• Senso-ji Temple - Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a vibrant and popular Buddhist temple situated in Asakusa, Tokyo.

According to legend, in 628, two brothers discovered a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, in the Sumida River. Despite returning it to the river, the statue always came back to them. As a result, Sensoji was constructed nearby in honor of Kannon. Completed in 645, it stands as Tokyo’s oldest temple.

• Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden - Shinjuku Gyoen is among Tokyo’s largest and most beloved parks. Just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the park offers expansive lawns, winding paths, and serene scenery, providing a peaceful retreat from the bustling city. In spring, it becomes one of the city’s top spots for cherry blossom viewing.

• Rikugien Garden - Rikugien is often regarded as one of Tokyo’s most stunning Japanese landscape gardens, alongside Koishikawa Korakuen. Created around 1700 for the 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Rikugien means “six poems garden” and features miniature representations of 88 scenes from famous poems. It exemplifies an Edo Period strolling garden with a large central pond, manmade hills, and forested areas connected by trails.

• Hama Rikyu Gardens - Hama Rikyu is a vast and beautiful landscape garden in central Tokyo. Adjacent to Tokyo Bay, it features seawater ponds that change with the tides and a teahouse on an island where visitors can relax and enjoy the view. The traditional garden contrasts sharply with the skyscrapers of the nearby Shiodome district.

• Imperial Palace - This tour does not include access to the inside of the Imperial Palace
  The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in central Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family.

Edo Castle was the seat of the Tokugawa shogun who ruled Japan from 1603 until 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the capital and imperial residence moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. The new Imperial Palace was completed in 1888. It was destroyed during World War Two and later rebuilt in the same style.

• 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 busy Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park form a large forested area within the densely built city. The spacious shrine grounds offer pleasant walking paths.

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. It was destroyed during World War Two but was rebuilt shortly after.

• Tsukiji Fish Market - Discover the historic fish market in Tokyo! Enjoy a variety of fresh fish!

• Asakusa - Asakusa (浅草) is the heart of Tokyo’s shitamachi (literally “low city”), a district where the atmosphere of Tokyo from past decades still lingers.

Asakusa’s main attraction is Sensoji, a highly popular Buddhist temple built in the 7th century. The temple is accessed via Nakamise, a shopping street that has offered traditional snacks and souvenirs to temple visitors for centuries.

• Yoyogi Park - Yoyogi Park (代々木公園, Yoyogi Kōen) is one of Tokyo’s largest city parks, featuring expansive lawns, ponds, and wooded areas. It’s ideal for jogging, picnicking, and other outdoor activities.

While Yoyogi Park has fewer cherry trees compared to other Tokyo sites, it is still a lovely spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring. Additionally, it is renowned for its ginkgo tree forest, which turns a brilliant gold in autumn.

• Shibuya Crossing - Shibuya Crossing: Known as the busiest crossing in the world, Shibuya Scramble is a marvel of modern urban life. Don’t miss the loyal Hachiko dog statue nearby!

• Akihabara - Akihabara (秋葉原), also known as Akiba after a former local shrine, is a central Tokyo district famous for its numerous electronics shops. In recent years, Akihabara has become recognized as the hub of Japan’s otaku (enthusiast) culture, with many anime and manga shops interspersed among the electronics stores. On Sundays, Chuo Dori, the district’s main street, is closed to car traffic from 13:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 from October through March).

• Koishikawa Korakuen Garden - Koishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園, Koishikawa Kōrakuen) is one of Tokyo’s oldest and finest Japanese gardens. It was established in the early Edo Period (1600-1867) at the Tokyo residence of the Mito branch of the ruling Tokugawa family. Like its counterpart in Okayama, the garden was named Korakuen after a poem encouraging a ruler to seek pleasure only after ensuring his people’s happiness. Koishikawa is the district where the garden is located.

• Tokyo National Museum - The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan’s premier national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum, and the Kyushu National Museum. It was initially established in 1972 at Yushima Seido Shrine and later moved to its current location in Ueno Park.

The Tokyo National Museum boasts one of Japan’s largest and finest collections of art and archaeological artifacts, comprising over 110,000 items, including nearly a hundred national treasures. At any given time, about 4,000 items from the permanent collection are on display. Additionally, temporary exhibitions are regularly held. Comprehensive English information and audio guides are available.

