Kagurazaka Attractions & Things to do

This is off the beaten path tour in Tokyo. You can enjoy non touristic spots. It is mainly for locals. This means you can see real life of Tokyo people. You can buy local products, taste street foods and local Japanese garden. It is quite time efficient tour using train all the way.
Duration: 5 hours.

Speaking of Art, you can imagine a variety of things.
This tour features Arts related to Tokyo(Edo).
Tokyo(Edo) art includes many alternatives.
For example, paintings, architects, shrines, Geisha, and castles.
However, these arts are Not just another ones.
Figures of paintings and architecture are super famous worldwide.
Shrines, Geisha Street, and Castle are super historical.
Do you know Why?
That is why you have your guide with it.
You can experience and learn different sides of Tokyo from Licensed Guide.
Finally, you understand why This tour is not for Japan, but Tokyo(Edo)and Tokyo stands out more than any other city.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Once located outside Edo castle’s mote, the area has historic landscape garden and still remains atmosphere as entertainment district. The tour starts with strolling along in Korakuen garden where you can enjoy changing landscapes of ocean, river, mountain and countryside in center of Tokyo. The garden is special in that it imitates famous Japanese/Chinese landscapes. Seasonal trees and flowers surrounding garden’s pond are remarkable. Next visit Kagurazaka area where used to be an entertainment district retaining those days. The guide will navigate to backstreet, another Kagurazaka and modern shine and complex facility uniquely designed by Kengo Kuma, architecture of Japan National stadium. Lastly we visit Sensoji temple, the oldest temple in Japan.

Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Wouldn't it be nice to have a local friend guide you when you go on a trip? Our guides are your local friends! We don't just explain tourist information that anyone can find in guidebooks or on the Internet. We will provide you with more true-to-life information about the Japanese people, their character, and the social issues we are currently facing. We will also introduce you to well-kept secret spots and delicious foods.
What makes our tours special are the fascinating conversations throughout the tour. Our guides have lived in both the United States and Europe, so they can highlight cultural differences and provide interesting perspectives and fun conversations.
On our tours, we look forward to showing you the beauty of Japan and the way the Japanese people live.

All tours are private and customizable. Select the duration of the tour, and the guide will contact you to propose a tour based on your interest!
Duration: 4 to 8 hours.

This is the tour for photograph lovers. We have many photogenic spots in Tokyo however it is not easy to cover many spots in a short period of time. You can visit three of spots up to your preferences by private car. Not only for photograph but also you can enjoy history and culture in Tokyo.

This tour starts basically from afternoon and ending twilight.

You can drop off anywhere you like at the end of the tour.
Duration: 4 hours.

This half day walking tour aims to visit the quieter neighborhoods of Tokyo. By utilizing the city's great transport system, you will see historic alleyways, take a walk through a traditional Japanese garden and visit a temple that is one of the few survivors of damage from the past war. The tour will be a great way to see residential areas where ordinary people live and work, without encountering the huge crowds of tourists. During the tour, your guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have about Tokyo and give useful tips for the rest of your stay in the city.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Walk the Historic Samurai Streets of Kagurazaka
Start at Iida Station and explore Kagurazaka, a district once home to Samurai. Stroll through streets lined with ancient temples and shrines, learning about Samurai philosophy rooted in Shinto and Buddhist traditions. Your guide’s stories of Samurai spirit and Japanese culture bring the neighborhood’s rich history to life.
Immerse Yourself in the Samurai Experience
Step into the Samurai world with hands-on activities. Choose a kimono, enjoy a thrilling live-action Samurai performance, and train in sword handling and combat stances. Simple, safe instructions make this experience fun for everyone. Your guide will capture photos and videos, creating lasting memories.
Savor a Traditional Japanese Lunch
Recharge with a traditional meal in a hidden wooden restaurant evoking 19th-century charm. Relish authentic dishes and get tips on shopping for unique souvenirs like ceramics, tea, and chopsticks. It’s the perfect end to your Samurai journey.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Learn all about Shinjuku from early Japan to present day at a local museum, setting the scene for the rest of your time in Shinjuku! The museum has life sized replicas of a traditional Japanese shop, house and train carriage where you can immerse yourself in old Tokyo! Next visit one of Shinjuku’s beautiful local shrines hidden away from the fast paced centre of the city. This off the beaten path gem is a must see and is hard to spot unless you know where to look! Finally we will be at the very centre of this entertainment district where you will enjoy a guided tour and your lunch break to explore and eat at your leisure.

We will then take a short train journey to nearby Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo’s traditional yet trendy neighbourhoods with nods to the past steeped in history and culture. You will head to a beautiful Japanese garden and tea house to enjoy a traditional tea and Japanese sweet experience before having a guided tour of the area and some free time to shop and explore.
Duration: 8 hours.