Tokyo Essentials: Daytime Free Tour
Overview
Led by your native guide, Yusuke, you will quickly cover the city's most crucial landmarks: Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya (Scramble Crossing and Hachi dog statue) and the Outer Garden of the Imperial Palace (the Emperor’s residence and former Shogun’s castle), offering the best photo opportunities of the Nijubashi Bridge and palace grounds.
More than just sightseeing, this tour equips you with essential knowledge for your trip:
1. Local Expertise: See Tokyo's must-see spots, ensuring a smooth and efficient route guided by a native.
2. Railway Mastery: Unlock the secrets to confidently navigating Tokyo's complex, yet indispensable, train system.
3. Cultural Insider: Gain direct insight into Japanese etiquette and the local mindset from your native guide, Yusuke.
Leave the tour feeling prepared and connected to the heart of Tokyo.
This activity includes:
- Meiji Jingu
- Shibuya Scramble Crossing
- Hachiko Statue
- Nijubashi Bridge
- Kokyo Gaien National Garden
- Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Shibuya
- Scramble Crossing
- Hachiko Dog Statue
- Imperial Palace (Nijubashi Bridge and Sakuradamon Gate)
- Government-licensed guide
- Japanese History
- Japanese Culture
- Tips to travel by train
- Manners and etiquettes
- Religions in Japan
Our Guides
On arrival
The meeting point is JR Yoyogi Station, West Exit, outside the ticket gate.
(NOT the subway station exits)
The guide is holding a sign, "Freetour.com."
Things to note
- This tour covers approximately 3-4 kilometers and includes stairs; therefore, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
- Train & subway fares of 160+180 JPY / person are required.
- Please refrain from carrying open food or drinks, as there are no public trash receptacles during the tour. Bottled beverages are permitted.
- As for tipping, cash is preferred, but contactless credit cards are also accepted.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
