Yanaka Walking Tour: Explore Tokyo's Old Town

Explore Tokyo’s old neighborhoods, discover historic temples, and experience authentic Japanese culture on a leisurely 3.5-hour walking tour.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nezu Shrine - Explore this historic shrine with its charming Torii-lined pathway. Discover the religious traditions of Japan. Learn the art of praying, writing wishes, and receiving fortune-telling here.
  • Tennoji Temple - As one of the oldest temples in the Yanaka area, it features a large bronze seated Buddha. Enjoy a peaceful moment in this…
What's Included
  • Tour guide fee
  • Tea and coffee
  • Snacks
Additional Information

We are new to this website, but we have conducted numerous Yanaka tours, receiving many positive reviews from our satisfied customers. This walking tour is designed at a leisurely pace, allowing participants to closely experience authentic Japanese lifestyle and culture. It is suitable for most individuals with moderate fitness levels. Participants will…

Location
Nippori Station
Meet at Nippori Station . Please go to North Gate , West Exit (for Yanaka) , once you go out the exit our tour guide will wait for you at the rest area (with baggage storage coin lockers) (Please refer to the last 2 pictures for the meeting place at Nippori Station)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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A4228bgannal
Dec 23, 2025
Wonderful Introduction to Tokyo Past and Present! - My husband, 12 and 15 year old sons, and I took this tour on our first day in Japan, and all loved it. We saw everything from medieval Edo temples and shrines and centuries old wooden houses to modern mansions and everyday people’s homes; watched craftsmen at their work making and selling rice crackers (delicious!) and candies in 3rd and 4th generation businesses and also hip new bakeries and boutiques springing up in the quaint old alleyways. We learned the proper way to enter and pray in a Shinto shrine and a Buddhist temple. Sui is so kind and attentive and full of information about everything. This is the only tour we booked in Tokyo, and it was well worth it.
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3boys1lady2017
Dec 2, 2025
Old integrates with new - Good day spent with our guide Sui, exploring the local area away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Nice to see a different side of Tokyo and how the old has integrated with the new.
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Aoizam
Nov 20, 2025
Amazing Tour Guide - Tour guide was lively and her engkish was amazing. She brought enough enough for everyone herself and even added extras to the tour. 10/10 would do again Paul and Chris thank you.
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A443swbrianl
Nov 19, 2025
An insight into a more traditional side of Japan - Very glad we booked the tour. Sui was a great guide with good English and a fun sense of humour. It was interesting to learn about life in Japan from a local’s perspective and to go to less touristy places for a wonderful experience.
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Majinboo1
Nov 16, 2025
a peaceful old town tour - Sui was knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the tour. I loved that it was away from the crowds — relaxed, authentic, and truly memorable! She shared a lot of inside knowledge, which I really liked. A really great recommendation.
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Marielle_t
Nov 15, 2025
Super tour of older Tokyo, enthusiastic guide! - You will see a lot and learn a lot about the Shrines and temples... the guide told very enthusiastically and spoke good English!
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236dalye
Oct 23, 2025
Japanese old style trip - The tour took way longer than expected which is a positive note. The tour guide was very helpful and polite. The quiz with the biscuits as a reward was a nice touch.
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Mounad805
Oct 23, 2025
Sui is THE person to take a Yanaka tour with! - Sui was friendly, funny and very engaging! We felt welcomed and taken care of. She was knowledgble and gave us a great start to our journey in Japan. Totally recommend!
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Odyssey633162
Oct 20, 2025
Incredible Tour in the Old Town of Yanaka - What an incredible tour! Sui was beyond knowledgeable and we had the opportunity to explore the culture and traditions of old town Tokyo. Sui’s passion for the area and culture were really what made this a standout experience & I left understanding far more about both than I expected.
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Christinalq5683os
Oct 15, 2025
Great tour on foot! - It was so nice to visit a quiet and peaceful place in Tokyo. Our guide was great! We bought sweets, she took great photos of us, was patient and told/explained an incredible amount. She even has 1 hour coated. We had difficult participants in the group, but she acted charmingly. She even gave me her cough drops.
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From $50
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).