Ginza Tours
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With its neon lights, towering department stores, and trendy nightclubs, Tokyo’s upscale shopping district of Ginza is a chic, cosmopolitan adventure. You can catch a Kabuki performance, check out the latest Japanese film or art exhibition, and dine at some of Tokyo’s best restaurants. And, then, of course, there’s the shopping.
The Basics
Even if you don’t have the money to splash around at such exclusive stores as Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Chanel, you can still enjoy window shopping at its finest. Highlights include the Sony Building and Hakuhinkan Toy Park. Another must-see attraction is the Wako Department Store, a neo-Renaissance-style building known for its impressive clock tower. You could easily spend hours wandering the area’s other prestigious department stores, such as Mitsukoshi and Matsuya.
Ginza is also a great dining destination, and guided tours of the area tend to focus on its food scene. Tours typically visit neighborhood pubs, popular with locals getting off work, and exquisite confectionery and pastry shops. Another specialized option is an architecture-focused tour. General sightseeing tours of Tokyo (private or group) also typically include a stroll through Ginza.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Ginza is a must-visit for those with an interest in contemporary Japanese culture.
- The neighborhood is also a great destination for entertainment. The Kabuki-za Theater presents traditional Kabuki theater daily.
- The side streets of Ginza are home to many art galleries.
- The department store food halls generously hand out samples, making it easy to fill up cost-free.
How to Get There
Located in Tokyo’s Chuo ward, Ginza is centrally located and easily accessible by subway or taxi. It is served by Ginza station on Tokyo Metro’s Hibiya, Ginza, and Marunouchi lines, as well as Ginza Itchome station on the Yurakucho line and Higashi Ginza station on the Hibaya and Toei Asakusa lines.
When to Get There
Ginza is at its most atmospheric in the evening, when neon lights up the dark sky and the streets are filled with after-work revelers. However, possibly the best time to visit is on Saturday or Sunday, between noon and 5pm, when the main street through Ginza is closed to vehicles, creating Hokōsha Tengoku (“pedestrian heaven”).
Silver Mint
From the 17th to 19th century, the Ginza district was the site of a silver-coin mint (Ginza translates as "silver mint"). After the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, the area evolved as an upmarket shopping district. Today, 10 square feet (1 square meter) of land in the center is worth more than 10 million yen (more than $85,000).
Address: Chuo, Tokyo, Kanto 103-8001, Japan
Admission: Free
42 Tours and Activities to Experience Ginza
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Tsukiji Fish Market Visit with Sushi Making Experience
Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.
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$137.00
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$137.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Private Ginza Architecture Walking Tour
The Ginza district of Tokyo is one of the best places to enjoy seeing a blend of both new and historic architecture. A tour guide will make sure you don’t miss a single opportunity to learn about these iconic buildings. This private walking tour is customizable to your interests and knowledge base, and will take you to sights you may not be able to access on your own. You’ll end the tour with great photos, feeling like a Ginza expert yourself.
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$103.43
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$103.43
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Private Custom Tour: Tokyo in a Day
Discover Tokyo at your own pace on this 4- or 8-hour private, custom tour with guide. Design a tour that’s perfect for your interests. There’s a world of options, including the outer fish market at Tsukiji, the city’s temples and shrines, shopping excursions and food or sake tours. Your private custom tour includes a guide, entrance fees at select attractions, snacks, round-trip transport from your hotel with meet-and-greet and a car (for the private transfer option), or public transport (for the public transfer) and optional lunch (for the full-day tour).
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$223.34
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$223.34
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Tokyo by Night: Japanese Food Tour
Combine the cultural delights and delectable bites of Tokyo on this 3-hour food tour of Japan’s capital. Accompanied by a guide, delve into the culinary scene of the city by visiting several popular bars and restaurants. Sample local specialties like succulent grilled meat skewers, sweet cakes and refreshing sake. Deepen your knowledge of Japanese culinary and cultural traditions and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour limited to 12 people.
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$138.72
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$138.72
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

Tokyo's Top 10 Must See's With A Local: Private & Personalized
See Tokyo like a local with this trip around town, complete with a local host. You'll get to visit many of the city's top attractions and off-the-beaten-track gems, with stops to eat and drink at local cafes. Your guide will also be on hand to give you advice and recommendations as you plan for the rest of your trip.
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$177.30
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$177.30
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Geisha Experience at Chaya in Tokyo
Get acquainted with a real-life geisha during a cultural experience in Tokyo. An intimate encounter designed for travelers interested in Japanese culture, this tour includes a geisha performance, traditionally featuring songs, dances, and games, and refreshments such as tea and sweets. Learn about the history of the geisha and upgrade to include lunch and unlimited drinks.
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$84.70
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$84.70
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour
Get an intimate look at Tokyo during this bike tour. Discover the city’s hidden paths and top landmarks, cycling beneath the skyscrapers of Shinjuku to a local shrine and exploring neighborhoods like Ginza and Roppongi Hills. Pass landmarks like Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi Park, and the Imperial Palace before ending at the top of the 48-story Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. A guide, bike, and helmet are included.
