Ginza, byword for luxury and elegance has gone through several urban planning movements from the shogun’s time in early 1600s. The architecture definitely helped to create the character of Ginza passing down its history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Starting times 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- See the famous architecture that you have always wanted to see along with the new inspiring works by emerging architects
- Admire the masterpiece from the Japanese Metabolism movement (proposals for a New Urbanism in 1960s to 70s)
- See well-balanced works from traditional to modern
Full description
You will start the tour from Tsukiji Hongwan-ji temple, a very unique building with an Indian style exterior and European church like interior. (Tsukiji is not only for the fish market!) Visit the newly built Kabuki theater (2013) next, which inherited the traditional style from past generations.
You then continue on to Nicolas G. Hayek Center, Maison Hermes, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, Mikimoto Ginza 2, the Okuno Building and finish up at the intersection of Ginza 4-chome where the Wako (SEIKO watch) building stands. You will also take a secret side trip to see the backstreet neighborhood to appreciate the different aspects of the area.
Includes
- Guide
- Walking tour
- Meals & drinks
- Transportation fee to/from Ginza area
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
In front of the main gate of Tsukiji Hongwan-ji temple. Get out of Exit 1 of Tsukiji station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya line), turn left and walk straight for less than a minute.
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