Walking Tour in Yanaka Nezu and Sendagi: Tea Ceremony & Old Tokyo
Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors
Known as ’Yanesen’ in Tokyo, the trio of Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi make up this area and have retained their old ‘Shitamachi’ (lower city) style, architecture and charm, despite being a stone’s throw away from some of the well known metropolis areas of Tokyo. If on your trip to Tokyo you want a chance to step off the tourist trail and see a different side to this amazing city, then ’Yanesen’ must be added to your Tokyo itinerary!
You will start by visiting Yanaka, a historic and artistic area, and a perfect example of a Shitamachi in Japan. A cosy and traditional neighbourhood not many tourists know about, you will step back in time and enjoy an atmosphere that is very different to many parts of Tokyo. Next, you will visit Sendagi known for its temples and park. Finally, you will visit Nezu to see one of Tokyo’s most beautiful shrines.
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Walking Tour in Yanaka Nezu and Sendagi: Tea Ceremony & Old Tokyo
What's included in Walking Tour in Yanaka Nezu and Sendagi: Tea Ceremony & Old Tokyo
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Yanaka Cemetery
We will walk through Yanaka Cemetery and Sakura Dori. Don’t be alarmed, this cemetery is very popular with the locals to stroll through and enjoy nature. In Spring, Sakura Dori is filled with blooming Cherry Blossoms and makes for a magical sight. Yanaka Cemetery is also known for its many famous people laid to rest, including Sumo Wrestlers, Samurai and aristocrats!
Gallery Okubo
You will then enjoy a traditional tea ceremony experience in a beautiful tea room. You can enjoy a truly authentic experience relaxing while staff serve you tea and your Wagashi (Japanese sweets) wearing kimono. The experience is made even more special as you are able choose your own tea bowl to drink from with some being antique and hundreds of years old! Staff can speak English and will tell you all about tea ceremony and its culture.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
Your next stop will be Yanaka Ginza. On the way, you will pass an historic Edo period wall. You will enjoy a guided tour around Yanaka’s main shopping area. You can enjoy free time here to shop, take pictures and try street food at your leisure.
Inclusions
- Admission fees for the Asakura Museum of Sculpture
- Tea Ceremony experience
- Local English speaking guide
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The tour will begin at 10:30am outside of Nippori train station’s West exit where you will meet your tour guide. Directly in front of you will be a red information board and post box. Please note and make sure to arrive at NIPPORI station and not NISHI-NIPPORI station.