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$90.82
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$90.82
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Shop Up A Storm In Ginza
You’ll weave through the streets of Ginza with your Host- a true fashionista- and discover the myriad of luxury high-end boutiques, casual department stores and exclusive restaurants the make this vibrant city the best place to shop. Browse designers' stores or one-of-a kind boutiques and maybe stop for a bite to eat. Discover Tokyo’s distinct style, unearth hidden treasures and shop in the city’s very best stores for unique pieces, so you can take a little bit of Tokyo home with you. We will pair you up with a like-minded Host who would love to share with you their favourite places to shop, and will make recommendations for the rest of your trip. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree upon a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do. You’ll feel like you’re shopping up a storm with a knowledgeable friend by your side.
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$83.11
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$83.11
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Enjoy Real tea ceremony in GINZA
Invitation to Ginza CHAZEN
CHAZAEN is located next to Kabuki-za.
While you walk through Ginza feel free to drop in and enjoy an authentic tea ceremony with us.
We not only offer you an authentic tea ceremony experience, but also other various kinds of programs.
Hours of Opreation: 10:00 – 17:00
The final session starts at 17:00.
Experience Program
1.Tea ceremony lectures.
2.Tea leaf grinding for Matcha powder.
3.Tea ceremony demonstrations.
4.Seasonal Japanese Matcha flavored sweets.
5.Make your own Matcha.
10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00
13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
17:00
Price: ¥3,500
Reservations:
Reservations need to be made the program you wish to attend.
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$35.32
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$35.32
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Yurakucho / Shimbashi / Ginza Night Tour
Explore the streets of Shimbashi, Yurakucho, and Ginza and eat like a true local. On this 3-hour night tour, you will experience the hub for authentic izakaya spots that Japanese salarymen frequent after a long day at work. As we journey through Shimbashi, Yurakucho, and Ginza, you’ll gain insight into the area’s hidden gems all while discovering the area's amazing sights, sounds, and tastes. From the rustic ambience to our authentic selection of eateries, this tour highlights Japanese culture and cuisine to make for an unforgettable experience.
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$102.57
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$102.57

Tokyo Metropolis
Explore the steel and glass jungle of Tokyo in a new light during this photography workshop. Improve your composition techniques with the help of a local photographer who joins you on an adventure in two Tokyo neighborhoods: Shimbashi and Ginza. Capture skyscraper-strewn landscapes and dramatic views of the city’s architecture. This small-group photography experience, perfect for novices and experts alike, is limited to six participants.
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$236.13
per group
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$236.13
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Tokyo Walking tour 6 hours (Tsukuji Fish Market, Asakusa, Ginza, Imperial Palace
If you'd like to fully enjoy theTokyo, this private tour is the one you are looking for. In the morning, you will visit Tsujkiji, the world's largest fish market where you can enjoy watching and tasting a variety of seafood. After visiting Tsukiji, the tour will cover imperial palace, also known as the ruin of Edo samurai castle where you can feel the city with a history over 400. Then we will visit Ginza most prestigious shopping and dining district with department stores, high fashion boutiques, and many art galleries. Also included is Asakusa, the most popular touristic spot of classic Tokyo with Sensoji-temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo Let's fully enjoy the city like a local.
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$299.95
per group
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$299.95
per group
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Guided Local Food and Drink Tour in the Ginza District
Feel like a Japanese local during this 2-hour visit to two ‘Izakayas’ (Japanese pubs) in Tokyo’s bustling Ginza district. Ditch your guidebook and let a Japanese local guide navigate you inside the closed-off world of these typical neighborhood pubs. With your guide’s help, you’ll order some tasty dishes off the non-English menu, grab a few beers, and soak up the unique atmosphere of these authentic Japanese establishment few foreigners ever see. One drink and two dishes, or two drinks and one dish are included.
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$134.17
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$134.17
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Gallery hopping in Tokyo: Ginza-stylish architectures and hidden charms
It would be easy to visit famous museums like MORI ART MUSEUM on your own, but how about small but nice art galleries hidden in a town? Actually so many galleries reside in Ginza approximately passing through Such galleries are really entertaining modern art works while appreciate stylish architectures on our way. Such galleries just want to nurture artists or introduce their works, so no admission fee is required. surprised to discover unexpected Ginza!
If you like, I can also take you to shops selling Japanese pottery, cloisonne, swords, paper, stationary and so on, since Ginza offers almost everything you want!
Let's enjoying exploring Ginza together!
Note: Each gallery shown in the magazine can be closed irregularly between exhibitions. I select several galleries which are open on the day.
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$82.64
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$82.64
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Japanese Lymphatic Massage at an Upscale Salon in the Ginza District
Try a Japanese, lymphatic massage at a private salon in the upscale Ginza District in Tokyo. Lymphatic massages and facials focus on stimulating your body's lymph system to eliminate toxins and reduce swelling. Specialists will accommodate the needs of your skin by checking your skin's condition with the latest beauty cameras and methods and use products personalized for your skin. Here, you can relax while expert practitioners pamper you.
