Tickets en Tokyo

Acompáñanos en este recorrido en autobús turístico por Tokio, perfecto para los que visitan «el gigante que nunca duerme» por primera vez. Descubre tres puntos de referencia de la ciudad: la torre de Tokio, la plaza del Palacio Imperial y el templo Sensoji con la ayuda de un guía de habla inglesa que te acompañará en todo momento y te ayudará a aprender un poco más sobre la ciudad más grande del mundo.

Nos dirigimos a la terminal de autobuses de Hammamatsucho para embarcarte en una mañana repleta de descubrimientos. Pon rumbo a la torre de Tokio, una de las obras de la arquitectura japonesa más conocidas y maravíllate con el panorama del área del Gran Tokio o el área metropolitana de Tokio desde la plataforma de observación de la torre.

A continuación, pon rumbo al Palacio Imperial de Tokio, un amplio parque rodeado de piedras macizas y residencia oficial de la familia imperial de Japón. Delante del palacio hay una gran plaza, llamada Kokyo Gaien, que ofrece unas vistas espectaculares del puente Nijubashi y de los alrededores de este gran parque nacional.

Al acabar, pon rumbo al templo Sensoji, situado en el barrio de Asakusa, uno de los templos budistas más famosos de Tokio. El templo es uno de los 33 templos del este de Japón dedicado a la diosa Kannon. Aparte de visitar esta zona histórica, podrás pasar tiempo en la calle Nakamise, una calle con comercios que te brinda la oportunidad de comprar algún recuerdo.

Desde aquí nos dirigiremos a Akihabara a través de Ueno, hogar de la primera cafetería de Tokio. Al llegar a Akihabara, tienes la opción de bajarte de autobús y seguir por tu cuenta. Si lo prefieres, puedes seguir en el bus y contemplar la zona de camino a la estación de Tokio, donde pondremos punto final a nuestro tour.

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Te informamos que, debido a que el discurso de Año Nuevo de la familia real japonesa se lleva a cabo en el Palacio Imperial el día 2 de enero, el tour no visitará el palacio ese día (el palacio se podrá contemplar desde el autobús).

For a sweeping tour of Tokyo, spend an afternoon sightseeing to introduce you to the best views and stops around the city.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Head up to the dizzying heights of the Seaside Top
* View the famous Nijubashi Bridge in the grounds of the Imperial Palace
* See Tokyo’s most visited temple: Senso-ji
* Cruise along Sumida River for a different perspective of Tokyo

We begin the sightseeing bus tour by walking to the World Trade Center Building where you can zoom up to the observatory deck on the 40th floor of the Seaside Top for 360 degree views over the city below. Located in the heart of the city, from here you can observe life passing beneath your feet and you might even catch a glimpse of Mt Fuji.

Next stop is the Imperial Palace Plaza to admire Nijubashi Bridge and the surrounding scenery of the National Garden which forms part of the palace grounds open to the public. We cruise through the dazzling shopping district of Ginza by bus on our way to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street. Of the 33 temples in Eastern Japan dedicated to the Goddess Kannon, Asakusa Kannon is the only one in the capital (No. 13 on the pilgrimage to all 33 temples). Visit this historic area which includes Nakamise-dori, the street leading to the temple where colourful souvenirs and large paper lanterns might catch your eye. We round off the afternoon with a leisurely 40 minute cruise along the Sumida River for a different view of modern day Tokyo. Once the boat arrives at Hinode Pier, we board the bus back to Tokyo Station.

Be stunned by Tokyo’s seasonal beauty with a tour to its secret spots and striking shrines.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Browse colourful shops lining Nakamise Shopping Street
* Visit the Meji Shrine set amongst a lush location
* Discover one of Tokyo’s hidden locations at the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

Enjoy nature and culture in one with this tour that combines Tokyo’s imperial and natural beauty. Start by visiting the Meiji Shrine and contemplate its architecture; which despite being rebuilt after the WWII raids, still retains a traditional air. Behold its impressive 12 metre wooden torii gate as you walk through the entrance into a lush location blooming with seasonal flora.

