Nezu Shrine and Yanaka: Afternoon Downtown Walking Tour
This walking tour takes you to Yanaka, a traditional downtown area where the local people's lives are still alive, and the historic Nezu Shrine with its vermilion torii (shrine gates). As a hometown for many artists, it is also dotted with art museums and art galleries. Let's explore Yanaka, a good old town with small temples and unique shops.
This is a tour of shrines and temples this area, one of the best temple towns in Tokyo. The city is home to many artists, as it has one of the best art universities in Japan. We will visit art galleries. We will also visiting a small temple with deep roots in the local community. We will visit a downtown shopping street where you can feel the life of local people. One drink is included. You can enjoy a relaxing break at a café.
A certified guide will take you around the area.
There are many narrow alleys in the area, but with the professional guide, you will not get lost and will be able to enjoy the hard-to-understand paths.
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Nezu Shrine and Yanaka: Afternoon Downtown Walking Tour
What's included in Nezu Shrine and Yanaka: Afternoon Downtown Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Nezu Shrine
We will visit the historic Nezu Shrine, founded 1900 years ago, and pass through 250 red Torii gates.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
This is a shopping street where you can feel the history of the old days. Discover quaint shops and vibrant local culture.
Tennoji Temple
A temple with a small statue of the Great Buddha.
Inclusions
- Professional English Guide
- Train fare during the tour
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Outside the ticket gate at Nippori Station North Exit. The guide will be waiting with a signboard.
End Points
- Final stop:Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street, a 1-minute walk from Nippori Station
