Yanaka Walking Tour of Tokyo's Old Quarter Including Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza
by Localized Walking & Food Tours
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This walking tour of Tokyo's old Yanaka Quarter lasts about three hours and is led by an English-speaking local guide. The tour starts at Tennoji Temple, where visitors see the Yanaka Buddha statue dating from 1690 and learn about the temple's religious history. It then continues to Yanaka Cemetery to explore Japanese burial customs. Afterward, there is a break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari, a community space created from renovated 80-year-old wooden houses that now include a cafe, bakery, and beer hall, showing how traditional and modern lifestyles coexist. The group then visits the 100-year-old Yanaka Himalayan Cedar Tree, a local symbol. Next is Enju-ji Temple, dedicated to a god of strong legs, where visitors can view wooden boards with wishes related to foot health. The tour proceeds to Nezu Shrine, known for its many red torii gates similar to those in Kyoto, where visitors can take photos and learn about shrine etiquette. A walk down Hebimichi, a residential backstreet, offers a view of everyday Japanese life. The final stop is Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street, where the guide explains the shops and local lifestyle. Participants may try Japanese snacks and sweets, though food costs are not included. The tour includes photo opportunities throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tennoji Temple
Visitors see the Yanaka Buddha statue made in 1690 and receive explanations on the temple’s history and aspects of Japanese religion.
15 min
Yanaka Cemetery
Walk through the cemetery while learning about Japanese burial customs and traditions followed by locals.
15 min
Break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari
Take a break at this community space formed from renovated 80-year-old wooden houses that now include a cafe, bakery, and beer hall, showcasing the mix of traditional and modern lifestyles.
15 min
The Yanaka's Himalayan Cedar Tree
See the 100-year-old cedar tree which is a recognized symbol of the Yanaka area.
Enju-ji Temple
Visit this temple dedicated to a god of strong legs, where many wooden boards with wishes for foot health are displayed.
5 min
Nezu Shrine
Explore this Shinto shrine known for its many red torii gates similar to Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari, with photo opportunities and guidance on shrine etiquette.
20 min
Hebimichi Backstreet
Walk along this residential backstreet to observe daily life in a typical Japanese neighborhood.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
The local guide explains the shopping street and its shops, illustrating everyday life in Japan; visitors may try local foods and sweets (not included in the price).
20 min
Meeting point
JR Nippori station North Ticket Gate (Outside the ticket gate next to “NewDays” convenience store) Please do not be late. Our guide cannot make other guests to wait long for the late guests.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Yanaka Walking Tour of Tokyo's Old Quarter Including Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza
by Localized Walking & Food Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$72Overview
This walking tour of Tokyo's old Yanaka Quarter lasts about three hours and is led by an English-speaking local guide. The tour starts at Tennoji Temple, where visitors see the Yanaka Buddha statue dating from 1690 and learn about the temple's religious history. It then continues to Yanaka Cemetery to explore Japanese burial customs. Afterward, there is a break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari, a community space created from renovated 80-year-old wooden houses that now include a cafe, bakery, and beer hall, showing how traditional and modern lifestyles coexist. The group then visits the 100-year-old Yanaka Himalayan Cedar Tree, a local symbol. Next is Enju-ji Temple, dedicated to a god of strong legs, where visitors can view wooden boards with wishes related to foot health. The tour proceeds to Nezu Shrine, known for its many red torii gates similar to those in Kyoto, where visitors can take photos and learn about shrine etiquette. A walk down Hebimichi, a residential backstreet, offers a view of everyday Japanese life. The final stop is Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street, where the guide explains the shops and local lifestyle. Participants may try Japanese snacks and sweets, though food costs are not included. The tour includes photo opportunities throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tennoji Temple
Visitors see the Yanaka Buddha statue made in 1690 and receive explanations on the temple’s history and aspects of Japanese religion.
15 min
Yanaka Cemetery
Walk through the cemetery while learning about Japanese burial customs and traditions followed by locals.
15 min
Break at Ueno Sakuragi Atari
Take a break at this community space formed from renovated 80-year-old wooden houses that now include a cafe, bakery, and beer hall, showcasing the mix of traditional and modern lifestyles.
15 min
The Yanaka's Himalayan Cedar Tree
See the 100-year-old cedar tree which is a recognized symbol of the Yanaka area.
Enju-ji Temple
Visit this temple dedicated to a god of strong legs, where many wooden boards with wishes for foot health are displayed.
5 min
Nezu Shrine
Explore this Shinto shrine known for its many red torii gates similar to Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari, with photo opportunities and guidance on shrine etiquette.
20 min
Hebimichi Backstreet
Walk along this residential backstreet to observe daily life in a typical Japanese neighborhood.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
The local guide explains the shopping street and its shops, illustrating everyday life in Japan; visitors may try local foods and sweets (not included in the price).
20 min
Meeting point
JR Nippori station North Ticket Gate (Outside the ticket gate next to “NewDays” convenience store) Please do not be late. Our guide cannot make other guests to wait long for the late guests.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.