Discover the hidden gems of Tokyo:Private Tour with a Local Guide

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1. Asakusa Nakamise Koike

   Nakamise Shopping Street is a shopping street that stretches along the main approach to Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Taito Ward, Tokyo, and is one of the oldest shopping streets in Japan.  [Characteristics] The stone-paved approach stretches for about 250 meters from Kaminarimon to Hozomon, and is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, and other establishments. There are many stores selling Japanese sweets, crafts, folk crafts, toys, and more. There are many stores offering demonstrations and where you can eat freshly made food on the spot. It is also a popular tourist destination for foreign tourists.

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2. Senso-ji Temple

   Enjoy a tour packed with interesting stories related to the development of Asakusa and Tokyo, such as the origin of the Asakusa Sanja Festival, named after two fisherman brothers who pulled up the Kannon Bodhisattva, the principal image of Sensoji Temple, in a net, and the origin of Asakusa Shrine, which enshrines the deity of Sensoji Temple.

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3. Asakusa Shrine is beloved as the guardian deity of Asakusa and is a popular shrine visited by many tourists from both Japan and abroad. [Characteristics of Shinto] A polytheistic religion that believes that gods reside in all things There is no founder, teachings, or scriptures Purity is valued, and shrines are always kept pure Buildings were erected at festival sites, and shrines were born It is deeply connected to rites of passage in life such as Shichigosan, seasonal festivals, and Coming of Age ceremonies [Teachings of Shinto] Protecting nature, and living together with nature and humans Maintaining harmony in the local community through festivals and increasing a sense of unity Praying for the prosperity of descendants, and praying for the limitless development of the nation of Japan, from the family to the region and even the Imperial Family

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4. すき焼き今半本店 Asakusa Imahan is a long-established high-end restaurant founded in Asakusa Kaminarimon during the Taisho era, and uses carefully selected Kuroge Wagyu beef.

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5. Tsubaya Knives

   The sword techniques once used by samurai have been passed down to today's Japanese knives. Honyaki refers to Japanese knives that are made by punching a single piece of steel out of a block, imitating the hon-forging technique of Japanese swords. Among these, there is a shop in Kappabashi that sells water-hardened knives, which are extremely rare and require particularly advanced techniques. Please enjoy this masterpiece created by a skilled Japanese knife craftsman. When you pick it up and look at it, you can feel its sophisticated beauty and it will make you smile. Additionally, as food professionals gather from all over Japan, you can get your hands on a variety of Japanese tableware, chopsticks, Nanbu ironware, food samples, and more.

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6. Tokyo Skytree is a 634-meter-tall freestanding radio tower, the tallest in the world. Features: It has observation decks (Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria) from which you can enjoy views of downtown Tokyo and Tokyo. Nearby facilities: Tokyo Solamachi shopping center, an aquarium, a planetarium, etc. Design: The uniforms feature the hemp leaf pattern as a symbol of the intersection of tradition and the future.

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7. Ueno Park

   It has a very large park, and is also home to the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Western Art, and Ueno Zoo, the first zoo in Japan.

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8. Imado Shrine

   Imado Shrine is said to be one of the birthplaces of the maneki-neko (beckoning cat), and there are maneki-neko (beckoning cats) scattered throughout the grounds. The shrine is said to bring good luck in matchmaking, romantic fulfillment, and marital harmony, and is bustling with women and couples praying for good relationships. There are many wonderful items available for purchase, such as charms, votive plaques, and fortune-telling slips with maneki-neko motifs. This ancient shrine with a long history is said to bring good luck in matchmaking, as the deities enshrined there are Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Izanami-no-Mikoto, who are said to be the first married couple in Japan. Since 2008, it has become widely known as a shrine that brings good fortune in finding a good partner by regularly holding matchmaking events as a place for men and women to meet.

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9. Yushima Tenmangu

   The shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning, and is famous for attracting many students taking exams. The shrine's blessings extend beyond exams, including obtaining qualifications and improving career luck. The grounds, which have a tranquil atmosphere and are also known as a famous plum blossom spot, are actually filled with many cute things. Why not spend a wonderful time here while getting the energy to take a step forward?

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10. Ameyoko Shopping Street

    "Ameyoko Shopping Street", commonly known as "Ameyoko", is one of the most famous and popular shopping streets in Japan. Its appeal is its good value for money, with high-quality products and food available at low prices. Another feature is that it has a wide variety of items, not limited to food, such as fashion and miscellaneous goods.

