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🍡👘⛩️ Nihonbashi: experience authentic Japanese traditions in the oldest district in Tokyo
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Guru: Oca
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Registered on 09 November 2022
Hi! I'm a city planner that gets to work on the most amazing city in the world: Tokyo! I guide architecture students and visiting professionals to discover the culture behind modern Tokyo by diving deep into its origins. Join for a unique tour full of history, culture, Japanese trains and bizarre vending machines!
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Tour description
"All roads lead to Nihonbashi"
The area of Nihonbashi gathers the headquarters of some of the most important corporations in Japan. But don't be deceived by the modern look of its tall skyscrapers. This area is the oldest part of the city and gathers a unique blend of modern and old architecture.
The walk will focus on experiencing the richness of Japanese culture by visiting old craft shops, hidden shrines, and the oldest landmarks in town. We will also eat traditional Japanese desserts in a 7th generation 150 years old maker!
Come for a history tour of the past, present, and future of the Nihonbashi area. Throughout the visit, we will see how the city has modernized while protecting its old traditions in a unique cultural blend.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Mitsukoshimae Station, 2-chōme-1 Nihonbashimuromachi, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0022, Japan
Mitsukoshimae metro station, outside EXIT B5. I will be the long hair guy wearing a high visibility band 🦺
1
Outside visit
Nihonbashi Bridge
2
Outside visit
Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
3
Outside visit
Bank of Japan
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum Attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Cash payment only.
