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Tokyo : Yanaka and Nezu-Old Traditional Town Cultural Experience

5.0(30 reviews)Tokyo, JapanOperated by Undiscovered Tokyo Tours
  • Duration3 hours 30 min
  • GroupShared · max 9
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

We are new on this website.But we have conducted many Yanaka tours, with many good reviews received from our customers who had enjoyed themselves.This walking tour is based on a relaxing pace so you can get a closer look at the real Japanese lifestyle and culture.It is suitable for most people with moderate fitness.You will stroll through Tokyo old local neighborhoods~Yanaka,Nezu and Sendagi.Discover old temples and shrines,buildings from the bygone era from the Meiji Period to the Taishō period and Showa period. •Usually this tour takes around 3 hours 30 minutes.But sometimes the tour may end earlier or later.So everyone can enjoy their experience strolling in this charming neighborhood with flexibility .Small group , you can get a close chat with our experienced tour guide .Experience the quieter part of old town in Tokyo

Note : We are a small team of only experienced tour guides. We do not use inexperienced or irregular tour guide even during peak season .

What to expect

3 hours 30 min10 stopsShared tourMax 9 travellers
  1. Nezu Shrine

    1-28-9, Nezu, Tokyo Prefecture, 113-0031, Japan

    30 minutes

    Visit this historical shrine with its’ picturesque Torii-lined pathway. Get to know the religions in Japan . Learn how to pray , write your wish and get your fortune telling here .

  2. Tennoji Temple

    7-14-8, Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    5 minutes

    This is one of the oldest of the numerous temples in Yanaka area with its’ large, bronze, seated image of Buddha . Appreciate the calm moment in this spiritual old temple . Enjoy the beautiful garden view surrounding the temple complex .

  3. Yanaka District

    Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    50 minutes

    See the remains of the buildings from the Meiji Period , Taisho Period to Showa-period . Discover traditional old small shops that are passed down through generations . Chat with your tour guide in this small tour group while you stroll through this old neighborhood . Note : We are a small tour operator that specialize in this neighborhood . We are small but we only use experienced and knowledgeable tour guide even during this tourism boom period in Japan .

  4. Nezu

    Nezu, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

    30 minutes

    Take a slow walk in the local residential area with our experienced tour guide who know well about this old neighborhood . You can see local old and new houses and shops and get to know more about the local Japanese lifestyle . See the old folks live their daily lives . You often can spot nursery kids come out for their walk in this neighborhood . Note : We are a small tour operator that specialize in this neighborhood . We are small but we only use experienced and knowledgeable tour guide even during this tourism boom period in Japan .

  5. Yanaka Cemetery

    7-5-24, Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    20 minutes

    This is one of the largest and most scenic cemetery in Tokyo . Many important figures are buried there .

  6. The Yanaka's Himalayan Cedar Tree

    1-6-15, Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    Pass by

    Pass by this 100 year old Himalayan cedar tree

  7. Yuyake Dandan

    3-13, Nishinippori, Tokyo Prefecture, 116-0013, Japan

    2 minutes

    Known as “sunset staircase” in Japanese. You can see beautiful sunset and Yanaka Ginza street view from this staircase .This is a photo stop spot where you should not miss when you come to Yanaka Ginza

  8. SCAI The Bathhouse

    6-1-23, Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    Pass by

    Passby this 200 years old bath house which has turned into an art gallery .

  9. Ueno Sakuragi Atari

    2-15-6 Uenosakuragi, Taito, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0002, Japan

    15 minutesAdmission included

    Explore some wooden houses that are turned into shops .

  10. Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street

    Yanaka, Tokyo Prefecture, 110-0001, Japan

    10 minutes

    Your tour will end at Yanaka Ginza , an old shopping street . Your tour guide will introduce you the popular local street foods , Japanese desserts , Japanese souvenirs etc . You will choose what you want to eat or shop by yourself . If you are not interested in shopping or eating here , you can choose to end your tour at Nippori Station . Note : The shops here have different operating days and hours so some shops may be closed during your time of visit . Many shops are closed on Monday .

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Meet at Nippori Station . Please go to North Gate , West Exit (for Yanaka) , once you go out the exit our tour guide will wait for you at the rest area (with baggage storage coin lockers) (Please refer to the last 2 pictures for the meeting place at Nippori Station)

End / drop-off

Meet at Nippori Station . Please go to North Gate , West Exit (for Yanaka) , once you go out the exit our tour guide will wait for you at the rest area (with baggage storage coin lockers) (Please refer to the last 2 pictures for the meeting place at Nippori Station)

What's included

Included

  • Experienced tour guide who know well about this neighborhoods-main tour guide for this tour is Sui

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Summer season (1 June to 11 September 2026)~To avoid the danger of heat stroke due to the hot and very humid summer in Tokyo , this tour for summer season will include a stop in a cafe that is transformed from an old traditional building (one drink included) . All the places of visit will be the same (except summer season do not go to Yanaka Ginza) . The summer season tour will end at Nezu Station.

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 9 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–3), Child (4–12), Adult (13–90)

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 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Product code
488254P1

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 530 reviews
  • 530

Ratings aggregated from Viator (5) and Tripadvisor (25).

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