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Old Quarter Yanaka Walking Tour in Tokyo

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Activity provider: Localized Walking, Bike & Food Tours
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3-hour tour in Tokyo, taking in Tennōji Temple, Yanaka Cemetery and Yoshidaya Liquor Shop. Run by Localized Walking, Bike & Food Tours, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Tennōji Temple
  • Yanaka Cemetery
  • Yoshidaya Liquor Shop
  • Yanaka Beer Hall
  • Runs 3 hours
  • Tour guide

Old Quarter Yanaka Walking Tour in Tokyo: Key Facts

PriceFrom $42 per person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 3-hour experience from Tokyo, built around Tennōji Temple, Yanaka Cemetery and Yoshidaya Liquor Shop. It is run by Localized Walking, Bike & Food Tours, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Tokyo is the largest city on earth by metropolitan population and it is best seen as a set of neighbourhoods on the Yamanote loop line rather than one place. Asakusa has Senso-ji, the city's oldest temple, and Nakamise's shopping lane; Shibuya has the scramble crossing and Shinjuku the bars of Golden Gai and Omoide Yokocho; Harajuku is Takeshita Street and Meiji Shrine's forest; Akihabara is electronics and anime; Ginza is department stores and sushi counters. Everything runs on time and the last trains are around midnight. Cash still matters in small restaurants, an IC card covers every train and bus, and tipping is not done anywhere.

The price covers Tour guide. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Nippori Station. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Localized Walking, Bike & Food Tours before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Nippori Station

Tennōji Temple

Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Yanaka Cemetery

Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

Yoshidaya Liquor Shop

Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Yanaka Beer Hall

Break time, Visit, Beer, Guided tour, Free time (30 minutes)

Yanaka Himalayan Cedar Tree

Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Nezu Shrine

Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Finish at

Yanaka Ginza

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Nippori Station

Tennōji Temple: Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Yanaka Cemetery: Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

Yoshidaya Liquor Shop: Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Yanaka Beer Hall: Break time, Visit, Beer, Guided tour, Free time (30 minutes)

Yanaka Himalayan Cedar Tree: Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Nezu Shrine: Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Finish at: Yanaka Ginza

Includes

  • Tour guide

Important information

Meeting point

Nippori Station

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $42
$42
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 540 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Daniela
September 12, 2026

this was the absolute BEST tour I have EVER done! Kiyo was an outstanding guide and felt like a sister by the end. I wish I could re-live this tour again. she was super knowledgeable, an absolute sunshine of a person, answered all questions and was just a joy! Do not hesitate to book this tour with her. I would give it 6...10 stars if possible!!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Timothy
August 26, 2026

Truly one of the BEST city walking tours I’ve ever done. Our guide Akajaki (I hope I spell the name right) is exceptionally friendly and knows these old quarters of Tokyo inside out. She showed us hidden spots we’d never have found on our own. Jokingly, she said ‘I better not do this tour again or too many will know about these hidden places!’. Along the way there was no shortage of restful stops (luckily, since it was at least 32 degrees!), including a gorgeous bakery to fuel up with patisseries and delicious home-made lemonade.

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Horace
August 4, 2026

My guide, Wakana, is very nice and professional. Perfect communication (almost-native English), well-prepared guidance (natural route from Nippori to Yanaka, Nezu, Yanaka Ginza), knowledgeable introduction (history, society, geographic etc), personalized recommendation in Yanaka Ginza. I highly recommend this tour!

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Kayla
September 9, 2026

We had an amazing experience on the Old Yanaka Walking Tour! Our guide, Rei, was absolutely wonderful. She was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting history and insight about the area and Tokyo that we would never have learned on our own. One of the highlights was getting to see so many unique and lesser-known places that we likely would have completely missed without her. Rei also gave us plenty of time at each stop to explore on our own, take photos, and even get our temple and shrine books stamped, which was such a special part of the experience. Rei was friendly, engaging

5
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Rafael
August 28, 2026

Yaya was a very nice and kind guide! Thanks for the time and informations.