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11. Mimeguri Shrine

    Miwa Shrine in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, is a popular power spot known as one of the shrines on the Sumida River Seven Lucky Gods tour. [Reasons for popularity] Known as a power spot for financial luck and business prosperity A shrine with ties to Mitsui (Mitsukoshi) since the Edo period There is a rare triangular stone torii gate You can see the Skytree from the shrine grounds A lion statue from Mitsukoshi was donated to the shrine grounds There are various stone monuments, including a stone statue that is said to bring financial luck and business prosperity when touched.

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12. A unique backstreet in Akihabara, the electronics district, packed with stores selling PC peripherals. Today, it is famous as one of the world's leading electric towns, packed with stores selling home appliances and other electrical products. Of particular note is the back street known as "Junk Street," which stretches from Kuramaebashi-dori, where it intersects with Chuo-dori, to Akihabara Cultures Zone. There are rows of stores selling items that are hard to find at regular electronics stores, such as PC parts and peripherals, keyboards and cords. You can also find unusual souvenirs, with stores selling useful household goods and unique, creative goods. There are also soba restaurants, ramen shops, kebab shops and other eateries, so you can take a break between shopping. It is a 3-minute walk from the Electric Town exit of JR Akihabara Station on all lines.

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13. Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba is a consumer electronics retailer that is the core of the Yodobashi Akiba complex in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo. It boasts one of the largest sales floor areas in Akihabara, and sells computer-related products, camera equipment, home appliances, games, toys, musical instruments, and more. Features: Directly connected to the Showa Dori Exit of JR Akihabara Station, you can enter the store without getting wet in the rain. The building has a restaurant floor, making it the perfect place for leisurely shopping. A wide selection of computer-related products, including many niche items. There are also many hobby products unique to Akihabara, such as games, model trains, figurines, and trading cards. The third floor also has a corner for Japanese souvenirs and tourist products.

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14. Akihabara

    A sacred place for manga and anime that Japan is proud of. There is also a maid cafe and a large electronics store. Nearby is a shrine called Kanda Myojin, which holds one of the three festivals in Japan. Akihabara is located to the north of Tokyo Station. During the Edo period, it was a residential area for low-ranking samurai and had long been plagued by fires, but in 1870, a shrine was built to protect against fires, and the area came to be called Akihabara.

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15. Coredo Muromachi is a commercial complex located in Nihonbashi, Chuo Ward, Tokyo. It consists of high-rise buildings and shopping zones, and is home to long-established and famous stores, a movie theater, and a multipurpose hall. [Features] The stately design is reminiscent of traditional Japanese teahouses and old architecture, and is environmentally friendly. It is home to long-established and famous stores from all over Japan, retail stores such as a gold leaf specialty store and a cutlery store, and restaurants serving mainly Japanese cuisine such as Edomae sushi, clay pot rice, and Kyoto obanzai. It also has an international aspect, with apparel and general goods stores from overseas. You can experience art in the gallery and enjoy movies in the functional cinema.

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16. Kanda Shrine

    Kanda Myojin Shrine is known as a power spot for praying for victory and finding a partner, as well as for the Kanda Festival, one of the three major festivals in Edo. [Reasons why it's famous] The Kanda Festival, one of the three major festivals in Japan and the three major festivals in Edo, is famous. Popular as a power spot for praying for victory and finding a partner. It is said that Tokugawa Ieyasu visited the shrine to pray for victory before the Battle of Sekigahara. It is also popular as a sacred place for anime, and votive plaques, amulets, and goods in collaboration with anime are given out. It is said to bring various benefits, such as business prosperity, good luck in finding a partner, and academic success.

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17. Tsukiji Jogai Market

    Many foreign tourists visit Tsukiji Outer Market, and it is said that 80% of the tourists are foreigners. The appeal of Tsukiji Outer Market is that it can connect with foreign tourists through food and sushi. Tsukiji Outer Market is a shopping street adjacent to Tsukiji Market, and like other shopping streets, there are many stores that cater to the general public and tourists.  Popular activities among foreigners at Tsukiji Outer Market include the following: sushi making experience, eating rolled eggs as a snack, and easy-to-eat gourmet food.  One of the reasons for the resurgence in popularity at Tsukiji Outer Market is thought to be the change in what foreigners want and the increase in easy-to-eat gourmet food available in stores.

