Cherry blossoms have been a Japanese favorite since ancient times. If you are in Japan in Spring, you must see Sakura cherry blossom which is irreplaceable to the hearts of Japanese.

Let us enjoy some of the highlights in Tokyo at your pace. Please choose two or three destinations from the list shown above. You can take time to stroll around, shop, enjoy street food, or take a picture. If you do not pickup and drop off, we can visit three or four places. The number of the destinations varies depending on whether you need pickup or dropoff.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Want to experience quintessential Tokyo where old meets new? This tour will enable you to do just that as you visit many famous and historic locations in the heart of Tokyo. The tour will also provide you with engaging experiences to get closer to Japanese culture! You will get to visit the iconic Tokyo Station, see Tokyo Imperial Palace outer gate and grounds, and walk through neighbouring Hibiya Park. You will also get to try sake tasting ( or you can try Shochu or the non - alcoholic option of Amazake). You will have a refreshment break like no other at a cafe where Robots serve customers, before heading to a traditional Japanese garden and an Edo period museum to explore their life sized Edo townscape.

This group tour will take you on a scenic run around Tokyo’s famous Imperial Palace, an iconic landmark and the heart of the city’s sightseeing attractions. This tour will not take you inside (because you need to apply in advance), but we will run along the promenade around the Imperial Palace, which is about 5k long. The promenade around the Imperial Palace is like a running mecca for runners in Tokyo. The area around the Imperial Palace is exactly the center of Japan, so there are large commercial facilities, government offices, the National Diet Building, and the prime minister’s official residence. Tokyo Station, the gateway to Tokyo, is also in front of the Imperial Palace. The brick building of Tokyo Station is very beautiful, so we recommend taking a picture in front of it. In this tour, we will run not only around the Imperial Palace but also a route that deviates a little from there - nearby spots are the Yasukuni Shrine and Edo Castle

Nikko and Kawagoe is the two faces of EDO, seeing both lets you see both the samurai and commoner lifestyle of the people in Edo. We will visit the Imperial Palace from outside to understand both the Samurai and Imperial family outlook of the location. We will visit Nikko not only as a world heritage but as a location built to protect the city of EDO by blocking the KIMON (Demon Gate) of EDO hence learn the importance of “direction” (HOI) to understand the religious aspect of the Japanese; the importance in “location” of both Kawagoe and Nikko, the impact it had on the Japanese people and the heritage of the Tokugawa dynasty. The Kawagoe area known as “KOEDO” (small Edo) is a Edo cultural melting pot where you will see the lifestyle of Edo merchants. This tour will try to fit in three major locations associated with EDO for the time crunched traveler. If you want to see more in your limited time try us.

Experience Tokyo the way locals spend their days off! Tokyo Local Holiday offers authentic experiences designed by a Tokyo-born local guide. Discover how locals spend their weekends through hidden neighborhoods, favorite food spots, cultural traditions, and smart routes across the city’s world-class transport network. Of course, the itinerary will be tailored for your expectations and built together prior. Spend a Day Off like a Tokyo Native!