Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: Discover What Makes Our Tours Uniquely Rewarding
Over the next 15 posts, we’ll introduce the “Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences” we offer around the Kagurazaka area in Tokyo, giving you an overview of what you can gain from each experience.
As of October 29, 2024, our tours have received an impressive average rating of 4.96 out of 5 (equivalent to 99.3 out of 100) from 96.3% of participants, who have rated them as 'Excellent. This exceptional satisfaction comes from participants feeling they’ve gained something “special” from our tours. In a word, we believe that a “special” experience is “happiness,” reflected in the smiles of participants and their comments, such as “This was the best experience of my life,” as seen in “Users’ Voices.” To give you an idea of the experiences that bring about this sense of happiness, we’ll provide a brief overview of what each tour offers.
No.1: Kagurazaka Street Walk
What You Will Gain from This Tour
Kagurazaka Street, built by the Shogun in 1636, offers a unique opportunity to gain deep insight into all aspects of Japanese culture. Discover Samurai culture, the geisha district, shrines, temples, shopping streets, residential areas, and Japanese modern literature on this 2-hour walking tour.
Stroll along the cobblestone streets, discovering heart-shaped stones, encountering geisha, and experiencing spontaneous moments of happiness. This is truly a town of serendipity.
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the heart of Tokyo, away from the crowds.
Kagurazaka Street was constructed in 1636 by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun of the Edo Shogunate (1603-1868). Today, it has transformed into a vibrant shopping street. Tokugawa Iemitsu was the grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun. Ieyasu is the inspiration behind the Emmy Award-winning series Shogun, which won a record-breaking 18 awards.
In the Kagurazaka area, a diverse blend of cultures coexists in perfect harmony. Each turn reveals a new cultural aspect, leading us to call Kagurazaka “The Town of Serendipity.” Many who stroll through the area experience the serendipity—unexpected moments of joy— that Kagurazaka brings. As you walk, you’ll encounter various cultural elements, which you can further explore by asking our knowledgeable guides questions. Many foreign visitors have shared that they were “able to learn everything about Japanese culture in a 2-hour walking tour.”
Come experience the “Town of Happiness,” Kagurazaka. However, please note that Kagurazaka’s narrow, winding alleys are intricate and complex; without a guide, it’s difficult to appreciate even 10% of the area’s charm fully. We offer this 2-hour Kagurazaka walking tour at an affordable price of 2,000 yen per person (for groups of 5) as an investment in your own “good fortune.” Don’t miss the chance to find happiness—come and discover it with us in the heart of Tokyo, Kagurazaka.
Kagurazaka Street Walk is featured as one of the “The Best 19 Things to Do in Shinjuku” by the Shinjuku City Tourism and Industry Division. The city of Shinjuku also highly recommends it as an experience that is not to be missed.
Tour Details
Tour Duration: 2 hours
Location: Kagurazaka. The nearest stations are Kagurazaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station on the Toei Oedo Line, Iidabashi Station by the JR Line and four subway lines.
Price: 8,000 yen per person; 10,000 yen for groups of 2-5 people (all private).
Age Requirement: Ages 6 and above (must be able to walk independently); infants and toddlers are welcome if they can be transported in a stroller.
Booking Period: Next-day bookings are available.
Accessibility: Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome.
Meeting Point: The meeting location will be arranged in consultation with the customer. Hotel pickup is also available for an additional fee.
Book Each Experience
How to Access Kagurazaka
The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.
Comments