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18. Every day at our restaurant, we carefully select and purchase the best ingredients at Tsukiji Market, which we then carefully prepare to turn into sushi toppings. Our rice is just warm to the touch, and the size of the nigiri sushi is just the right balance between the toppings and the rice, so that we can provide our customers with fish in the best possible condition. What sets us apart from other restaurants is that we explain the origin of each piece and serve it with the perfect seasoning to suit the ingredients. At Sushidai, we strive to create a friendly and welcoming restaurant. We strive to make it a place where anyone can feel at ease. You can come and enjoy the same toppings as you would at a high-end sushi restaurant in Ginza at a reasonable price! We also have a daily recommendation list and a wide selection of dishes that you can find at sushi restaurants, so that our customers won't get bored. Please come and visit us!

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19. Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store

    The place where the oldest department store in Japan is located. In the basement of the department store, there are over 70 shops selling mainly Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, as well as bento boxes, sushi, side dishes, bread, and more. There is Mimeguri Shrine on the rooftop.

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20. Ginza Itoya Hontren

    Ginza Itoya Main Store, marked by a cute red paperclip-shaped sign, is a stationery specialty store founded in 1904 (Meiji 37). On each floor of the main building "G.Itoya" and the annex "K.Itoya", there are over 60,000 high-quality items, including Itoya originals and directly imported greeting cards, stationery, and high-end writing instruments, lined up by theme, and you'll lose track of time just by looking at them.

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21. Ginza

    Built on the remains of a silver coin foundry during the Edo period, Ginza is a town with a unique refined atmosphere and history. On Ginza Chuo-dori, the main street, there are department stores and luxury brand shops, offering global shopping. Not only can you shop on the back streets, but you can also enjoy first-class flavors at long-established and popular restaurants.

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22. Wako Main Building, a building with a clock tower that stands along the Ginza 4-Chome intersection and has long been a beloved symbol of Ginza, will be renamed "Seiko House Ginza" in 2022. It will embark on a new journey as Seiko's information hub in Ginza.

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23. The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin

    Experience old and new Tokyo on a stroll around the Imperial Palace. Wander through the tranquil oasis of the historically significant East Garden, part of the former Edo Castle site that once served as the residence of the Tokugawa Shogun during the Edo period. Get a glimpse into Japan's rich history and traditional landscape architecture. As you stroll through the carefully tended gardens, you'll encounter a variety of features, including lush greenery, tranquil ponds, graceful bridges and meticulously pruned bonsai. Admire the Ninomaru Garden, known for its beautiful landscaping and traditional Japanese garden design. Carefully arranged trees, shrubs and stone lanterns create a tranquil atmosphere perfect for meditation and relaxation. Marvel at the beauty of each season, from cherry blossoms in spring to autumn foliage, and learn about Japan's feudal history through carefully preserved structures and ruins.

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24. Kabukiza Theater

    Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art with over 400 years of history and is registered as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. You can enjoy not only the powerful performances of the highly trained actors, but also the culmination of all kinds of craftsmanship in the stage, costumes, music, and more. Kabukiza is a Ginza tourist spot where you can enjoy the traditional Japanese art of Kabuki. Its gorgeous exterior makes it stand out. Different performances are held every month, so it's a fun spot to visit each season. Even if you don't enter the theater, you can get souvenirs related to Kabuki at Kobikicho souvenir shop on the first floor, and at Kobikicho Square on the second basement floor, where a wide variety of goods and sweets are available. There are also souvenirs that are only available at the Kabukiza, so you'll lose track of time just looking around.

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25. Uniqlo Ginza

    Ginza Uniqlo is Uniqlo's global flagship store located in Ginza 6-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, and is the largest store in the world. Every floor from the 1st to the 12th floor is Uniqlo, and it boasts the world's largest selection of products. Features: Located in Ginza, the global fashion capital, it attracts customers from all over the world. It is also attracting attention as one of Ginza's top tourist attractions. It has the world's best selection of products and the latest and most fashionable items. It has "MY UNIQLO," where you can customize your UNIQLO clothes. It has a floor where you can experience the world of UT. It has a photo booth, and if you purchase a graphic T-shirt or graphic sweatshirt, you can take a photo that combines the original wallpaper and stamps.

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Discover the hidden gems of Tokyo: Private Tour with a Local Guide

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• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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