Japanese Art Drive Day Trip Tour





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Duration
2 hours to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
You will provide you a half day trip by car to a selected shop and a museum in Tokyo, enjoying each location. Visit stores featuring traditional folk crafts from artisans across Japan, where you can purchase satisfying souvenirs. Additionally, you’ll experience Japanese art at museums, with admission included in the tour price. You’ll also enjoy takeaway rice balls made from carefully selected rice from a specialty shop. The tour includes exclusive, handpicked spots that are hard to find on your own, all while traveling in a private car. This plan lets you experience Japanese culture through various activities. Your driver is a professional photographer, so he’ll take a commemorative photo at the end of the tour. The photos will be given to you at the end. A tour with a photographer is truly special. Your bilingual guide, who lived in the UK for about 10 years, ensures smooth communication.
What's Included
Included
Visiting Meiji Shrine
a ticket for The Japan folk Crafts museum
personal vehicle transportation
visiting folk craft shop
a commemorative photo by photographer
Not included
Tip is not included
charge for rice balls is not included
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Meeting at an entrance of Beams Japan in Shinjuku. You can find a guide with a small Japanese umbrella.
End point
Meeting at an entrance of Beams Japan in Shinjuku. You can find a guide with a small Japanese umbrella.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour
Stop 1
Bingoya, established in 1961, is a folk crafts store located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The spacious store spans from the basement to the 4th floor, showcasing traditional folk crafts made by artisans from across Japan.
Stop 2
40 minutes
Stop 2
At Meiji Shrine, we will introduce its history and cultural significance. This beautiful Shinto shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, is surrounded by a peaceful forest in the heart of Tokyo. You will learn how to cleanse your hands at the purification fountain and make a proper offering at the main shrine. This visit offers a calm and authentic experience of Japanese tradition and spirituality.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
We will visit The Japan Folk Crafts Museum, a hidden gem showcasing the beauty of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Founded in 1936 by Soetsu Yanagi, the museum celebrates everyday objects made by skilled artisans across Japan, from ceramics and textiles to woodwork and lacquerware. As we explore the exhibits, you will discover the philosophy of the Mingei (folk craft) movement, which values the simple, functional, and handmade beauty of these objects. This visit offers a deeper appreciation of Japan’s artistic heritage and the timeless charm of handcrafted works.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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