Half-Day Imperial Palace, Ginza and Japanese Tea Ceremony Guided Tour
Excursions & day trips

Half-Day Imperial Palace, Ginza and Japanese Tea Ceremony Guided Tour

Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Go on a morning walk around the Imperial Palace and enjoy the serene sights
  • Try the foods behind Japanese health and wellbeing, including matcha, miso and soba
  • Walk around Ginza, Tokyo's shopping district, with a bilingual guide
What to expect

Immerse yourself in the secrets of Japanese well-being with local expert Kawada-san, as this unique experience offers more than just sightseeing. Begin your day with a peaceful walk around the stunning Tokyo Imperial Palace, where you can admire the historic surroundings and the serene gardens. From there, step into the world of matcha tea making and tasting, learning the meditative ritual behind it and savoring the subtle, antioxidant-rich flavors of the tea.

The journey continues with a visit to a miso shop, where you’ll discover the health benefits of this traditional fermented ingredient. Next, explore an antenna shop filled with handcrafted treasures and regional delicacies from across Japan. To round off the day, enjoy a nourishing soba noodle lunch, recharging both your body and spirit. This immersive tour not only connects you with Japan’s rich cultural heritage but also introduces you to the everyday practices that contribute to the country’s well-being and longevity.

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What's included
  • check Tea ceremony
  • check Lunch
  • check Snacks
  • check Multilingual guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Additional food and drinks
  • x_not_included Transportation
Where

2 Chome Yurakucho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0006, Japan

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at JR Yurakucho station (central gate exit).
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • The tour is wheelchair accessible

Know in advance:

  • At checkout, you'll be asked for all participants' personal information (nationality, passport number, and address). Please understand this information is required by the Imperial Palace when reserving admission. Add your address in the "Additional Information" field
  • This tour can accommodate Vegetarian and Pescetarian. Please inform the local provider in advance of your dietary restrictions during checkout

Remember to bring:

  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes, as you’ll be walking to and from the various stops during this tour
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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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