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4 hours
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Our Half-Day Tokyo Sightseeing Bus Tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Tokyo! If you're staying at one of our 28 designated hotels, we’ll conveniently pick you up right from your hotel. Our first stop is the Meiji Shrine, Tokyo’s most iconic Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji, a key figure in Japan’s modern history. Next, we’ll drive past the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, the busiest pedestrian intersection in the world. And we’ll head to Tokyo Tower, built in 1958. You’ll ascend to its Main Observation Deck, where panoramic views of Tokyo await. Afterward, the bus will circle around the Imperial Palace, the residence of Japan’s Emperor and Imperial Family. The tour concludes in Ginza, Tokyo’s most sophisticated and upscale shopping district. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll along elegant streets and savor a Japanese-style lunch (optional, at your own expense). The tour ends in Ginza at approximately 1:00 pm.
Please note: drop-off service is not included.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to heavy traffic, weather conditions, or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits or conveyance may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
Children up to 5 years old may join the tour for free. However, please note that bus seats and lunch will not be provided for free. If bus seats or lunch are required for a child, the applicable child fare will be charged.
The tour involves a good amount of walking outdoors. We suggest wearing sneakers or comfortable shoes. Please prepare rain gear, such as an umbrella or a raincoat, in case of bad weather.
A taxi may be used for pick-up service.
A guide may not accompany you when providing pick-up service.
The tour duration is approximately 4 hours. The remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions .
Total Tour duration includes travel time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Admission
Pick-up service at designated hotels in Tokyo
Certified English-speaking guide (National Licensed Guide-Interpreter)
Gratuity (not obligatory)
WiFi on board
Lunch
Drop-off service at your hotel
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Meiji Jingu Shrine
The expansive property, encompassing serene forests and traditional Shinto-style architecture, pays tribute to the spirits of Emperor Meiji. He marked the end of the Samurai Era and played a pivotal role in shaping a modern Japan during the 19th century.
Shibuya Crossing
Our tour bus also passes by the famous Shibuya Crossing, also known as Shibuya Scramble Crossing. This location is renowned as the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world!
Pickup included
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bonnie P,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
Good overview of Tokyo. However, this tour does not return you to your hotel, so if you are not comfortable on the subway, or willing to pay for a taxi, wait a day or two so you get the lay of the land for your return to the hotel.
Peter M,
Apr 15, 2025
- Viator
Guides are very informative and pleasant and all attractions were very clean and tidy we did half day tour and regretted not longer tour
Cathy B,
Apr 10, 2025
- Viator
The tour guide was informative about the area and the Japanese culture the coach was clean and had plenty of room
Lorenzo Y,
Mar 18, 2025
- Viator
Very informative, great information about Tokyo giving from the tour guide. The tour didn't give as much free time in some areas but was still enjoyable
Cheryl K,
Feb 13, 2025
- Viator
You spend a lot of time riding around on the bus and the drive by sites depending on traffic you will miss if you blink. Take this trip the first day you arrive and go back and visit some of the key streets and sites.
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