Tokyo Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour

Hachiko

1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya Train Station, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture, 150-0043, Japan

Meet near the famous Hachiko Statue, one of Shibuya’s most popular meeting spots. Guests will hear the story of Hachiko, learn why this statue is so beloved in Japan, and get an introduction to the Shibuya Station area before starting the walking tour.

Shibuya Crossing

2 Chome-2-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture, 150-0043, Japan

Stop at the world-famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing, one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks. Guests can take photos and learn about the Shibuya Station area, its history, redevelopment, and role as a major center of Tokyo’s youth culture, entertainment, shopping, and everyday city life.

Visit a local knife shop area and learn about the craftsmanship behind Japanese knives, including their sharpness, materials, and connection to traditional skills. This stop also introduces guests to broader Japanese history, including the transition from the samurai era to modern Japan. Guests can also see, hold, and experience the sharpness of handcrafted Japanese knives.

Nonbee Yokocho

Jinnan, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Walk through Nonbei Yokocho, a narrow alleyway known for its small bars and nostalgic atmosphere. Guests will learn about Japanese drinking culture, izakaya traditions, and how these tiny local spots have long been part of Tokyo’s nightlife and after-work social life.

Miyashita Park

1-26-5 Shibuya, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture, 150-0002, Japan

Take a short break at a local park, where guests can relax and buy a drink if they wish. During this stop, learn about everyday Japanese culture, including local parks, nearby schools, community life, and the customs that help keep many public spaces in Japan clean and well cared for.

Shibuya Cat Street

Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Walk along Cat Street, a popular backstreet connecting Shibuya and Harajuku. Guests can enjoy the area’s relaxed atmosphere, fashion boutiques, cafés, street culture, and creative local style while learning how this neighborhood became one of Tokyo’s trendiest walking routes.

Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, one of Tokyo’s most important Shinto shrines, surrounded by a peaceful forest near Harajuku. Guests will learn about the shrine’s history, basic shrine etiquette, and how to pray respectfully during their visit.