Thrift, Taste, Explore: The Ultimate Shimokitazawa Free Tour

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Tokyo

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Seize the Local

Registered on 29 January 2025

We are a team of passionate Japanese travelers who love exploring hidden local gems around the world. Inspired by our own adventures, we started this tour company to share the deeper charm of our home, Japan, with visitors from abroad! We will take you beyond the typical tourist spots and into the heart of Japan's hidden gems.

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Looking for a unique local experience in Tokyo?
Join our Free Walking Tour of Shimokitazawa, one of Tokyo’s coolest and most artistic neighborhoods! Known for its vintage fashion, young artists, indie cafes, and vibrant theater culture, Shimokitazawa is a local hidden gem that every traveler should explore!

On this tour, you'll discover:

✔️ Local & Small Business – Discover vintage shops (over 300), and handmade crafts, unique souvenirs, and retro records.
✔️ Culture and History - Explore Shimokitazawa’s unique culture with a local guide - mixture of Japan's traditional culture and sub culture.
✔️ Foodie Paradise – Try out Shimokitazawa’s street food.

Tour Details:

Duration: 2 Hours
What’s NOT included?: Food & drinks (purchases are optional!)
You’ll have free time at various spots to explore, shop, and discover your favorites! Feel free to ask me anything during your free time—I'm happy to help! ( You're not obligated to make a purchase😊)
The tour ends in Shimokitazawa’s main shopping district, so feel free to continue exploring on your own!

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Tokyo’s trendiest and most creative district! See you in Shimokitazawa! 🌟

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

2-chōme-24-3 Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan

I will be waiting outside the East Exit of Shimokitazawa Station, wearing a name tag that says 'Seize The Local'.

Outside visit

Meeting Point - Shimokitazawa Station East Exit

Brief self-introduction and course explanation. Learn about Shimokitazawa’s rich history and unique culture.

Free entry

Strolling Through the Vintage Clothing Street

Discover Tokyo’s vintage fashion capital. Introduction to Shimokitazawa’s famous thrift stores and retro fashion trends.

Free entry

Local Handmade & Stationery Shop

Explore a cozy shop featuring handmade goods by Japanese artists. Find journaling materials, stamps, letter sets, mini figurines, and bags. Enjoy a cup of affordable and delicious coffee while browsing.

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).