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Sōka, Saitama, Japan

Sōka

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Sōka

Step into Sōka, Saitama, where cherry blossoms dance on the breeze and sweet Sōka senbei beckon! Explore vibrant markets filled with tantalizing treats, stroll through peaceful parks, and immerse in local culture. With charming temples and friendly faces around every corner, Sōka is the perfect pit stop for a delightful taste of Japan's authentic heart!

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Tokyo Private Discovery Tour | Unique Insights & Must Sees

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Harajuku Meiji Shrine Walking Tour in Tokyo

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Chill Out in Tokyo: Personalized Private Tours with Local Friends

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Private Customizable Walking Tour of Tokyo

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Harajuku Private Tour: Kawaii Fashion & Animal Cafe Included

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Tokyo Private Walking Tour Hidden Gems and Icons

⚫︎Access to lesser-known, everyday neighborhoods that most visitors would never discover on their own. Step into Tokyo’s quieter, more relaxed local areas and experience the city beyond the usual tourist spots. ⚫︎Popular places ⚫︎Navigated by Shino, a Japanese certified tour guide with top-ranked English communication skills snd deep knowledge of Japan ⚫︎Practice your Japanese along the way Come with curiosity and leave with authentic stories, meaningful encounters, and memories that will stay with you long after your journey ends!

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Tokyo Early Morning Tour Asakusa Meiji Shrine Private Opt

Ran by @guidemejapan on Instagram. Please check our Instagram for visual examples of our wonderful guides! Whether you’re only in Tokyo for the morning or want to avoid the crowds of tourists, this early morning tour of the city lets you experience the city at its most tranquil. In this tour, we will visit Asakusa, Tsukiji Fish Market, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Shibuya Crossing, alot of these sites are unmissable if you are in Tokyo! After your sightseeing session, you will still have much of the afternoon and onwards to explore thanks to your early start. As a bonus, learn how to use the city’s public transit from your guide. - Beat the crowds at popular Tokyo attractions such as Kaminari Gate - Take photos of the city with less pedestrians blocking your shots - Choose from multiple early AM tour options for flexibility - Enjoy a calmer experience with a maximum of 8 per group

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Tsukiji Fish Market: Street Food Tour with Tasting

Enjoy a food tour at the world's largest fish markets with a special set provided by your guide. You'll learn about artisan techniques, flavor-enhancing methods, and Japanese food culture. - Premium sushi or a seafood rice bowl, Wagyu beef skewer, Wagyu menchi katsu, Tamagoyaki (sweet omelette), Grilled eel, Shumai (dumpling), and a Strawberry dessert. - Special wasabi set by our guide - Further enhances the flavor - Craftsmanship of Tsukiji's artisans in Japanese cuisine - Traditional preservation techniques that enhance umami - Rich history of the fish market and its role in Japanese culinary culture

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Tokyo Ueno Food Tour Sushi Ramen and Local Favorites

Welcome to Ueno, the birthplace of Tokyo!
Before Shibuya, Shinjuku and Harajuku even existed, this was the heart of Edo more than 400 years ago. That history shaped the flavours of Japan, and today Ueno remains one of the best places to taste real local food made with heart!
 Our CEO was born and raised right here, so this tour takes you to the places locals actually love <3 

The restaurants and izakayas we visit are not trendy or touristy, but warm, authentic and full of character, places that have been serving delicious Japanese food for generations :)
 We sit down at each stop and enjoy a variety of classic favourites like freshly prepared sushi, Gyoza, grilled yakitori skewers, Ramen and much more! Our guides are the number one reason guests love this tour Friendly, energetic, and full of stories they bring the food and the neighbourhood to life! Whether you are a couple, family, or traveling solo, we want you to leave with a real connection to Ueno and its culinary history!

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making – Beautiful Sushi Bento

Create your own beautiful—and surprisingly delicious—sushi bento in just one hour in the heart of Tsukiji Market. Make 10 pieces of sushi with fresh, high-quality ingredients from trusted Tsukiji specialty shops, then arrange each piece in a handcrafted wooden bento box made especially for this experience. Many first-time guests are surprised by how delicious their handmade sushi tastes—the quality starts with the ingredients. Along the way, use authentic Japanese sushi tools, try a professional Japanese knife when making your tuna roll, and enjoy a surprise encounter with real fresh wasabi. The family behind this experience has more than 100 years of connections with people in Tsukiji Market, making it possible to share ingredients, tools and craftsmanship valued by food professionals. Beginner- and family-friendly, with simple English guidance and complimentary photos taken by our staff.

