• Yanaka District - Explore a unique side of Tokyo, rich in history from the Edo period of the 17th to 19th centuries. Enjoy the area’s delightful blend of temples, cherry blossoms in spring, and the timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A knowledgeable guide will accompany you, offering insights into Japanese history and local culture.
• Tennoji Temple - This Buddhist temple, dating back to 1274, is located at the edge of Yanaka Cemetery. Nestled in a serene garden behind an old wooden gate, it features a bronze Buddhist statue from 1690, cherished by locals as “Tennoji no Daibutsu”. A visit is highly recommended.
• Yanaka Cemetery - An impressive cemetery worth visiting, even though it’s not a typical tourist route. Spanning 100,000 square meters with over 7,000 graves, it has a history extending over 100 years post-Meiji Restoration, when the government sought to separate Buddhist and Shinto graves. Most graves here are Buddhist, leading to the establishment of a public burial ground in Yanaka in 1871.
• Gallery Okubo - 【Optional】
  On the second floor of the Gallery Okubo building, experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a small tea room with tatami mats. This optional experience is not included in the tour price. The fee is ¥3,000 per person, payable in cash at the venue. A professional host will prepare authentic Japanese tea and introduce the basics of this cultural practice. The tea room opens at 11:00 a.m., available only for afternoon tours. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
• SCAI The Bathhouse - 【Afternoon tour only】
  SCAI The Bathhouse is a contemporary art gallery in Yanaka, exuding the charm of Old Tokyo. The gallery is situated in a historic public bathhouse with a 200-year legacy.
• Shitamachi Customs Museum & Exhibit Hall - 【Optional】
  The Shitamachi museum was created to educate future generations about the Shitamachi or “Downtown” culture. Most exhibits are authentic items once used, displayed in their original settings, and some can be touched. Exhibits change with the seasons, offering repeat visitors a glimpse into the seasonal life of Shitamachi.
• Edokoro Alan West - 【Afternoon tour only】
  Amidst traditional old town Tokyo and Buddhist temples, discover Alan West’s studio, once an auto body garage, now the only public traditional Japanese painting studio. Born in the US, Alan moved to Tokyo after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University, earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Japanese painting at Tokyo University of the Arts.
• Nezu Shrine - One of Japan’s oldest and most striking shrines, set among towering trees and blooming azaleas or つつじ shrubs, with ponds, pathways, and iconic vermilion-colored wooden structures that reflect traditional Japanese culture and beauty, including a series of small Torii gates.
• Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street - A top local shopping street in Tokyo, retaining the nostalgic “Shitamachi” atmosphere. Discover the charming side of Tokyo through Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street and be sure to try some local snacks!

• All fees and taxes
• English Speaking Guide
• Photos of Tour Participants

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (available for an additional fee)
• Food and drinks

Escape the towering skyscrapers of Tokyo and immerse yourself in the traditional lifestyle of historic Japan with a 3.5-hour walking tour in the Yanaka district. Established as a temple town during the Edo period, Yanaka has been a popular destination for worship and sightseeing for many years. Join a small group of up to 8 participants to explore the enchanting temples and beautiful cherry blossom trees that define this area.

• A maximum of 8 people per booking
• Tour duration can be extended at a rate of 6,000 yen per group, per hour. During the peak months of March, April, and October, the rate is 8,000 yen per hour. Please be aware that the tour extension depends on the guide’s availability and may not always be possible. Any additional charges for extended time will be invoiced online after the tour based on the actual duration of the extension.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.