Shibuya Station Area Course
- Highlights : Shibuya
- Time Required : 3 hours
- Departure Time : 13:00
- Meeting Place : Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel
- Dissolution Place : Shibuya Station (JR Line)
- Participants: 1-10
- Meals: Not included
- Guide Language Support: English (The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.)
Beyond Shibuya's famous spots such as Scramble Crossing and Hachiko, we explore the area's "Edo" landscapes, like shrines and temples, that are close to the station. Shibuya developed in a valley formed by the Shibuya River, with its distinct slopes and valleys creating different zones that still exist today. The unique topography created by the flow of the river has shaped the life and culture of Shibuya. Our tour offers a new perspective on the city, showcasing the area's unique terrain and history.
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Highlights 1
Konno Hachimangu Shrine
Konno Hachimangu Shrine is a historic shrine in Shibuya, founded in 1063. The shrine grounds feature ginkgo trees over 600 years old, creating a serene space where history and nature coexist. As a shrine closely tied to Shibuya's development, it has long been cherished by locals. Escape the bustling city and spend a peaceful moment in this tranquil environment, where you can feel the history and nature around you.
Highlights 2
Maruyamacho
Maruyamacho is a historic area in Shibuya that once flourished as a hanamachi or geisha district. Today, the area still retains traces of its past with traditional inns and restaurants. Located near Shibuya, it has transformed into a popular area filled with dining establishments and cultural venues, attracting many visitors.
Highlights 3
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Shibuya Scramble Crossing is one of the most famous intersections in the world and an iconic spot in Tokyo. The sight of crowds crossing from all directions represents the dynamic flow of the city. Surrounded by fashion buildings and cafes, it’s the perfect spot to experience the pulse and energy of the city.
Highlights 4
Nabeshima Shoto Park
Nabeshima Shoto Park is a tranquil Japanese garden located in the heart of Shibuya, offering a serene retreat with its pond and beautiful natural surroundings. This park was the site of the Nabeshima family mansion during the Edo period, and you can still feel traces of that time. Today, it serves as a tranquil spot for visitors to enjoy leisurely walks and seasonal views, providing a calm escape from the bustling city.
Course
Shibuya Course
Dress Code:
Please wear comfortable, easy-to-move clothing and shoes suitable for walking, such as sneakers.
Children & Infants:
Children aged 0-6 can join for free (under 6's go FREE). Note: There is no child pricing.
Participation Requirements (Restrictions):
Guests who are feeling unwell, those using wheelchairs or strollers, pregnant guests, and those with heart conditions or other serious health issues are not permitted to participate. Please note that if, during the tour, it is determined that a participant cannot complete the designated itinerary as instructed by the guide, they may be asked to leave the group. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
Cancellation Fee Regulations:
Cancellation deadline : 24 hours before departure time (Japan Standard Time - JST)
If you don’t show up or you cancel the tour within 24 hours before the departure time, we will not refund you.
Additional Notes:
If you are not present at the meeting location within 5 minutes of the designated tour start time, the tour will proceed without you. In such cases, there will be no re-pickup by the guide, and no refund will be issued for the tour fee. Please note that the tour will proceed even in rainy weather.
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Booking
You can book a tour until 4:00 PM (JST) the day before the tour begins.
After 4:00 PM the day before, reservations will no longer be accepted through the website.
Cancellation fees will apply from 24 hours before the tour departure time.
All tours are conducted in English only.
To respect other participants, the tour will depart 5 minutes after the scheduled start time. In this case, no refunds will be provided.
Children aged 0-6 can join for free. However, we kindly ask that infants in strollers are not brought along. If it is deemed that a child cannot complete the route set by the guide, we may request that you leave the group. Please note that no refunds will be provided in this case.
Tours will proceed in rainy weather, so please bring an umbrella or raincoat.
However, in the case of extreme weather conditions, we may decide to cancel the tour in advance. In such cases, we will notify all booked participants via email.
We do not accept walk-ins or same-day participants without a prior reservation.
Please cancel your existing reservation and make a new one. Note that a 100% cancellation fee will apply if you cancel within 24 hours before departure time due to guide arrangements.
Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tokyo Time Travel does not provide personal travel insurance for tour participants; you are required to purchase your own.