• The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin) - The present Imperial Palace (皇居, Kōkyo) is situated on the historic site of Edo Castle, a vast park area encircled by moats and impressive stone walls in central Tokyo, just a short stroll from Tokyo Station. It serves as the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family. Edo Castle was once the seat of the Tokugawa Shogun, who governed Japan from 1603 to 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the nation’s capital and Imperial Residence were relocated from Kyoto to Tokyo. By 1888, a new Imperial Palace was constructed. The palace was destroyed during World War Two but was subsequently rebuilt in the same architectural style.
• Tsukiji Fish Market - The wholesale section of Tsukiji Market, also known as the “inner market” and renowned for its tuna auctions, closed on October 6, 2018, and relocated to a new location in Toyosu, reopening as Toyosu Market. However, Tsukiji’s outer market, with its numerous shops and restaurants, remains operational. Tsukiji Outer Market (築地場外市場, Tsukiji Jōgai Shijō) is a district next to the former Tsukiji Wholesale Market site. It comprises several blocks of wholesale and retail shops, along with restaurants lining narrow lanes. Visitors can find fresh and processed seafood and produce, as well as food-related items like knives.
• Senso-ji Temple - Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo’s most vibrant and popular temples. Visitors first enter through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), the outer gate of Sensoji Temple and a symbol of Asakusa and Tokyo. A shopping street over 200 meters long, called Nakamise, leads from the outer gate to the temple’s second gate, the Hozomon. Alongside typical Japanese souvenirs such as yukata and folding fans, various traditional local snacks from the Asakusa area are sold along the Nakamise. The shopping street boasts a history of several centuries. Beyond the Hozomon Gate stands the temple’s main hall and a five-storied pagoda. Although destroyed in the war, the buildings are relatively recent reconstructions.
• Meiji Jingu Shrine - Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located next to the JR Yamanote Line’s bustling Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park form a large forested area within the densely built city. The expansive shrine grounds offer walking paths perfect for a leisurely stroll. The shrine was completed and dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the emperor’s passing and six years after the empress’s passing. The shrine was destroyed during World War Two but was rebuilt shortly thereafter. Emperor Meiji was the first emperor of modern Japan, born in 1852, and ascended to the throne in 1867 during the Meiji Restoration, marking the end of Japan’s feudal era and the restoration of the emperor’s power.
• Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi - Ginza is a district in central Tokyo known for its lively shopping scene, featuring large department stores and several renowned brands. The name “Ginza” originates from the organizations that purchased and controlled the silver coin established by the Edo Shogunate (1603-1868). At that time, organizations dealing with specific commerce and industries were called “za,” or trade guilds. Lunch is enjoyed in Ginza.
• Takeshita Street - The 350-meter Takeshita-dori Street, beginning across the road from JR Harajuku Station, caters to Tokyo’s fashion and trend-conscious crowd. Lady Gaga is known to shop here—despite its reputation for being kawaii cute, there are also several boutiques specializing in edgy grunge and goth fashion.
• Shibuya Crossing - Shibuya (渋谷) is one of Tokyo’s twenty-three city wards, often referring to the popular shopping and entertainment area around Shibuya Station. Shibuya is one of Tokyo’s most colorful and bustling districts, filled with shopping, dining, and nightclubs that attract swarms of visitors daily. It is a hub for youth fashion and culture, with its streets being the birthplace of many of Japan’s fashion and entertainment trends. Over a dozen major department store branches are located in the area, catering to all types of shoppers. Most of the area’s large department and fashion stores belong to either Tokyu or Seibu, two competing corporations. A notable landmark in Shibuya is the large intersection in front of the station’s Hachiko Exit, heavily adorned with neon advertisements and giant video screens, making it a popular photo spot.
• Akihabara - Akihabara, often abbreviated to “Akiba,” is an area in eastern Tokyo renowned as the electronics and camera capital of Japan. The blocks around Akihabara Station are filled with shops offering a wide range of electronic and electric goods, computer games, and home appliances, from brand new audiophile, ultra high-end to second-hand bargains. In addition to cameras, computers, TVs, and mobile phones, Akihabara is a treasure trove of manga, games, toys, anime, and anime DVD videos, as well as its famous maid cafes. Akihabara attracts many enthusiasts of anime and manga culture, known as otaku, or nerds. Most shopping in Akihabara includes a tax-free service for tourists.

• All expenses relating to transportation
• All expenses relating to guide fee

• Individual incidental charges
• Lunch

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