Shibuya and Harajuku walking tour.

• Stroll the streets of Two of Tokyo’s busiest and most popular neighbourhoods.
• See Shibuya’s famous scramble crossing.
• Check out one of the best food halls in the city.
• Visit the stunning Meiji Shrine.
• Explore Harajuku’s famous Takeshita dori.
• Experience Tokyo’s favorite Park.
• Enjoy a picnic in Yoyogi park
• Try one of Takeshita dori’s delicious crepes

The tour

Meet your local guide at the famous Hachiko dog statue in front of Shibuya station at a time convenient for you.   During this private 4 hour hour get a real taste of 2 of Tokyo’s best known districts.  In Shibuya visit one of the city’s best food halls, see the world’s busiest crossings, explore love hotel hill, check out a manga superstore, and check out a huge game center.  Enjoy a leisurely stroll to the stunning Meiji shrine via the beautiful  Yoyogi park.  In funky Harajuku experience Tokyo’s youth fashion and insta-friendly food on the famous Takeshita dori and explore the shops and boutiques of the area. 

Depending on the weather enjoy a delicious picnic in Yoyogi park or noodles at one of Shibuya’s best ramen shops.

Shibuya

Shibuya is one of Tokyo’s major hubs and most popular entertainment district famous for its scramble crossing, Hachiko dog statue, its unique shops, cafes, and restaurants as well as its quality nightclubs, bars, and karaoke parlous. Shibuya is a first stop for many visitors to Tokyo and should definitely not be missed.  Shibuya is home to love hotel hill an area packed with garish motels as well as small tree lined alleys filled with cool cafes and boutiques.   Mandarake is a huge subterranean store specializing in all things anime and manga and Miyashita and Tokyo food show is one of Tokyo’s best ‘depatica’ (department store food halls).  Shibuya really has something for everyone night and day.

Harajuku

Harajuku, one stop from Shibuya,  is a lively shopping district once famed for its cosplay culture.   It remains a cool and fashionable area.   The Takeshita dori street is well known for its teen fashion, crepes and other insta-friendly sweet treats.   Omotesando street is a leafy a boulevard more geared to high end brands and is home to Omotesando hills (a popular mall and home to a number of international brands).  Cat street and the area behind Omotesando is filled with hip boutiques, cafes and restaurants.  The whole area is great for those looking to see the latest fashion trends, explore the trendy back streets or enjoy a delicious crepe.

Yoyogi Park and Meiji Jingu

Yoyogi Park is located on the other side of Harajuku station heading towards Shibuya.  This huge leafy park is where Tokyoites go to relax, walk their dogs, have a picnic, or just soak up some greenery.  This lovely park is popular with all walks of life and its a great place to enjoy a picnic and some people watching and if you’re lucky you might be able to catch the famous rock-a-billies dancing.   

Meiji Jingu adjoin Yoyogi park and is Tokyo’s most famous Shinto Shrine.  Meiji Jingu was established in 1920 to commemorate the Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.  The shrine is nestled amongst 70 hectare of forest and once you pass the huge torii gate you will forget the hustle and bustle of the city.  A beautiful tree lined promenade leads up to the stunning shrine.  It is possible, if you are lucky, to catch a Shinto wedding being held at the shrine.