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    The Old Quarter of Tokyo - Yanaka Walking Tour

    4.8(672 reviews)
    By Localized Walking & Food ToursProduct code 175777P1
    Taking a break at a folk house cafe(UenoSakuragiAtari )
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    Yanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourYanaka Walking TourVisiting an old wooden house cafe which used to be a house for Japanese normal familyRed Trii gates lined up at Nezu ShrineYanaka is known as a cat town!!Yanaka Ginza shopping street where you can try various Japanese snacks, sweets, and Sake!Local snacks at Yanaka Ginza shopping streetBeautiful sculptures on the main hall of Nezu shrineBrilliant azalea flowers in spring at Nezu shrineSake & beer at Yanaka Gianza shopping streetOpen air statue called "Yanaka Buddha" at Tenno-ji TempleYanaka Walking Tour

    Duration

    3 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    4.8 rating from 672 reviews3 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Discover Tokyo's hidden gem, Yanaka, and experience its old-world charm. This quaint district boasts traditional wooden houses that survived WWII, now transformed into cozy cafes and bars. Visit the stunning Nezu Shrine with its iconic red torii gates, intricate golden sculptures, and serene Japanese garden, where azaleas bloom vibrantly in spring. Stroll through the residential backstreets, explore a vast cemetery, and enjoy local flavors at Yanaka Ginza shopping street, packed with traditional Japanese snacks and sweets. Yanaka offers a unique blend of history, tranquility, and traditional Tokyo life, making it a perfect escape from the bustling city and a chance to see the quieter, more picturesque side of Japanese culture.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Guided walking tour with an English-speaking local expert.

    Other

    Photo Opportunities throughout

    Not included

    Other

    Food, drinks, and personal expenses

    Other

    Gratuities (optional)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    JR Nippori station North Ticket Gate (Outside the ticket gate next to “NewDays” convenience store) Please do not be late. Our guide cannot make other guests to wait long for the late guests.

    Pickup details

    Meeting point is; JR Nippori station North Ticket Gate (Outside the ticket gate next to “NewDays” convenience store)

    Itinerary

    Standard3 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    15 minutes

    You will see "Yanaka Budda", which is created in 1690 and listen to the history of the temple. The history tells you interesting aspects of Japanese religion.

    2

    Stop 2

    15 minutes

    You will walk into the cemetery and will learn what a Japanese cemetery is like and some customs that locals follow.

    3

    Stop 3

    15 minutesAdmission not included

    Have a break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari. About 80-year-old wooden houses were renovated into a cafe, a bakery, and a beer hall and became a community space for locals. You will see the site where the traditional lifestyle has adapted to the modern lifestyle.

    4

    Pass by stop 4

    It is a 100-year-old cyder tree and the symbol in Yanaka.

    5

    Stop 5

    5 minutesAdmission not included

    Not a typical Buddhist god but a god of strong legs is enshrined in this temple. Wishes of people with a foot problem are written on a lot of wooden boards.

    6

    Stop 6

    20 minutes

    You can see a lot of red Torii gates like Fushimi Inari shrine in Kyoto and can take a lot of photos at this most beautiful Shinto shrine in Tokyo. Also, you will learn some etiquettes in a shrine.

    7

    Pass by stop 7

    "Hebimichi" is a back street in the residential area. You will see Japanese daily life up close.

    8

    Stop 8

    20 minutesAdmission not included

    The local guide will explain about the shopping street and shops to see the normal Japan lifestyle. You can try some local foods and sweets (Food fee is not included in the price)

    Additional Info

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Pets Welcome

    Service animals allowed

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    No Back Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    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.

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

    Review Summary

    4.8

    672 reviews

    Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

    5 stars584
    4 stars49
    3 stars16
    2 stars9
    1 stars14

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