Ueno Park (Ueno Koen) Tours

Discover Tokyo accompanied by an experienced, private guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital. Navigate the city's complex, yet efficient, subway system with your guide as you visit famous sites including the outer Tsukiji fish market, the traditional town of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine. Stroll down Takeshita Street in Harajuku — home to Japan's youth and pop culture, and indulge in lunch on route (depending on option selected). This private tour can also be customized to suit your interests.

See Tokyo like a local with this trip around town, complete with a local host. You'll get to visit many of the city's top attractions and off-the-beaten-track gems, with stops to eat and drink at local cafes. Your guide will also be on hand to give you advice and recommendations as you plan for the rest of your trip.  

Get acquainted with a real-life geisha during a cultural experience in Tokyo. An intimate encounter designed for travelers interested in Japanese culture, this tour includes a geisha performance, traditionally featuring songs, dances, and games, and refreshments such as tea and sweets. Learn about the history of the geisha and upgrade to include lunch and unlimited drinks.

Slip on a kimono and savor a multi-course kaiseki dinner while you’re entertained by a geisha performance. A host greets you at an authentic Japanese restaurant in Tokyo during this 3-hour evening experience. Settle in with a small group as you’re served traditional dishes and converse with the geisha who are trained in dance, music and the art of communication.

This is the ideal pick for first-time visitors to Tokyo. Avoid the tourist traps and benefit from having a guide to take you to secret places that locals love in Ueno. Visit exciting local haunts that you likely wouldn’t find alone such as a standing bar, and a tavern. Learn about the type of food and drinks locals eat and get the chance to try delicious ramen.

Ueno Park is a large public park located in the center of Tokyo's busy city. Originally, the park grounds used to be part of Kaneiji Temple and used to be one of the city's largest and wealthiest temples during the Edo Period. The park offers a great range of museums to visit in which all are decorated by beautiful cherry blossoms iconic to the country of Japan.

Located north-east of the heart of Tokyo, Ueno has been a perfect destination for those who desire good food and cultural exploration. What makes Ueno distinctively unique is its dynamic blend of contrasts; chaos and serenity, urban development and natural beauty, modernity and tradition, common touch and nobility. Ueno Park is located on what was once the grounds of the largest, most prestigious temple in Edo (old Tokyo), from the the 17th to 19th century. It is one of the most beloved cherry-blossom viewing spots in Tokyo. Local Japanese and tourists flock together for shopping and eating at its nearby district Ameyoko, where you will find a countless number of unique bars and dining places. While tasting the foods and enjoying the atmosphere of the area, you will find yourself becoming welcomed as a local in this friendly community.

A guided private tour that will make your tour time and itinerary the way you want! You can choose from 4, 6, 8 and 10 hours for the tour. It will tour 4 hours (2 places of tourist attraction), 6 hours (4 places), 8 hours (6 places), 10 hours (8 places). You can choose from Tokyo's standard and popular attractions. Make it your own way! Destination list Tsukiji Outer Market,Senso-ji Temple,Tokyo Sky Tree, Ueno Zoo,Shibuya Scramble Crossing,Meiji Jingu Shrine,Tokyo tower,Shinjuku Gyoen,Owl Cafe,Hedgehog Cafe,Hamarikyu Garden,Imperial Palace. This is a private tour using public transport. You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the tourist sites (destinations)you want to visit. For details of the tour, you can look at the what to expect section and inclusions excursions section of this web page.

Let's go to 2-hour food tour of Japan’s capital. Accompanied by a guide, visiting several popular bars and restaurants.  Sample Japanese food is just like yakitori, japanese sake and monjayaki Deepen your knowledge of Japanese culinary and cultural traditions and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour limited to 8 people. 2-hour food tour of Tokyo’s nighttime food scene, with all tastings!

Cover more ground than possible on foot and visit places inaccessible to tour buses on this guided cycling tour around eastern Tokyo. Cycling in a small group, see such landmarks as the Tokyo Sky Tree and pedal through neighborhoods including Ueno, Asakusa, and Akihabara, making stops at shrines, temples, and traditional shopping streets. En route, stop for an included traditional Japanese lunch and snack.

Take a break from the dazzling neon of Tokyo's best-known areas and explore the Ueno neighborhood like a local. In a small group of no more than 10 people, stroll through the traditional streets and the sprawling Ueno Park, and visit a local market and restaurants to eat sushi, tempura, yaki niku, and dessert.

