Tokyo · WALKING TOURS
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These are the 15 walking tours worth a day of the trip, each with its price, its length and the detail that sets it apart. If you only compare a few, compare the top three.
Explore Tsukiji Market with a local guide, tasting sushi, Wagyu, seafood, tea, fruit, and Japanese snacks in three flavorful hours.
“I would not recommend this tour. It was more of a look at and talk about the food vs eating food tour. At a minimum I would not show up hungry because the tour does not provide much food. It is really not worth the money, you would be Read more”
Walk Tokyo’s Imperial Palace East Gardens, Edo Castle ruins, and Ninomaru Garden with a guide who brings Japan’s royal past to life.
“Wonderful experience with the knowledgable Michi. A thoughtful and informative tour in the peaceful grounds of the imperial palace.”
Explore Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai with a local guide, tasting Japanese drinks, meeting locals, and ending with karaoke.
“This was one of the most amazing experience I’ve had in Japan. And I made a few friends from it!”
Explore Tsukiji with a local guide, tasting seafood, sushi, omelets, fruit, and street food while choosing what you buy and eat.
“Jim Allen was an excellent guide. The market is very busy and we got to try a little of everything. The addition of Japanese history/culture was great as well. Highly recommend.”
Explore Asakusa, Sensōji Temple, Nakamise Street, and local food lanes on a friendly two-hour Tokyo walking tour for $22.
“Augustina was a fantastic guide and was definitely the highlight of the tour! She was so knowledgeable and really engaged with us. Loved seeing both the Buddhist and Shinto shrines - I really felt like I walked away having learnt something new.”
Explore Tsukiji Outer Market, Hongwanji Temple, and Japanese food culture with an English-speaking guide on this affordable two-hour walk.
“Fabulous tour with guide Rie! She was knowledgeable, funny and friendly. The markets were an incredible experience. The food was delicious and the whole thing was a highlight of our trip to Japan. Thanks Rie!”
Explore Edo Castle, samurai defenses, palace gardens, and Japan’s imperial story on a friendly two-hour Tokyo walking tour.
“We really enjoyed the Imperial Palace walking tour! Kazuki was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Would recommend this tour to get a true understanding of the imperial palace and its functions over the years.”
Walk through Tokyo’s Imperial Palace Eastern Gardens, trace Edo Castle and samurai history, and learn from a friendly English-speaking guide for $32.
“We had Mika as our tour guide and she was amazing! She provided some mosquito spray which was much needed inside the Imperial palace as it's full of nature and also full of mosquito. Mika was very informative during the tour and answered all of our questions!”
Explore Edo Castle, Ninomaru Garden, koi ponds, and massive stone walls on a guided two-hour Imperial Palace walk in Tokyo.
“Tony our guide for the tour was fantastic. Thank you Tony for the memorable experience. He was really knowledgeable, explained the history in a straightforward way, answered all the questions and provided additional suggestions on where to eat nearby and what else to do this weekend! I really enjoyed the tour, and it makes such a difference when you have a guide who explains the details. Highly recommend it to others especially if you’re just starting your visit to Tokyo and Japan!”
Explore Shinjuku after dark, from Omoide Yokocho and Kabukicho to Golden Gai and 2 Chome, with history, nightlife tips, and local food advice.
“Gray was a wonderful guide! She’s American, born and raised in Japan, and currently studying at a local university. Gray shared her deep knowledge about Japan and its unique customs — it was absolutely fascinating. The tour was excellent and highly recommended, especially with Gray as the guide. We also met lovely travelers from different countries, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We all ended the tour together at a ramen restaurant Gray recommended — the perfect, delicious finale to a great day!”
A friendly guide to Tokyo for first-timers — written by someone who remembers exactly what it felt like to walk out of Shinjuku Station for the first time.
