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Explore Tokyo's history on a walking tour of Asakusa, Kappabashi & Ueno.
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji), Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes), and Ueno's bustling Ameya Yokocho market. A journey into local history and culture.
Explore Tokyo's history on a walking tour of Asakusa, Kappabashi & Ueno.
ⒸReelu/Take a walking tour through Tokyo's traditional areas: Asakusa (Kaminarimon, Senso-ji), Kappabashi (known for food samples & Japanese dishes), and Ueno's bustling Ameya Yokocho market. A journey into local history and culture.
A historical walking tour of the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station
ⒸReelu/Starting from the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, this tour will take you on a walking tour of historical sites and modern sophisticated cityscapes with a guide. This 2.5 hour tour is perfect for those who want to get to know Tokyo in depth.
A historical walking tour of the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station
ⒸReelu/Starting from the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, this tour will take you on a walking tour of historical sites and modern sophisticated cityscapes with a guide. This 2.5 hour tour is perfect for those who want to get to know Tokyo in depth.
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[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Japanese Sashiko Embroidery workshop
What you'll doYou have an experience of Sashiko embroidery stitching through making "Sashiko fukin"."Sashiko fukin" is known as dish towel in Japan and very popular Sashiko learning item for novices. This item is very practical. After finishing to make, you can use it as handkerchief, lunch mat, wrapping something like sandwich, flower base mat etc.The size is approx. 33cm×33cm.Although you cannot finish the stitching during the experience, you will get knowledge and skill how to complete it by yourself. Therefore you can enjoy the stitching even at home.Step 1: Choose a Sashiko pattern and a thread color.I've provided you with many sort of Sashiko cloths which is printed on a fabric and thread colors. Please enjoy picking your favorite one out.Step 2: Preparation.I introduce how to treat for a fabric and a thread before doing stitch.Step 3: Do Sashiko stitching.After showing my demonstration to you, you will start stitching on the cloth you chosen. This time makes you enjoy and relax!Step 4: Explain Sashiko basic role and tips.Before closing the session, I explain about general order of stitching, things to watch out for, tips and so on.
[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Japanese Sashiko Embroidery workshop
What you'll doYou have an experience of Sashiko embroidery stitching through making "Sashiko fukin"."Sashiko fukin" is known as dish towel in Japan and very popular Sashiko learning item for novices. This item is very practical. After finishing to make, you can use it as handkerchief, lunch mat, wrapping something like sandwich, flower base mat etc.The size is approx. 33cm×33cm.Although you cannot finish the stitching during the experience, you will get knowledge and skill how to complete it by yourself. Therefore you can enjoy the stitching even at home.Step 1: Choose a Sashiko pattern and a thread color.I've provided you with many sort of Sashiko cloths which is printed on a fabric and thread colors. Please enjoy picking your favorite one out.Step 2: Preparation.I introduce how to treat for a fabric and a thread before doing stitch.Step 3: Do Sashiko stitching.After showing my demonstration to you, you will start stitching on the cloth you chosen. This time makes you enjoy and relax!Step 4: Explain Sashiko basic role and tips.Before closing the session, I explain about general order of stitching, things to watch out for, tips and so on.
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[Setagaya, Tokyo] Experience Japanese dance in yukata, welcoming foreign visitors to Japan
[Japanese dance just 20 minutes from Shinjuku] 16 minutes on the Odakyu Line express train from Shinjuku Station, and a 1-minute walk from Seijo Gakuenmae Station. Learn how to dress, learn manners, and learn dance. You can choose from "Sakura Sakura," "Ue o Muite Arukou," or "First Love" as your lesson song. If there are other participants, the song will be "Sakura Sakura." Participation in groups of four is recommended. For groups of five or more, please book two lessons consecutively. Lessons will be held in rotation. There is also a space for those not participating to observe. You can also experience the experience in your original clothes! Children 5 and under are free.