• Kabukicho - Golden Gai is said to have originated around 1950 when the black market that had emerged in front of Shinjuku Station relocated, and numerous dining and drinking establishments opened in this new area. Although Shinjuku has modernized significantly since then, Golden Gai has remained largely unchanged.

The alley is narrow and crowded with countless signs advertising the various establishments lining the path. Many of the buildings are wooden, remnants from the Showa Era, and most measure only about thirteen square meters (142 square feet). It’s a dim, lively place filled with the aroma of grilling meats. Despite the abundance of sleek new restaurants in Shinjuku, this little alley continues to attract foreign tourists. Golden Gai is a popular “un-touristy” tourist destination.

• Takeshita Street - Harajuku (原宿) refers to the area around Tokyo’s Harajuku Station, situated between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the epicenter of Japan’s most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historical sights.

The heart of Harajuku’s teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined with trendy shops, fashion boutiques, second-hand clothing stores, crepe stands, and fast-food outlets catering to fashion-conscious teens.

• Odaiba District - Odaiba (お台場) is a popular shopping and entertainment district on a man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It began as a series of small man-made fort islands (daiba means “fort”), constructed towards the end of the Edo Period (1603-1868) to protect Tokyo from potential sea attacks, specifically in response to Commodore Perry’s gunboat diplomacy.

Over a century later, the small islands were merged into larger ones through extensive landfills, and Tokyo embarked on an ambitious development project to transform the islands into a futuristic residential and business district during the extravagant 1980s. However, development slowed significantly after the “bubble economy” burst in the early 1990s, leaving Odaiba nearly empty.

• Shibamata - Shibamata (柴又) is a neighborhood on Tokyo’s eastern edge, near the Edogawa River, which serves as the natural border between Tokyo and Chiba Prefecture. The town retains its nostalgic charm from days gone by and offers a perfect escape from modern Tokyo. One of the main attractions is the Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, located not far from the station.

• Nezu - Having miraculously avoided major damage during world wars and natural disasters, Yanaka and Nezu—two neighborhoods that form part of shitamachi, Tokyo’s old downtown—retain their historical charm. Visitors can find historical sites like Yanaka Cemetery and Nezu Shrine nestled among shitamachi’s narrow alleys, traditional wooden houses, izakaya pubs, atmospheric coffee shops, and retro stores selling old-fashioned sweets and snacks. Here, one can step back in time to a more leisurely, genteel Tokyo.

• Tokyo Tower - Only up to the main deck, top deck is not included
  The retro-chic version of Tokyo Skytree! This vermillion tower has been a Tokyo icon for generations and frequently appears in the background of many famous animes!

• Tokyo - Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class offers a cooking class for foreign tourists visiting Japan, aiming to share the delightful Japanese food culture with people worldwide.
  Participants can learn about Japanese cuisine and culture through the cooking class!

The class involves making rolled sushi, known as Maki Sushi in Japanese, which is commonly referred to as “sushi roll” in English. It involves rolling various ingredients in vinegared rice and seaweed, then cutting them into individual pieces. Common ingredients include raw fish, vegetables, cooked meats, and eggs.

• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
• Sushi roll making experience
• Customizable Tour 2-3 sights
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

• Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Private Vehicle
• You cannot combine multiple tour groups
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect

This 7-hour walking tour features a 3-hour sushi roll-making session at Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class. Prior to the sushi-making experience, participants will enjoy a walking tour led by our licensed guide. After a 4-hour exploration, the guide will escort you to Patia’s Japanese Cooking Class.

In Japan, sushi rolls are often enjoyed during special occasions such as celebrations and festivals. This dish is a symbol of Japanese hospitality, presented with elegance. Participants will learn the art of sushi roll-making, along with recipes for miso soup and chawanmushi (savory steamed egg custard).

The tour can be customized directly with the guide after booking. Please design your itinerary by selecting 2 to 3 locations from the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

Start time: The start time for the experience may vary.
A minimum of 2 people is required per booking.

• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
• Tour dates can be changed up to 2 days before the tour. Any tour date change may result in a change of tour guide or tour unavailability.

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