5
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Giorgio
August 14, 2026

Great tour that let us explore a beautiful neighborhood in Tokyo which we would otherwise have missed. Wakana, our guide, was amazing in guiding us through both the history and the current way of life in Yanaka. She also gave precious tips about food and other activities.

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pithanotita
July 4, 2026

Yoshie our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic!! knowing so little about Japan, she gave us a fantastic introduction!! Many thanks for this!!

5
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Michał
July 1, 2026

Mei was a truly wonderful guide. She was very kind and open, she had a great knowledge and a great sense of humour! We enjoyed every minute of it!

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Aden
June 27, 2026

Rei was an absolutely amazing guide! Even though it was raining, her warm and friendly energy kept everyone engaged, making the entire tour so lively and fun. All the places we visited felt completely separated from the hustle and bustle of modern Tokyo, offering a peaceful, nostalgic atmosphere. Walking through quiet residential neighborhoods to discover hidden local shrines and community spots was exactly what I was looking for—it really let us feel the authentic, daily life of the city. On top of that, Rei’s detailed explanations at each stop were fantastic and gave us a much deeper underst

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Sowmya
June 15, 2026

Yanaka is beautiful and the tour was perfect to see all the streets and impeccable shrines. Ayaka was an amazing tour guide, calm and patient. Was very insightful and answered all our questions.

5
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Suzanne
June 18, 2026

Aya was a lovely guide who showed us all the lovely sights in Yanaka . She was considerate and answered all our questions with good humour! A great experience - could mot have done it on our own 😄

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Blake
June 1, 2026

Had such a nice time doing the walking tour. Rai was an awesome guide!

Frequently Asked Questions

Nippori Station
The listing gives the distance and the terrain; most walking tours are flat and paced for average fitness, and cycling tours use river paths and back streets with e-bikes available on request. Summer in the cities is hot and humid from July to September, so early starts and water matter more than fitness.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Tour guide
The duration of the Old Quarter Yanaka Walking Tour in Tokyo is typically 3 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or late October to early December for autumn colour and the clearest skies. Contrary to most advice, October is Tokyo's wettest month (234.8 mm), not the June rainy season. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Tokyo guide.
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card and budget ¥1,000–¥1,400 a day. Do not buy a JR Pass for a Tokyo-only trip — it costs ¥50,000 and excludes Tokyo Metro and Toei entirely. Note JR East raised Tokyo fares on 14 March 2026, so Metro is now cheaper than JR on several routes. See getting around Tokyo.
Shibuya Sky releases tickets only 14 days ahead at 00:00 JST — it cannot be booked months in advance. teamLab Borderless tickets drop at 12:00 JST on the 1st of each month. Our 3-day Tokyo itinerary lists every booking deadline.
Yes — a Japanese licence or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. 1968 Vienna Convention permits are not valid in Japan. Licences from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Taiwan need an official JAF translation instead. Arrange it before you fly; see the Tokyo go-kart guide.
Yes — the highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko takes about 1h 45m for ¥2,200. But manage expectations: Fuji is visible on 84% of December mornings and only 23% of July mornings, and cloud builds through the day, so go early. Details in our Mount Fuji day trip guide.
Edomae sushi (the Tokyo Bay style, where curing began as a workaround for having no refrigeration), monjayaki — a runny griddle dish unique to Tokyo with 80+ specialists on Tsukishima's Monja Street — and soba. Also worth knowing: Tsukiji Outer Market never closed; only the wholesale auction moved to Toyosu. See the Tokyo food guide.
The crossing itself takes about ninety seconds. What makes it worth an evening is one street back — Nonbei Yokocho, a lantern-lit alley of tiny bars a minute away that almost nobody who photographs the scramble walks into. Note street drinking is banned in the area 18:00–05:00 year-round, though the ordinance carries no fine. See the Shibuya Crossing guide.
Yes, some. Japan's cashless ratio reached 58% in 2025, so over 40% of payments are still cash — and card refusal is most likely at small independent izakaya, ramen ticket machines and market stalls. Tipping is not expected anywhere.
Starting from$42