Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
A shotengai(Shopping Street) is a street in Japan filled with shops and restaurants. This unique shopping experience can be a real treat and Shotengai are a great place to shop and eat while also getting a glimpse of the everyday lives of the people in the community.
With a Government Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Tokyo local efficiently. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Tokyo accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital.
Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!
Note1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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What's included in Tokyo Shopping Street Hopping Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ameyoko Shopping Street
Ameyoko (アメ横) is a busy market street along the Yamanote Line tracks between Okachimachi and Ueno Stations. The name "Ameyoko" is a short form for "Ameya Yokocho" (candy store alley), as candies were traditionally sold there. Alternatively, "Ame" also stands for "America", because a lot of American products used to be available there when the street was the site of a black market in the years following World War Two.
Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)
Kappabashi Street (かっぱ橋道具街, Kappabashi Dōgugai) is a shopping street between Ueno and Asakusa, which is lined with several dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators, with the exception of fresh food.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
One of best shopping streets in Tokyo, with the well-remained old town “Shitamachi” atmosphere. Explore the nostalgic side of Tokyo through Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street!
Inclusions
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
- Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private transportation
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.
