Tokyo
Yanaka is the Tokyo that survived, and these walks show you why that matters. The district came through both the 1923 earthquake and the wartime firebombing, so its wooden houses and temple lanes are originals, not reconstructions. Bring an appetite for the snack stands of Yanaka Ginza.
Discover the hidden charm of Tokyo's historic Yanaka district. Immerse yourself in ancient temples, traditional shops, and the vibrant local culture on a captivating walking tour.
Most Popular★ 4.5“The tour was excellent. Provided much needed context to and contrast with Tokyo center. The guide was highly knowledgeable, very friendly, and spoke excellent English. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see more than just your "average" Tokyo.”
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590 reviewsFrom $40.00by Localized Walking & Food Tours
Discover the hidden treasures of old Tokyo on a nostalgic walking tour through Yanaka. Immerse yourself in history and culture in this enchanting neighborhood. Click now!
★ 5.0“This was our first day in Japan and Charlotte was very very informative and knowledgeable of history and local ways but fabulous English as we have had other guides less understandable. It was very interesting. Highly recommend”
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530 reviewsFrom $72.96by Trip Designer Inc.
Discover Tokyo's nostalgic Yanaka district on a guided walking tour. Explore temples, cemeteries, local shops, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.
★ 4.8“We recently had the pleasure of a tour through Yanaka with Polina. She is very passionate and knowledgeable about Japanese culture and the history of the Yanaka area. She showed us many hidden gems of the area. The Yanaka area is quiet, peaceful and charming.…”
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406 reviews3 hoursFrom $32by Localized Walking & Food Tours
Explore Tokyo's historic Yanaka and Nezu neighborhoods on a guided walk through temples, traditional shops, and local life for a genuine cultural experience.
★ 4.9“Sui knows the neighborhoods well and gives insight to the local life.”
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186 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $29by Undiscovered Tokyo Tours
Discover the hidden charm of Tokyo's old town with our captivating Yanaka Historical Walking Tour. Unveil the secrets of the past in just a few steps!
★ 5.0“Knowledge of temples, shrines and the various religions. Saw another part of Tokyo. Very pleasant guide.”
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182 reviewsFrom $81.26by MagicalTrip Inc.
Experience authentic Japanese home cooking in Yanaka with a private, guided class—learn regional dishes, enjoy personalized attention, and explore a charming neighborhood.
★ 5.0“Our cooking class with Yukiko-san was fantastic! It was fun, engaging and best of all, we made delicious food together. We made miso soup, tempura and rolled sushi. The entire experience was more than just about cooking. You learn about Japanese culture while enjoying Japanese…”
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173 reviewsFrom $122.23by YANESEN Tourist Information & Culture Center.
Discover the charm of Tokyo's old town in Yanaka District! Embark on a fascinating historical walking tour and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this hidden gem.
★ 4.8“It was great. We learned a lot about the neighborhood and painted cats while drinking tea/coffee/juice with cookies. Inok was also very informative and easy going, we asked lots of questions and he explained everything.”
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117 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $79by MagicalTrip
Discover the artistic beauty of Ikebana flower arrangement in Yanaka, Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese culture with this unique floral art form.
★ 5.0“This was a lovely experience. Very peaceful and focused with just my partner and I and the instructors. The teaching space is above a cut cafe in a lovely area of town that's great to walk about in before and after. They give you some…”
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60 reviewsFrom $108.99by YANESEN Tourist Information & Culture Center.
Explore the hidden gems of Yanaka and Asakusa in downtown Tokyo. Discover the city's best-kept secrets and experience Tokyo like a true local.
★ 5.0“Hiroko was an amazing guide! She was personable, knowledgeable, and incredibly sweet. She took lots of pictures for us and showed us a variety of sites in the area. She even helped us make a reservation for dinner after the tour and walked us to…”
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36 reviewsFrom $98.83by ALL STAR OSAKA WALK
Journey through the nostalgic streets of Yanaka, where hidden stories await—what secrets of old Tokyo might you uncover on this enchanting tour?
★ 4.9“This is a great tour for learning more about the Japanese culture. Rie was an very knowledgeable tour guide who was super friendly and took a real interest in the people on the tour. She spoke very good English and was easy to understand.”
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30 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $83by Trip Designer Inc.
Discover the art of crafting local dishes and rice balls in Yanaka, offering a truly immersive culinary experience unlike any other.
★ 5.0“We would highly recommend this experience. Yuki helped us understand the best way to make several Japanese dishes. This provided us with fun and a very tasty lunch! We learned how to roll sushi, make tempura, and miso soup.”
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29 reviewsFrom $60.62by YANESEN Tourist Information & Culture Center.
Feel the allure of Old Local Tokyo in Yanaka Ginza as you embark on a journey filled with traditional food and cultural treasures...
★ 5.0“This was the first tour l ever tried with Viator and it was amazing! We wanted a Cantonese guide and the company was able to arrange a very professional and friendly Cantonese speaking tour guide for us. The experience was so much fun! Read more”
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23 reviewsFrom $86.71by OTOMO Travel Guide
Journey through Tokyo's captivating past as you explore the charming streets and historic sites of Yanaka and Nezu, where old and new blend seamlessly.
★ 5.0“We were staying in Yanaka and booked this tour for our first day in Japan. Sui was an excellent guide. She is extremely knowledgable and engaging. She had lots of information that we wouldn't have gotten from the guidebooks. Her tour really set the tone…”
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23 reviewsFrom $39.41by Undiscovered Tokyo Tours
Gain the culinary expertise to craft Tokyo's beloved katsu curry during this hands-on cooking experience in a private kitchen near the charming Yanaka neighborhood.
★ 5.0“My husband and I were traveling to Tokyo on our honeymoon and had the pleasure of booking the Katsu Curry class with Yuki. It was a 10/10 experience. Yuki was so sweet and the meal was not only absolutely delicious but it was somethiRead more”
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18 reviewsFrom $111.67by YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO
A captivating journey through Tokyo's historic Yanaka neighborhood, where visitors immerse themselves in rich culture, architecture, and culinary delights on the Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Backstreet Walking Tour by Storyteller.
★ 5.014 reviewsFrom $65.00
Sumo mornings, shrine forests at noon, neon after dark; Tokyo packs more contrast into one day than any city I know.