Top Tokyo Architecture Tours

Take a stroll through the heart of Tokyo and learn about the city’s prominent architecture during a 3-hour walking tour with an expert guide. Depart in the morning or afternoon for Omotesando Street, which features a range of traditional and contemporary buildings designed by esteemed Japanese and international architects. Learn about design features and soak up the bustling street life on this small-group tour.

Walk the local streets Kameido, guided by the towering Skytree.Travel to Japan and visit the Oshiage area to enjoy a walk towards the Skytree, whilst dropping by hidden shrines on the way. One of the shrines offers a great photo opportunity of the Skytree.

Explore the modernist architectural heritage of Japan during this small-group, 3-hour walking tour with an expert scholar, covering the Tokyo neighborhoods of Harajuku, Omotesando and Roppongi. Follow a local scholar as you learn the principles behind Japanese design philosophy, touching on its influence across architecture, fashion and art. Along the way you’ll visit some of Tokyo’s most interesting modern skyscrapers, explore the subcultures of Harajuku and stop by the Meiji shrine for an example of traditional architecture. This intimate tour, limited to just 6 guests, ensures a personalized experience.

Enjoy a tour in the heart of Edo (one of the former names of Tokyo)The Imperial Palace has been located in the center of the great metropolice since the Edo (1603-1868) period. You may have seen photos of its exterior; the moat, bridges, stone walls and gates, but did you know that you could go inside, too? In this tour, you will visit the art gallery with displays of Japanese art and craft, the ruins of the Edo Castle and a beautiful park full of greenery, all within the grounds of the palace. You can also enjoy the views of the contrast between the modern Marunouchi office buildings and the traditional and historic grounds of the Imperial Palace.Learn about the history behind all the locations you visit at the Imperieal Palace and its surrounding area.

Discover Roppongi in the light of its famous architecture.Travel to Japan and explore Roppongi's unique architecture. This tour will take you to Roppongi Hills; tv asahi; The National Art Center, Tokyo; the Suntory Art Museum and more!

Get pumped for the Olympics with this insider’s walking tour of Harajuku and Omotesando, covering landmarks like Yoyogi Stadium. Tours are fully customizable, offering a mix of top attractions and under-the-radar sites, overlooked by most tourists. Browse the boutiques along Tokyo’s own “Rodeo Drive,” stop for a coffee along atmospheric backstreets, and listen to an enriching primer on the city’s vibrant architectural history from your own private guide.

Be a real Tokyo local! Exploring historical / trendy places tour with a young local. (6 hours)I want to have friends living in Shinjuku area for over 25 years I'm so familiar with Tokyo and its "complicated transportation system ". So you do not have to worry about anything, just trust me!Please select two or three places:- Meiji Jingu in Harajuku (Imperial shrine)- Tsukiji Fish Market. * You can eat fresh sushi and lots of street food.- Tokyo Tower or Mori Tower or Tokyo Sky Tree.- Ginza (Famous shopping street for high-end fashion and food)- Harajuku (young people's fashion district) * I can take you to secondhand shops in there.- Akihabara (Japanese anime and game district)- Shibuya (the Busiest City in Tokyo, young and trendy district)* You can request places which are not on the list above! Let me know your preference!

Art lovers visiting Tokyo—this is the tour for you! Save hours of research time and get a guide’s shortlist of modern and historic art spots in Omotesando. Explore multiple neighborhoods including Harajuku, and Aoyama, and stop off at museums, attractions, and exhibitions along the way. Highlights include visiting Ota Memorial Museum of Art, Design Festa Gallery Harajuku, and the Spiral Garden.

This is the perfect tour for photography fans. Save hours of research time and get a shortcut to Tokyo’s most impressive panoramic views. It’s a perfect mix of modern architecture as well as historic spots too. As it’s a private tour, you’ll be able to ask lots of questions along the way. See Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple, Hamarikyu Gardens, Seaside Top Observatory, and much more.

A quiet garden, cathedral and old townhouse in the center of the city. The aim of this tour is for our guests to find inner peace. The first location of this tour is the magnificent garden of a first class hotel. Despite it being in the center of the city, the garden is enormous and rich in greenery. A stroll around the hotel grounds should help you feel calm. The next location is an impressive stone cathedral. The architecture of this building is quite amazing and the inside is sacred and peaceful. The third and final location of this tour is an old townhouse that has been renovated to be used as a coffee shop. You can experience a Japanese tea ceremony and zazen meditation here. By the end of the tour, you should feel a lot calmer and more satisfied.

Visit buildings and see articles built and created over 100 years ago.On this tour you will visit buildings that were built in the Edo and Meiji periods (1603-1912).Japan's economy grew rapidly during the stable years of the Edo period. Located just beneath the Edo Shogunate castle, Nihonbashi became the gathering point for people, goods and money, leading to the establishment of shops that dealt in high class craft and confectionery. You can still purchase high quality goods here today, including hand fans, crockery, candy and other souvenirs.Westernisation began in the Meiji period, and stone buildings, such as banks and department stores were built. These buildings stand proud today, indicating the great economic growth that Japan once experienced.

Would you think it was great if local guide familiar with Tokyo makes a perfect itinerary that satisfactions your interest? Would you like to know a bit more than what are in written in If you say "yes", why not enjoy Tokyo sightseeing with me? history, culture, religion, custom, food, art, architecture, fashion, latest amusement, I really feel happy when my guests fully enjoy their stay in Japan. I'd like to help make you trip more Memorable and enjoyable.NOTE: It's a private tour, so you can change destinations free of charge.

It would be easy to visit famous museums like MORI ART MUSEUM on your own, but how about small but nice art galleries hidden in a town? Actually so many galleries reside in Ginza approximately passing through Such galleries are really entertaining modern art works while appreciate stylish architectures on our way. Such galleries just want to nurture artists or introduce their works, so no admission fee is required. surprised to discover unexpected Ginza!If you like, I can also take you to shops selling Japanese pottery, cloisonne, swords, paper, stationary and so on, since Ginza offers almost everything you want!Let's enjoying exploring Ginza together!Note: Each gallery shown in the magazine can be closed irregularly between exhibitions. I select several galleries which are open on the day.

This private tour of Tokyo takes you to hidden scenic locations that you likely wouldn’t discover alone. Avoid the stress of getting lost by having a guide to lead the way and show you the best sights near Ginza and Marunouchi. See the upscale shopping area of KITTE, Marunouchi Building, Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, Tokyo International Forum, and many more secret spots too.

It may seem confusing at first, but by the end of the tour you will be convinced it is the best way to Get around this mega city. Get a good start of your stay in Tokyo, and get ready to start exploring more on your own!The tour is led by a licensed guide with five years of experience and very fluent in English as he was raised in the US.