From here we drive by the Japanese Government centre, the National Diet Building, on our way to the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace. This is one of Tokyo’s great hidden locations featuring a memorable Japanese garden filled to the brim with seasonal flowers. Next we make our way to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street. Of the 33 temples in Eastern Japan dedicated to the Goddess Kannon, Asakusa Kannon is the only one in the capital (No. 13 on the pilgrimage to all 33 temples). Visit this historic area which includes Nakamise-dori, the street leading to the temple where colourful souvenirs and large paper lanterns might catch your eye.

Complete your Tokyo sightseeing by visiting the essence of Tokyo modern and old.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* See Tokyo’s quintessential sites with a bus tour
* Step back in time at the Senso-ji Temple, boasting over 1,300 years of history
* Head up 350m at the Tokyo Skytree

Begin your sightseeing tour of Tokyo with a drive-by the Imperial Palace, National Diet Building, State Guest House, Ginza and Akihabara – the famed Electric Town - on our way to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street. Of the 33 temples in Eastern Japan dedicated to the Goddess Kannon, Asakusa Kannon is the only one in the capital (No. 13 on the pilgrimage to all 33 temples), boasting a history of over 1,300 years. The temple is well known for Kaminarimon, a bright red gate with a massive traditional lantern which stands at the entrance to the promenade. Visit this historic area which includes Nakamise-dori, the street leading to the temple where colourful souvenirs, traditional food stands and large paper lanterns might catch your eye.

In the same area we step back to the modern side of Tokyo – the bright, shiny and silvery Tokyo Skytree. The world’s tallest freestanding tower, this modern structure affords views all the way to Mt Fuji on a good day. Head up to the first observation deck located 350 metres in the air and soak in the breathtaking views over the city skyline.

Live the buzz and excitement of the largest marketplace in Japan and home your sushi-making skills with a workshop led by a sushi chef.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Tour the outer area of the Tsukiji Fish Market with your guide and soak up the bustling atmosphere
* See local delicacies on sale at specialty shops
* Learn to make sushi in the hands of a chef

A market that comes alive well before dawn, Tsukiji Fish Market is a focal point of activity even before the sun comes up. We visit the Outer Market, through the many bustling shops with items lining market stalls all for restaurants as they prepare fresh ingredients for the day's menu. The market boasts many specialty shops selling seafood and fish eggs as well as kombu (seaweed), dried bonito, groceries, delicacies and more.

Next it’s time for your sushi-making workshop where you can learn how to prepare the perfect roll using seasonal seafood ingredients. Led by a sushi chef, participants can enjoy a fun and hands-on approach to making perfect sushi. What’s more, at the end of the workshop you can taste your own works of sushi art!

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and experience the tradition of a tea ceremony in Tokyo’s Nihonbashi.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Learn all about the traditions behind the tea ceremony with the help of a guide
* Experience the full ceremony from beginning to end
* Get familiar with an ancient Japanese art form

Just a short stroll away from Tokyo Station is where you can take part in a tea ceremony; the epitome of Japanese tradition. Here you’ll find tranquillity and a place to be at peace in a city whose fast pace and electric atmosphere will keep you on your toes. Come and take part in a spiritual ritual that will bring you back down to earth in an exercise that can help to meditate the spirit whilst enjoying Japanese green tea.

Over the course of an hour and a half, experience a traditional tea ceremony and learn all about this ancient art from your instructor at the Koomon tea ceremony room. After the ceremony, you have the rest of the day to spend as you please from the heart of the city.

Strut the streets of Roppongi in your own kimono and grab the best photo opportunities in one of Tokyo’s most cosmopolitan neighbhourhood.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Choose a kimono that suits you
* Stroll the streets of Roppongi for the best photo opportunities dressed in a kimono
* If it’s raining, enjoy a traditional tea and snack

From Daimon Station we head to Roppongi Station via subway, where we start the morning by visiting the Kimono rental shop, where you spend about half an hour choosing a kimono that suits you. You’ll be fitted a colourful and ornate kimono along with a traditional obi (sash) and geta (sandals) whilst learning all about the tradition of kimono wearing in Japan from your guide. If you’re taking part in the experience during the summer months of June to September, then a yukata (light kimono) will be offered. Still worn by Japanese on special occasions, wearing a kimono is a unique experience and one that will make your day in Tokyo a memorable one.