After selecting your preferred choice of transportation from an alphard, van or bus, your group will explore the city of Tokyo at your own pace and customise the day to see only what you want to, all with the help of a guide/driver. Design your own itinerary and experience the biggest city of Japan. Example tour route: Route A: Tsukiji Fish Market -- Senso-ji Temple --Tokyo Skytree -- Imperial Palace Route B: Senso-ji Temple -- Tokyo Skytree -- Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue -- Meiji Jingu Shrine -- Omotesando and Harajuku Route C: New Tsukiji Fish Market (Toyosu Market) -- Tokyo Tower -- Imperial Palace -- Akihabara -- Senso-ji Temple Route D: Asakusa -- Tokyo Skytree -- Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum -- Imperial Palace

Shintoism is an ancient religion that originates in Japan. On this tour, you’ll gain a better understanding of Japanese culture, and religious beliefs by exploring the city with a Shintoism expert. By traveling with a guide, you won’t have to worry about navigating, and you’ll learn things that you wouldn’t find out otherwise. It’s ideal for travelers with limited time as you’ll see three shrines on one tour. As you explore the shrines, you’ll learn how to purify yourself, pray for good fortune, and attract success.

Tokyo is a city with many hidden gems and is an ideal place for those who want a photoshoot to capture their memories here in the city. In this 1.5 hour photo session, walk around Tokyo with your English-speaking professional photographer as you pose and capture these special moments. 

Choose 4 destinations you are interested in and take a private tour with the guide! You can choose from Tokyo's standard and popular attractions. Make it your own way! Destination list Tsukiji Outer Market, Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree, Ueno Zoo, Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku Gyoen,Owl Cafe, Hedgehog Cafe, Maid Cafe, Hamarikyu Garden, Imperial Palace This is a private tour using public transport.Hotel pick up included. You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the tourist sites (destinations)you want to visit. For details of the tour, you can look at the what to expect section and inclusions excursions section of this web page. Tour information and fare revision on May 27

A chauffeured private tour is the perfect way to see Tokyo if you have a limited time or want to get your bearings in the city. Enjoy round trip transportation from your accommodation in a luxury vehicle. Relax on a full day excursion that showcases the diversity of Tokyo, from its high tech present to its traditional roots. Customize the tour to your must-see locations.

One of the wonders of Tokyo is that in the midst of its towering skyscrapers and futuristic technology lie some of the most beautiful gardens in the world. Our nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guides will help you efficiently enjoy a one-day private tour of the best Japanese gardens in Tokyo. Meet your guide at your hotel to start your day, then visit renowned Japanese garden lovers' paradises in Tokyo. Select gardens from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. In addition to gardens, you may also choose any famous site in Tokyo for a truly memorable experience! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

The Tokyo Full Day ‘Explorer’ Walking Tour will visit some of the most iconic locations in Tokyo and includes many interesting locations not generally visited by tourists along the way. Learn about the traditional and modern culture of Tokyo on this small group tour.    Highlights: • Tsukiji Market • Tsukiji Honanji Temple • Imperial Palace • Akihabara • Ueno • Uguisudani • Tennoji Temple • Shinjuku Station

Taste some of Japan’s most notorious delicacies on a private food tour of Tokyo’s Ginza district. Find the food experiences you want and order with the help of your English speaking guide. Open your eyes to local foods you didn’t know existed, or wouldn’t have tried on your own. If you want to try blowfish, horse sashimi, or whale, this is your tour; either way, your guide can adjust the menu and restaurant visits to meet your needs.

Most culinary tours in Japan only cover classics like ramen and udon, but you discover out-of-the-box treats during this adventure lovers’ food crawl. Meet an expert foodie for a daring expedition through the savory streets of Ginza, packed with local eateries. Get a taste of only-in-Japan delicacies like blowfish (fugu) and horse meat, while also making time for standbys like sushi and yakitori.

This private and customizable tour for Tokyo is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

An intimate walking tour is the perfect way for your small group to experience Tokyo. Make the most of your time as your private guide takes you to the attractions on your list and shows you sights most tourists don’t get to see. Enjoy the pace of a walking tour that showcases the diversity of Tokyo, from its high tech present to its traditional roots. Customize the tour to your must-see locations.

This private and customizable tour for Tokyo is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

With a kimono guide, you can enjoy a full-fledged tea ceremony to a history commentary. At the tea house, you can drink matcha with 15 kinds of authentic tea bowls that change every month. This is an explanation of the Edo period, a period that symbolizes Japan in visiting temples. A special feature of this tour is that you can enjoy them all with a unique kimono guide. At the end of the 4-hour tour, you will have time to go out and talk about each other's lifestyle. You can also talk casually while eating Japanese food at a well-established store in Ueno. Walk along Ueno ’s royal road while enjoying it from a local perspective. If you participate in this tour, you can enjoy both Ueno history and Japanese life. The route is basically decided, but you can change it as you wish within the time.