Guided group Walking tour operated by True Japan Tours. We will visit the former Edo Castle, which was the political center of Japan until the mid-19th century, and Nihonbashi, the commercial district of the city. In Nihonbashi, we will visit old stores and experience good old Tokyo as well as product-making establishment. This tour also includes a visit to the government and commercial district of 17th century Japan (Edo).
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The Imperial Palace and Nihonbashi Tour
The Highlight
・A nationally qualified expert will accompany you.
・We will learn about the long history of the Japanese imperial family and see their main residence, the Imperial Palace.
・Walk through the town of Nihonbashi, where the old and new of Japan are in harmony
The Experience
Visit the Imperial Palace, the home of Japan’s Imperial Family
Tour the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace and see beautiful seasonal flowers and the ruins of Edo Castle, the home of the powerful shoguns
Walk through historical Nihonbashi, Japan’s major commercial district for over 400 years
Try delicious dashi soup stock at a 300-year-old business
Visit Yamamoto Nori Shop, a long-established seaweed store.
Visit Kiya, a specialty knife store..
Learn about washi, traditional Japanese paper, at a centuries-old paper store
Taste a variety of sake at Toyama-kan prefectural store
The walking tour starts from Tokyo Station, the starting point of Japan's rail network, to the Imperial Palace, where the Emperor and Empress reside, and see Modern Tokyo, with modern buildings visible on both sides.
We will then walk through Otemon Gate into the East Gardens, which was the political center of the city from the early 17th to the 19th century. There, we will visit the Banya (guard house), the ruins of the Honmaru (main citadel), and other sites. We will then take the subway to Nihonbashi Station. ※Please note that we cannot visit the Imperial Palace as this is off-limit for guests. Instead, we will visit the ground of the former Shogun's castle.
In front of the mural, Kiyo-dai-shoran, located in the subway station Nihonbashi, you will feel as if you were transported back in time to 17th century Nihonbashi. The tour will visit Nihonbashi as a commercial district that continues to this day, and will include visits to the following stores: Learn about dashi (Japanese soup stock) and experience making dashi soup at Nibende. Observe the process of making yaki-nori at Yamamoto Nori. At Kiya, observe the sharpening of knives. At Kozu Washi, visitors will see washi art and beautiful washi crafts. If there is vacancy, you can even try to make washi yourself.
Visit Nihonbashi Toyama-kan, where you will be introduced to a restaurant and sake tasting experience.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- English
- Japanese
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
・This is a shared program. Multiple groups may take this program at once.
・ Please follow the instructions of the guide during the program. We will not be responsible for any accidents that may occur due to disobedience of the guide's instructions.
・The program duration stated is only approximate. Please note that the duration of the experience may vary depending on the situation and the number of guests.
・The schedule of the town walking tour is subject to change due to facility conditions and weather. In that case, the guide will guide you to another alternative location.
・ If you require special assistance during the program due to any of the following: religious reasons, physical conditions, illness, allergies, or the age of children, please be sure to indicate this in the remarks section of the reservation form at the time of application. Please note that we cannot guarantee any arrangements or changes to the program without prior inquiry.
・This program is typically held in English.
・The minimum number of participants is 2. ※The same charge applies to travelers over the age of six.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 15 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 3 ~ 14 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel on 2 day(s) before departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 1 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)