Once you have chosen your kimono, its then time to take to the streets of Roppongi for the best photo opportunities. Enjoy a walk through Tokyo’s cosmopolitan neighbourhood, full of entertainment venues, dressed in Japan’s most traditional dress along the city’s most multicultural streets. If it’s raining on the day of the tour, instead you will enjoy an authentic Japanese tea and snack dressed in a kimono.

Join a walking tour through Tokyo’s famous geisha district and feel the spirit and history of the Edo period in Kagurazaka.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Enjoy a guided tour through an area that has flourished for 150 years as a geisha district
* Amble down stone-paved streets and contemplate the history of the area
* You might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a geisha

From our meeting point we travel by Oedo Subway Line or JR Line to what is now the fashionable dining and shopping district of Kagurazaka. Take a guided walking tour along the cobblestone streets and traditional architecture to admire the remains of the Edo period. The neighbourhood is also an established entertainment district with many geisha houses dotted around the area, giving it a traditional atmosphere.

During our walking tour we go by the most important landmarks including Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, considered lucky for those seeking love, then to Ushigome Mitsuke and Ushigomebashi Bridge, along Kagurazaka-dori shopping street on to the Zenkoku-ji Temple, devoted to Bishamonten, with its bright red pillars. We head along Atamiyu Stairs into a smaller, more intimate area to Kagurazaka Wakahachiman Shrine, Koguri Yokocho, Geisha Shindo, Kakurenbo Yokocho, Hyogo Yokocho, Kousho-ji Temple, to Ushigome Kagurazaka and many more. Along the way you get to enjoy a delicious local Kagurazaka delicacy as you take in the atmosphere of the neighbourhood with its small, winding streets and alleyways.

Step foot in Tokyo’s most fashionable neighbourhood to explore the high streets and back streets of Harajuku.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Stroll through Japan’s fashion capital with a guide
* See and explore unique shops as well as shops owned by fashion artists
* Enjoy a delicious local delicacy along the way

We make our way to Harajuku by JR Line, where once we have arrived in Tokyo’s bustling shopping district; your guide will take you to the hot spots not to be missed. First on the agenda is Takeshita Street, where row upon row of shops line the street filled with busy shoppers. Visit the Daiso 100 Yen Shop, Tokyo’s largest shop of its kind, before making our way to Cat Street – the home of Tokyo’s vibrant street fashion and youth culture.

Next is the incredible Omotesando Hills, the city’s shopping hub with over 130 shops, situated along Omotesando; dubbed the Champs-Elysées of Tokyo. The tour also visits the famous Kiddy Land Harajuku and Jingumae Intersection before finally arriving back at Harajuku Station. What’s more, the tour includes a delicious Harajuku crepe, a local delicacy, along the way which you can choose on the day of the tour.

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With neon lights shining brightly day and night, Kabukicho is the city within a city that never sleeps.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Stroll through Tokyo’s largest entertainment district with the help of a guide
* Discover small hole-in-the-wall eateries
* Enjoy a delicious Kabukicho delicacy along the way
* End the tour in Omoida Yokocho, a small neighborhood reminiscent of Japan's Showa Era

Join your guide for a tour through Japan’s largest entertainment district with many restaurants, cinemas and nightlife venues lining its streets. You’ll be led by your guide to off the beaten path locations as well as to the neighbourhood’s bold and bright places.

Starting at Shinjuku Station, we head to the shopping area to experience as a local the district in full swing. See the charming exterior of the Shinjuku Suehirotei Theatre, one of few remaining yose (vaudeville) theatres left in the city, on our way to the Hanazono Shrine founded in the mid-17th century. Wander through the Golden Gai, the area’s buzzing bar district with many ‘hole-in-the-wall’ spots, as well as the entertainment venues and game arcades of Kabukicho, heading to Omoide Yokocho. This area comprises a small network of alleys filled with charming eateries and restaurants where along the way you can enjoy a delicious local Kabukicho delicacy. And if that’s not enough, at the end of the tour, your guide can assist you with ordering any additional food or menus for you to enjoy.