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Tokyo Tower: The Origin of the City
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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Zojoji Daimon Great Gate, Across from Familymart
Languages
English, Spanish
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Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Discover how the world’s biggest city was built on a foundation of destruction. Tokyo is a survivor of both the deadliest fire and the biggest bombing raid in human history—this is the story of how it rose from the ashes to become the futuristic metropolis of today.
You will learn about:
Survival: How Shoguns and Samurai adapted to life in a "City of Fire."
Religion: We see a traditional "Houyou" Prayer ceremony take place.
Rebirth: How Tokyo Tower kickstarted Japan's skyscraper boom.
Politics: The shocking, hidden connections between New Religions, the Government, and the Yen.
Influence: How the US Occupation transformed Roppongi from a military base into a nightlife hub. Places we visit:
Zōjō-ji Temple: The spiritual center of the Tokugawa Shoguns. Tokyo Tower: The icon of Japan’s post-war miracle.
Reiyukai Shakaden: The futuristic "spaceship" temple.
Nishikubo Hachiman Shrine: An ancient shrine hidden in the city.
Azabudai Hills: The face of modern Tokyo.
The tour concludes at Azabudai Hills, where we’ll show you how to access a secret observatory to view Tokyo Tower in all its glory.
You will learn about:
Survival: How Shoguns and Samurai adapted to life in a "City of Fire."
Religion: We see a traditional "Houyou" Prayer ceremony take place.
Rebirth: How Tokyo Tower kickstarted Japan's skyscraper boom.
Politics: The shocking, hidden connections between New Religions, the Government, and the Yen.
Influence: How the US Occupation transformed Roppongi from a military base into a nightlife hub. Places we visit:
Zōjō-ji Temple: The spiritual center of the Tokugawa Shoguns. Tokyo Tower: The icon of Japan’s post-war miracle.
Reiyukai Shakaden: The futuristic "spaceship" temple.
Nishikubo Hachiman Shrine: An ancient shrine hidden in the city.
Azabudai Hills: The face of modern Tokyo.
The tour concludes at Azabudai Hills, where we’ll show you how to access a secret observatory to view Tokyo Tower in all its glory.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:
- Zojo-ji Temple
- Tokyo Tower
- Nishikubo Hachiman Shrine
- Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower
- Reiyukai Shakaden Temple
Our Guides
Ethan
Juan Pablo
On arrival
We'll be right in front of the large gate of Zojoji Daimon, across from the Familymart, out from Exit A6 of Daimon Station. Look for the orange flag!
Free Cancellation
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.
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