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Let’s Go Tokyo!

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Tokyo
  • Duration:
    3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    from £ 575.- per person (excluding flights)
One of the world’s truly great cities, and also one of the most surprising, Tokyo is a thrilling mix of the past and future. Amongst the sci-fi neon signs and cutting-edge architecture, you’ll still find beautiful remnants of Japan’s shogun past waiting to be explored. With some of the world’s best food, unique pop-culture, and nightlife which occasionally defies explanation, Tokyo is an intoxicating place like nowhere else, and an essential part of your Japanese adventure.
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Day 1 – Arrival in Tokyo

You’ll be picked up from one of the city’s two main airports and transferred to your hotel near the heart of the city. After you’ve checked in, the rest of the evening is free for you to do whatever you fancy. If you’re feeling a little jaded from the flight then there are plenty of places on your doorstep where you’ll be able to have a little drink and get your first taste of real Japanese cuisine, before turning in for the night.

Day 2 – Explore the city with a local

In order to see the best of what Tokyo has to offer this morning you will meet your local, English speaking guide that has lived in the city for a while and can give you a unique insight into the people, customs and Japanese etiquette as well as visiting the well known attractions. You will meet the guide around 10am and explore the city together on foot and by metro (payable locally). Tokyo’s hi-tech public transport system is an experience in itself and makes it easy and fast to travel through the different parts of the city.

Discover the old and the new Tokyo as you walk along the Ameyoko market street and through the Ueno Park, which is full of historical sights and gives you a good insight into Japanese history. Continue to the famous Yanaka Cemetery, where your guide will tell you more about Japanese funeral traditions. The cemetery lies in the beautiful Yanesen district, which was largely spared during the Second World War so you can discover many small temples and old houses here. After lunch (not included) you will get to know modern Tokyo. Find an insight into some of the most interesting subcultures of Tokyo in Nakano, and as a last stop you will visit the districts of Harajuku or Shibuya. Finally, your guide will give you tips for the rest of the afternoon and where you can eat in the evening. In total, this city tour takes about 6 hours and you always have the option to add the night tour if you wish.

Day 3 – Departure

Unless you choose to extend your stay, today it’s time to leave Tokyo and travel to the next stop on your Japanese journey. You may well be returning at the end of your trip too, so if you’d like to spend a couple more days in this unique metropolis then just speak to your travel specialist so that we can make the arrangements for you.

Our tips

There’s so much to do in Tokyo that sometimes it’s difficult to get your head around it all, so if you want some help planning your time in a bit more detail then we’ve got a whole host of different experiences we can arrange instead of, or in addition to, our usual city tour.

Below, you will find our highly recommended tours, and we have even more to offer.

Just have a chat with your Travel Specialist, so they can build your Tokyo trip exactly how you want it.

Accommodation

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Japan Tokyo - hotel

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Choose a different tour in Tokyo

  • Price:
    From £ 95.- pp (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    Approx. 2-hour group experience with English-speaking staff member

Sumo is Japan’s national sport, and sumo wrestlers are held in high esteem. To succeed in this demanding discipline, rigorous daily training is essential. On this tour, you’ll visit an actual sumo practice session and gain insight into the dedication and intensity behind the sport. You’ll meet your group (2 to 15 participants) and an English-speaking staff member at the training venue. Before the session begins, the staff member will explain the training process and etiquette. The training itself is conducted in Japanese, but the atmosphere speaks for itself – serious, disciplined, and deeply rooted in tradition. To show respect, guests are kindly asked to remain quiet and take photos without flash.

The tour is usually offered daily, but must be requested in advance. We’ll confirm availability when booking, depending on your travel dates.
Please note: This experience is not available during official sumo tournaments, held in January, May, and September. During those months, however, you may choose to attend a live match instead by purchasing a tournament ticket.

2Option

Become a Samurai

  • Price:
    From £ 115.- pp (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    Approx. 1.5-hour private workshop with English-speaking guide

Do you want to experience a typical Japanese sports and be active yourself? Get ready to become a samurai! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basics of samurai training in a fun setting. Your instructor will help you dress in traditional samurai attire, teach you how to properly hold the (wooden) weapons, and guide you through basic movements. You’ll even take part in a light-hearted mock battle – completely safe and done with wooden swords. There’s plenty of time for photos, and at the end, each participant receives a small samurai certificate—a memorable souvenir for your trip and beyond.

3Option

Akihabara – Explore Tokyo’s Wild Anime & Manga District

  • Price:
    From £ 98.- pp (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    Approx. 3-hour group tour with English-speaking guide

Love anime? Then this is the perfect tour for you. Akihabara is one of Tokyo’s most eccentric neighbourhoods and the heart of anime and otaku culture. It’s packed with electronic shops, anime stores, game centres, and themed cafés. Join a local guide and fellow travellers on a lively exploration of the district. You’ll visit shops and arcades to experience the latest in gaming and pop culture. A highlight of the tour is a break at a Japanese maid café, where servers dressed as maids add to the quirky, unforgettable atmosphere.

4Option

Let's Go Tokyo - In Style accommodation

  • Price:
    from £ 695.- per person (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

If you’re looking for a unique experience during your stay in Tokyo, consider our In Style option. Our In Style option is a little more special and unique, but still full of local character! You’ll be staying in a centrally located hotel right in the heart of Tokyo. The subway station is nearby, so after you check in, you can start exploring the city right away. There are plenty of local restaurants, supermarkets, and shops close by, and every morning, you can enjoy a breakfast with both Western and Japanese choices. If you’re interested in upgrading to our In Style accommodation for this bite-sized trip, you can select this option below.

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