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$92.31
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$92.31

Japanese Walking Food Tour - Ginza, Yurakucho, Shinbashi
Have a wonderful food and walking experience through 3 famous places in Tokyo. Enjoy local delicious food and watch the street view in these location, check different kind of shops. Make yourself feel like a local person.
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$179.55
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$179.55

Authentic Geisha Performance and Entertainment including a Kaiseki Course Dinner
Slip on a kimono and savor a multi-course kaiseki dinner while you’re entertained by a geisha performance. A host greets you at an authentic Japanese restaurant in Tokyo during this 3-hour evening experience. Settle in with a small group as you’re served traditional dishes and converse with the geisha who are trained in dance, music and the art of communication.
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$298.28
Price varies by group size
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$298.28
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Tokyo food tour to enjoy Japanese delicacies in 3 hours!
Join a guided private tour where you can experience the delicacies of Japanese cuisine. Eating horse sashimi, horse meat dishes and rare yakitori will be an experience where you can discover the taste different from sushi and sukiyaki, which are famous for Japanese cuisine.
As it is a tour that eats raw meat and visceral meat, it is not recommended for people who are originally weak in the stomach or who are not physically fit on the day of the tour.
Please enjoy the unusual taste and delicious food that you can only taste in Japan!
Meal charges are not included in the displayed tour prices. The average charges are 5,000-8,000yen per person. The price changes depending on the menu you choose. Please pay at each restaurant on the day of the tour.
This tour uses public transport.The tour destination is around Ginza or around Shibuya.Hotel pick up also available. You can choose the pickup location.
For more tour details, see the inclusions, what to expect section on this page.
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$96.49
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$96.49
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1-Day Tokyo Private Custom Tour by Chartered Vehicle
After selecting your preferred choice of transportation from an alphard, van or bus, your group will explore the city of Tokyo at your own pace and customise the day to see only what you want to, all with the help of a guide/driver.
Design your own itinerary and experience the biggest city of Japan.
Example tour route:
Route A:
Tsukiji Fish Market -- Senso-ji Temple --Tokyo Skytree -- Imperial Palace
Route B:
Senso-ji Temple -- Tokyo Skytree -- Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue -- Meiji Jingu Shrine -- Omotesando and Harajuku
Route C:
New Tsukiji Fish Market (Toyosu Market) -- Tokyo Tower -- Imperial Palace -- Akihabara -- Senso-ji Temple
Route D: Asakusa -- Tokyo Skytree -- Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum -- Imperial Palace
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$577.00
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$577.00
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Fully Customizable Private Tour in Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko etc.
This is a fully customizable private day tour in Tokyo and the Kanto area where we can discuss your trip and what you want to do. If you are not sure of what to do in Tokyo or the Kanto area, then I can make recommendations based on your preferences!
Examples include a tour of Tokyo, or a day trip to Kamakura, Hakone and Nikko from Tokyo.
Japan boasts a rich history and culture which in conjunction with the modern pop culture movement, makes it a very interesting country. With many tourist spots, I can be your private guide to provide you a memorable experience in Japan.
(I can also go to your destination as long as the transportation fees are covered. )
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$252.27
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[Private] Tokyo Personalized Tour with An English Speaking Guide
Coming to Tokyo, Japan to spend your holiday with your family will be so much fun. Going here with your kids or siblings, Doraemon Museum will be the right place to visit. Meeting with the characters in the cartoon like Nobita, Doraemon and Shizuka. If you want to see various sea creatures, Tokyo Sumida Aquarium will be the perfect choice. In the span of 8 - 11 hours, get to visit many interesting places in Tokyo with this Tokyo City Tour. A friendly tour guide in Japan will accompany your trip while explaining each place by speaking English. Such a good opportunity for you if you book this package today! With a few clicks, A tour depends on your own itinerary in the capital of Japan will come true!
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$702.57
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High quality Japanese food for Japanese gourmets
It is possible for people with experience in Japanese cuisine to taste high quality authentic Japanese cuisine. You can get a better understanding of Japanese food by making reservations for restaurants based on your budget and requests and explaining the meals offered in English and Japanese.
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$80.73
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$80.73
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Private Car Tokyo Tour
Private tour exclusive to you and your travel companions
Flexibility to customize according to your interests and schedule
Travel in a comfortable, modern vehicle with free Wi-Fi to share photos as you explore
Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your central Tokyo hotel
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$433.91
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$433.91
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Tsukiji Day Tour
Discover the best of Tsukiji. On this 3-hour guided tour of the outer market area, you’ll enjoy a variety of savory dishes, including breakfast and four additional food stalls, while browsing shops that sell specialty items found only in Japan. You will experience an assortment of Tsukiji’s quality foods from fresh fish to traditional dessert, ensuring that you truly get a taste for authentic Japanese cuisine. Then, we will make our way to the famous Kabukiza theatre and conclude our tour inside the best depachika in all of Ginza, Tokyo’s most famous shopping district.
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