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Private Day Tour in Tokyo with Government-Licensed Guide

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Tokyo Guided Electric Kart Tour

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Tokyo City & Street Photo Workshop

What’s the Story? Peering up in awe at monolithic steel and glass towers, one can’t help but feel small. Capture that feeling in your photographs, juxtaposing tiny human forms against cold and sterile structures. Contrast the artificial and man-made with the organic—hints of nature and human life surrounded by the Tokyo metropolis. What We’ll Shoot We will learn how to create compelling images of architectural elements and the people that populate the city’s concrete environs. You’ll be coached on using composition concepts like leading lines, negative space, and juxtaposition. We’ll practice using these techniques to convey a variety of narratives. Where We’ll Explore Our journey will begin in Shiodome—a district walled in with glass and steel skyscrapers. From here we will head to Ginza, famed for its broad avenues lined with intricate examples of avant-garde architecture. Afterward, we will end up in Yurakucho where we will explore the innards of the monolithic Tokyo International Forum.

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Daikoku PA Tokyo Night JDM Culture tour

Quick photo coaching at Zojoji Temple (near Tokyo Tower), shop browsing and culture commentary at A PIT Shinonome, then Daikoku Parking Area to photograph and learn about Tokyo’s JDM scene (subject to nightly conditions). Important Disclosure (Road Transportation Act): - You are paying for guiding and photography support only. Transportation is not sold. - Any ride in the guide’s private car, if it occurs, is a free, incidental courtesy. Only actual out‑of‑pocket costs may be reimbursed (fuel, expressway tolls, parking, transport‑service insurance if applicable, vehicle rental if applicable). No driving labor fee, vehicle usage fee, or profit margin. - No price difference based on pick‑up/drop‑off (apart from reimbursement of actual expenses). - Route and timing may change due to weather, traffic, or local conditions. Notes ⚠️ (Important Disclosure) Please note: Vehicles used are regular TOYOTA cars, not modified JDM vehicles.

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Official Street Go Kart Tour Akihabara 2nd

You have seen it on Social Media, now it's your turn to try it! Re-discover Tokyo with the pioneer of eccentric touring, driving a go kart around the city dressed up in your favorite characters from Comics, Games, and Anime!!  Yes you can actually drive our karts on the streets of Tokyo. Your tour will be lead by professional guides that will make sure your experience is not only fun but safe!  This is an experience of a lifetime, and a great story to tell your friends and family, and to share on Social Media!

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ENJOY-ALL-SHINJUKU《Red Light District Walking》with DEEPest info!

We'll explore Shinjuku city & Kabukicho (Red right district) in Tokyo! You'll have all of Japanese REAL side of Tokyo, culture & tradition with deepest information in only local side! We really wanna you enjoy our interesting, unique, crazy & cool city! So our places & information are absolutely DEEP & REAL. A best way to tourist enjoy to area, need to introduce both famous places and places that avoid tourist spots in our opinion. We're sure about we can change your mind about what’s the Tokyo. Don’t experience just surface of Japan. Please enjoy the Real Japan with us! We're guiding people Since 2018 in Tokyo: 50,000+ guests, 4,000+ reviews, 4.98⭐ average so far!!! If we could work for your trip will be beautiful, it's absolutely our pleasure! You must can be professional of Tokyo in only 1h and half!XD

$24.40
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Go Karting Tokyo Uptown Experience|7 Top Destinations in 90 Mins

Explore the charm of Tokyo’s Uptown District by Go Kart, with our tour guide and experience the thrill of touring iconic landmarks like the Tokyo Skytree, the Sumo Stadium, Tokyo Station, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, Ginza, and the famous Kabukiza; the home and birthplace of Kabuki. Our tour guides are locals, well trained, qualified, experienced and knowledgeable of the various attractions in Tokyo and the rich history behind these attractions. Experience the joy of capturing every incredible moment of the experience with stunning 360 degrees videos and photos to take with you. The Action is Yours !!

$89.89
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5/5
4 h

Tokyo Samurai Experience

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. Begin at Iidabashi Station and explore Kagurazaka, a former samurai district filled with historic temples and shrines. Learn about samurai philosophy rooted in Shinto and Buddhism as your guide brings the area’s history to life. Then enjoy a hands-on samurai experience, including wearing a kimono, watching a live-action performance, and practicing basic sword movements with safe, easy guidance. Finish with a traditional Japanese lunch at a hidden wooden restaurant with a nostalgic atmosphere, and get tips on shopping for unique souvenirs like ceramics and tea.

$161.80
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5/5
1 h

Travel Tokyo with Your Own Personal Photographer

Whether you are travelling solo, with your significant other, or with friends/family, it is always hard to get a spontaneous photo to truly capture the moment. Don't leave it up to a stranger on the street, let me show you some of my favorite spots around Tokyo whilst snapping some great shots along the way. Don't worry if you feel a little awkward in front of the camera - I will make you feel comfortable! (And we will walk around together as travel-mate! So don't worry!) This tour will show you some well-known spots plus some hidden gems around Tokyo. Just bring your smiles! If you have a Suica/Pasmo/Rail pass, make sure you have this with you. Please note this is a walking tour so please wear some comfortable shoes! *if you have any question about the photo-session, contact me thru whatsapp or imessenger

$110.00
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