Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku
Tokyo, Japan

Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku

Outty Ranking 53 5.0 · 13 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom ¥12,000
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Outty Ranking

53/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku worth booking?

Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku is a 3-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from ¥12,000 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 13 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
5/5 (13)
Duration
3 hours
From
¥12,000 per person

Join this small-group walking tour and explore the contrast of the modern and traditional in Tokyo’s urban landscape. Start with a visit to the Meiji Jingu and Senso-ji, the city’s most prominent Shinto and Buddhist sites. Continue with a stroll through the neighborhood of Harajuku, the epicenter of Tokyo’s youth culture.

What you get

  • Local guide
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

About this experience

Join this small-group walking tour and explore the contrast of the modern and traditional in Tokyo’s urban landscape. Start with a visit to the Meiji Jingu and Senso-ji, the city’s most prominent Shinto and Buddhist sites. Continue with a stroll through the neighborhood of Harajuku, the epicenter of Tokyo’s youth culture.

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

What you'll see and do

  1. Meiji Jingu Shrine

    This classic walking tour explores the contrast of the modern and traditional neighborhoods in Tokyo: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku. We will start the tour with a visit to the Meiji Jingu, the city’s most prominent Shinto site. Meiji Jingu was dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and his consort. Learn about Japan’s ancient religion as you visit the sanctuary, treasure house and other structures built of Japanese cypress with copper plates for the roofs.

  2. Takeshita Street

    The next stop is to stroll through the neighborhood of Harajuku, the epicenter of Tokyo’s youth culture. Harajuku is one of Tokyo’s most eclectic shopping districts and home to a distinctive style of urban fashion. If you've ever wondered where those strange outfits featured in music clips and magazines come from, well wonder no more -- it's right here in the subculture world of Harajuku.

  3. Senso-ji Temple

    Continue on visiting Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple - Senso-ji. The five-story pagoda, Thunder Gate and distinctive temple architecture are the highlight of this temple. You’ll also have the opportunity to sample lots of Japanese snacks and foods and shop for souvenirs (own expense) on the way up to the temple.

  4. BeyondTokyo

    Your tour concludes at Sensoji Temple in Asakusa.

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Tokyo

In front of the Guest Relations Desk on the third floor.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Options you can book

  • Private Tour

    A private tour with no other groups. The start time and location can be customized for your group.* Highly recommended for couples and families! * Some limitations may apply.

  • Group Tour

    This classic walking tour explores the contrast of the modern and traditional in Tokyo’s urban landscape. Starting with a visit to the Meiji Jingu and Sensoji, the city’s most prominent Shinto and Bud

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
BeyondTokyo

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Photos

Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku, photo 2

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

10 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Food and drink

2 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Good for families

2 mentions

Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

Traveler reviews

13 verified traveler reviews for Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Ruth_K · November 2019

Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommended!

Highly recommended we thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The tour enabled us to quickly see very interesting and amazing places in our very short time in Tokyo, Our tour guide was Masaki, great fun to be with and gave us fun questions to occupy our time travelling from one place to another. His knowledge of the places we saw was excellent - information we otherwise would not have known. It was just the two of us, so we had a very personalised time with him, which felt that we were with a good friend rather than a guide. Viator was super efficient and quick on correspondence and Masaki a credit to them. Thank you Masaki!

via Viator

ctlisab · April 2019

Awesome Tour

We just had a great tour with Masaki! He was super knowledgeable about the city, Shrines, Temples, Tokyo and the culture and its people. But we chatted about so much more and he gave us a genuine peek into the Japanese family, traditions, superstitions, food, trends, sports, education system, etc. He had train passes, maps and visual aides, and treats to sample. He was the highlight of our time in Tokyo! I highly recommend.

via Tripadvisor

IRCS100 · August 2018

The Local Perspective

Our tour guide Makdai-san was excellent, not only showing us the sites but providing a great perspective on Japanese life, culture and history - why things are the way they are and how they’re changing. He even encouraged us to be ‘locals’ and go into a photo booth in Harujuku. He kept everyone in our family interested and entertained. It was great tour to start our visit to Tokyo and would highly recommend it.

via Viator

Jonathan S · June 2018

Great Tour! Best way to start a Tokyo trip!!

We had a great day with Masaki! It was raining very hard but Masaki kept a positive attitude and we pushed through having lots of fun and great conversation. Masaki was very informative and kept things fresh by showing us a modern perspective of Japan today. We visited the Meiji shrine and other traditional spots, but Masaki went out of his way for us to understand the modern culture in Japan. For this he prepared lots of fun surprises. Do not hesitate to book this tour on your first day in Tokyo!!!! Perfect start to a Tokyo trip.

via Tripadvisor

Wendy B · February 2018

Masakai San was an excellent guide...

<p>Masakai San was an excellent guide. Punctual pick up and a witty, informative, interested and interesting guide. He put some fun surprises in the tour which we won’t detail. Highly recommend this tour!</p>

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
6+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Sat, Sun
Price range
¥12,000 to ¥20,000
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
5
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 53

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
Review evidence (18% weight)37
Booking momentum (14% weight)30
Value for money (12% weight)20
Listing quality (10% weight)75
Local standing (8% weight)59
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

How much does Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku cost?

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Prices start at ¥12,000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

Is Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour, Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

What is included in Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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Included: Local guide; and Complimentary Wi-Fi. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Food and drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Where is the meeting point for Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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In front of the Guest Relations Desk on the third floor. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

What languages is Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku offered in?

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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

What happens to Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku if the weather is bad?

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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply.

What do travelers say about Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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Across 13 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

What booking options are available for Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku?

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There are 2 options to choose from, including Private Tour, Group Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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