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Private Ginza Architecture Walking Tour
- Duration3 hours 30 min
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Explore Ginza's captivating blend of history and modernity on our 3.5-hour architecture walking tour led by a local accredited guide. Discover architectural marvels ranging from a historic Buddhist temple dating back to 1934 to the newly revitalized Louis Vuitton Namikidori completed in 2021. Marvel at works by renowned architects like Renzo Piano, Toyo Ito, and Shigeru Ban.
Our knowledgeable guides share intriguing stories about the buildings and their visionary designers. You'll gain insights into how historical events, such as the era of the Shogun and subsequent earthquakes and fires, have influenced architectural styles throughout the district.
Whether you prefer a daytime exploration or the enchanting twilight experience, we offer tours that cater to your schedule and interests. Join us to see Ginza transform under enchanting lights, offering a fresh perspective on its vibrant energy and unique architectural landscapes.
What to expect
Ginza
Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
Walking between site to site in total
Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
3-15-1, Tsukiji, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-8435, Japan
We will go inside the temple to see and know about the temple.
Kabukiza Theater
4 Chome-12-15, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will go inside to enjoy it's features.
Nicolas G. Hayek Center
7-9-18, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will go inside to enjoy it's features.
Toyoiwa Inari Shrine
7-8, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will go enjoy it's features.
Ginza Maison Hermes Le Forum
5-4-1, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will go inside to enjoy it's features.
Mikimoto Boutique Ginza 2chome
2-4-12, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will go inside if we have time to enjoy it's features.
UNIQLO Tokyo
3-2-1, Marronnier Gate Ginza2 7F, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will view from outside to enjoy it's features.
Mikimoto Ginza 4chome Honten
4-5-5, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-0061, Japan
We will view from outside to enjoy it's features.
Wako Ginza
4-5-11, Ginza, Tokyo Prefecture, 104-8105, Japan
We will view from outside to enjoy it's features.
We will go inside to enjoy it's features.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
In front of the main gate of Tsukiji Hongwanji temple, where you see the elementary school and cafe across the street
End
Finish at Ginza 4 chome intersection, in front of Mitsukoshi department store.
Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. We will be walking for 3 hours enjoying the architecture unless requested to use taxi (taxi fee are not be included in the tour price) . • If we did not receive any notice for late arrival or could not find you at the meeting place for more than 20min after departure time, we would assume you had canceled the tour.
What's included
Included
- local licensed tourguide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 5 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Adult (10–99)
Additional information
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers (minimum 10 years old)
- A maximum of 5 people per booking
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Product code
- 39185P2
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- Date of birth
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 551 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (16) and Tripadvisor (35).
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