🚩 Tour Highlights

🥷 Clear All Your Questions About Japan 
Got questions? Ask away! We’ll break down cultural barriers, from mastering shrine etiquette to navigating cash-only local pubs.

💰 Experience Ameyoko’s "Tataki-uri"
Dive into the bustling market. Use a 1,000 JPY bill to join a traditional rhythmic street auction and snag a mountain of local snacks.

🏮 Safe Red Lantern Alley Scouting
Safely explore the authentic, non-touristy Izakaya alleys under the train tracks with your local guide.

⛩️ Ueno Toshogu Shrine Serenity
Leave the neon behind for the quiet of Ueno Park. Learn proper purification and prayer rituals at a majestic shrine.

👨‍👩‍👧 Kids Go Free
Children 12 and under join free. Families are welcome.

• Area: Ueno, Tokyo

• Duration: 60 mins

• Language: English

Available Start Times　11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Every 30 minutes)
Booking Deadline　　    Reserve by 12:00 PM the day before

🥷 What You’ll Experience

1. Put Down the Guidebook and Hit the Streets

After meeting up, we start with a quick orientation. Instantly clear up any worries or questions you have right after arriving in Tokyo! Skip the overwhelming research; we will teach you the "street smarts" you need for your entire stay in Japan. Your local best friend (guide) will break down the invisible cultural walls so you can explore with confidence.

2. Ameyoko's Hype and the "Tataki-uri" Experience

Head to the Ameyoko shopping street, which still carries the vibrant, raw energy of post-war black markets. Here, you'll challenge the famous "snack street auction." Hand a 1,000 JPY bill directly to the energetic vendor and grab a massive bag of snacks in this interactive local entertainment.

3. Scout the Deep Red Lantern Alleys

We'll scout popular local Izakaya alleys, including the famous street-drinking spots under the Ueno tracks that aren't meant for standard tourists. Learn unique rules like "Otoshi" (table charges) and "Cash Only" policies while safely enjoying this deep local vibe with your local best friend.

4. The Silent Forest and Beautiful Shrine Etiquette

Escape the chaotic neon streets, pass through the red torii gates of Hanazono Inari Shrine, and enter the silent forest of Ueno Park. Master the traditional "Two Bows, Two Claps, One Bow" etiquette at the majestic Ueno Toshogu Shrine, where a real Shogun rests. Experience the contrast between dynamic and static, and finish the tour fully equipped to explore the city on your own!

📍 Logistics

Meeting Point
JR Ueno Station, Ueno no Mori Sakura Terrace (1F, in front of Tully's Coffee)

Access
From JR Ueno Station "Shinobazu Exit": Exit, turn right, walk under the elevated train tracks, cross the pedestrian bridge, and it's right in front of you. From Keisei Ueno Station "Main Exit": Exit, turn left, and you will be there immediately.

⏳ Itinerary (60 minutes)

• Meeting & Introduction (5 min)

• Ameyoko & Red Lantern Alley Scouting (20 min)

• Ueno Park & Historic Shrine Etiquette (25 min)

• Wrap-Up & Conclusion (10 min)

📝 Important Notes

Shopping Expenses
The tour fee does not include the cost of the "Tataki-uri" (street auction) experience. If you wish to try it, please bring 1,000 JPY in cash.

Food & Drink
Food and drink costs during the walk are not included. This is a pure orientation walk before dinner.

Families
Families with children can join with total peace of mind (must be accompanied by a guardian). We use flat, stroller-friendly routes and avoid overly crowded spots.

Weather
The tour runs rain or shine. In case of rain, we will utilize the Ameyoko arcades and the covered areas under the train tracks.

※The final booking time for the tour is 5:00 PM. Please note that depending on your tour time, the shrine's closing hours (5:30 PM in summer / 4:30 PM in winter), or shop operating hours, you might not be able to participate in the Tataki-uri experience or enter Toshogu Shrine (we may only be able to view the exterior). At the end of the tour, your guide will provide specific, comfortable dinner spot recommendations tailored for both families and adults, ensuring you can continue to enjoy Ueno's nightlife!

Available Start Times　11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Every 30 minutes)
Booking Deadline　　    Reserve by 12:00 PM the day before