[Setagaya, Tokyo] Experience Japanese dance in yukata, welcoming foreign visitors to Japan
[Japanese dance just 20 minutes from Shinjuku] 16 minutes on the Odakyu Line express train from Shinjuku Station, and a 1-minute walk from Seijo Gakuenmae Station. Learn how to dress, learn manners, and learn dance. You can choose from "Sakura Sakura," "Ue o Muite Arukou," or "First Love" as your lesson song. If there are other participants, the song will be "Sakura Sakura." Participation in groups of four is recommended. For groups of five or more, please book two lessons consecutively. Lessons will be held in rotation. There is also a space for those not participating to observe. You can also experience the experience in your original clothes! Children 5 and under are free.
Tokyo Harajuku Tour: From Meiji Park to Takeshita Street to Shibuya Crossing
Start a wonderful trip to Harajuku! Experience the fusion of tradition and modernity, tranquility and bustle!Let us show you the history of Japan, explore the kawaii culture, and experience the bustle of Shibuya Crossing!
Tokyo Harajuku Tour: From Meiji Park to Takeshita Street to Shibuya Crossing
Start a wonderful trip to Harajuku! Experience the fusion of tradition and modernity, tranquility and bustle!Let us show you the history of Japan, explore the kawaii culture, and experience the bustle of Shibuya Crossing!
Asakusa Cultural Day Tour & Geisha Dance Show
ⒸPIXTA/Explore the traditional charm of Tokyo's downtown Asakusa, which retains the Edo period atmosphere. Visit iconic spots like Kaminarimon Gate, Senso-ji Temple, and Nakamise Street.
Asakusa Cultural Day Tour & Geisha Dance Show
ⒸPIXTA/Explore the traditional charm of Tokyo's downtown Asakusa, which retains the Edo period atmosphere. Visit iconic spots like Kaminarimon Gate, Senso-ji Temple, and Nakamise Street.
Tokyo Oldest Sake Brewery and Retreat Tour
ⒸState Line/Experience the serene beauty of Okutama while enjoying a sake tasting tour. Judge and evaluate sake based on color, aroma, and taste. This unique tour offers a memorable blend of nature and sake.
Tokyo Oldest Sake Brewery and Retreat Tour
ⒸState Line/Experience the serene beauty of Okutama while enjoying a sake tasting tour. Judge and evaluate sake based on color, aroma, and taste. This unique tour offers a memorable blend of nature and sake.
Tokyo: 3-hour Guided E-Bike Tour of the City's Hidden Gems
See Tokyo in a unique way on an e-bike tour. Explore the city with a guide as you cruise past famous locations like the Tokyo Stations, and the Imperial Palace, and discover lesser-known gems.
Tokyo: 3-hour Guided E-Bike Tour of the City's Hidden Gems
See Tokyo in a unique way on an e-bike tour. Explore the city with a guide as you cruise past famous locations like the Tokyo Stations, and the Imperial Palace, and discover lesser-known gems.
Tokyo Koganei City Shojin Ryori (Vegetarian Cuisine) Cultural Experience - Sankoin Temple
Sankoin Temple is the only temple in Tokyo that offers "Take no Gosho Ryu Shojin Ryori" (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), inherited from the imperial aristocratic culture of female Buddhist priests in Kyoto.Using seasonal vegetables and fruits, the cuisine is simple and elegant. Combined with Zen explanations and a tranquil garden, it offers a cultural experience to calm the mind and body.
Tokyo Koganei City Shojin Ryori (Vegetarian Cuisine) Cultural Experience - Sankoin Temple
Sankoin Temple is the only temple in Tokyo that offers "Take no Gosho Ryu Shojin Ryori" (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), inherited from the imperial aristocratic culture of female Buddhist priests in Kyoto.Using seasonal vegetables and fruits, the cuisine is simple and elegant. Combined with Zen explanations and a tranquil garden, it offers a cultural experience to calm the mind and body.
Hama-rikyu Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Tokyo Metropolitan Archaeological Research Center
Admission: Free
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
* Building Closure for Major Renovations Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Building Closure Schedule: To be closed from May 7, 2026, until the fiscal year of 2028 ・Main Hall, Meeting and Conference Rooms, and other facilities: To be closed from May 7, 2026 ・Recital Hall: To be closed from May 14, 2026 * The Music Library will be closed from April 1, 2026
Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Tonogayato Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
Tokyo Waterworks Historical Museum
Admission: Free
Kiyosumi Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens
Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association