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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

4.9 (17,304 reviews) 9–10 hours Free cancellation
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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

About this activity

Discover Tokyo's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour including a Matcha experience, admission to Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry(sometimes no cruise). Stroll the natural scenery at Meiji Shrine and drive past Akihabara, Ueno and other major attractions en route to the Imperial Palace. Then explore Asakusa with historical temples, shopping, matcha tea and Japanese Izakaya Lunch!

In the afternoon, enjoy a 360° panoramic view from Tokyo Sky Tree and relaxing at Tokyo Bay Cruise. Return to Shinjuku while enjoy the view of the Tokyo city.

・Discover Tokyo's the most iconic landmarks on the coach tour efficiently

・Try Authentic Matcha experience & IZAKAYA Lunch at Historical place, Asakusa

・Benefit from skip-the-line admission to skytree which is the tallest broadcasting tower in the world

・Get a light breeze of Tokyo Bay Ferry (sometimes no cruise)

・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour

・Also, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

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At a glance

Duration
9–10 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 49 people
People per booking
1–10
Audio guide
German, Portuguese, Ukrainian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide
English
Operated by
Japan Panoramic Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tokyo Bay Cruise (Fukagawa museum or Hamarikyu Gardens when high tide & suspension of cruise)
  • Included: A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Included: Pick up from Matsuya Ginza(7:20am) or LOVE Shinjuku(7:50am)
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Multilingual Audio Guidance
  • Included: Lunch, Karaage set meal a soft drink (If selected)
  • Included: The admission fee for Tokyo Sky Tree (350M)
  • Included: Wi-Fi service available on the bus
  • Included: Please put the number of customers requesting vegetarian lunch or gluten-free lunch when you book.
  • Included: Matcha drink or Matcha gelato

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: No Tokyo Bay Cruise if high tide & emergency maintenance (Date not specified)
  • Not included: Hotel drop off
  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. Shinjuku I Land

    5 min

    our final meeting point

  2. Kabukicho

    Passing by

    Kabukicho is a place that never sleeps. Japanese Pub hopping is recommended at this place

  3. Meiji Jingu Shrine

    50 min

    One of the most famous Shinto shrines in Tokyo, built in 1920, made for the emperor Meiji and surrounded by beautiful lush green.

  4. Takeshita Street

    Passing by

    It represents Harajuku which is a popular town for young people. Here is the center of Japanese pop cultutuer

  5. National Diet Building

    Passing by

    It is the Japanese parliament house. Beautiful Symmetrical building built in 1936

  6. Imperial Palace

    30 min

    ・The current residence of the Imperial family, also It is the site of Edo Castle, a castle in Tokyo.

    ・Visit traditional Japanese Gardens with seasonal flowers and historical structure.

    *Visiting either the East Garden or the Niju-bashi Bridge in the Outer Garden

  7. Akihabara

    Passing by

    Center of “Otaku” culture. There are many shops for anime, games and “Maid cafes” which are entertaining for guests to enjoy the feeling of a “Master” or “Princess.”

  8. Ameyoko Shopping Street

    Passing by

    Ueno Park is also known as Japan's oldest park, and the rich nature of the park with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. Next to the park is “Ameyoko” market, a busy market street famous for cheap items

  9. Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)

    Passing by

    You can find lots of kitchen items such as Japanese dishes, knives and very real looking food replicas

  10. Asakusa

    30 min

    ★Unique Japanese experience at Historical place, Asakusa★

    Authentic Uji Match experience

    ・Enjoy the “Not Bitter Matcha Green Tea” known as “Premium Matcha” which uses “Ichibancha” (first flush) from Uji, Kyoto.

    *We also have options of Sweet Matcha Gelato or Matcha Beer.

  11. Asakusa

    40 min

    ・Experience eating “KARAAGE” and “TOFU” set meals, which are the most common national dishes for Japanese people!

    *The Main dish is Japanese Fried Chicken.

    *Tofu here only uses locally produced soybeans and it is made at the store everyday. Enjoy eating fresh and rich local Tofu!

  12. Senso-ji Temple

    45 min

    ・One of the most famous sightseeing spots in Tokyo.

    ・Have shopping at Nakamise avenue and take photos at Kaminari-mon Gate!

  13. Tokyo Skytree

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    ・The tallest broadcasting tower in the world!

    ・Benefit from Skip-the-Line admission and go to the “Tembo Deck” observatory (350m).

    ・More than 300 stores in Sora-machi shopping mall!

  14. Odaiba District

    20 min Admission included

    ・Enjoy the ferry going under the gorgeous Rainbow bridge and gaze at the skyscrapers of Tokyo!

    ※Every Tuesday we will visit Fukagawa Edo museum or Hamarikyu Gardens due to the ferry suspension, so we will not be going to Odaiba.

    ※ When we cannot take a cruise due to weather, traffic and events we will go to an alternative place

  15. Tokyo Tower

    Passing by

    At a height of 333 meters Tokyo Tower has been the most iconic sight of the Tokyo skyline for over 60 years

  16. Roppongi

    Passing by

    It is a district in Tokyo that is well known as the city's most popular nightlife district

  17. Japan National Stadium

    Passing by

    This is the venue for the legendary Tokyo Olympics in 2021! Cedars from 47 prefectures are used to build this stadium

  18. Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower

    5 min

    Our final drop off point Shinjuku Station about 18:10

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 【Meeting point】 Matsuya Ginza

    (In front of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station Exit A13)

    【ADDRESS】 3-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo

    【Meeting time】7:20am

    【Departure time】7:30am

    ★Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours"

    ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows

  • 【MEETING POINT】 the “LOVE” statue in front of “i-Land tower” in Shinjuku

    【ADDRESS】 6-5-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo Japan

    【Meeting time】7:50am

    【Departure time】8:00am

    ★Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours"

    ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows

End point

Using your ticket

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • 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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan

  • Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.

  • If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.

  • The lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons.

  • We do not supply any extra drop off service.

  • When booking, please indicate the number of customers requesting vegetarian meals or gluten-free meals.

  • Main Meals: A set meal with Japanese fried chicken and Tofu. No pork, no seafood but please note that Miso soup contains fish stock. No nuts, no crustaceans but anyone who has a serious allergy, please book the tour without lunch.

  • Gluten-free Meals: A meal with grilled chicken, rice, miso soup and tofu.

  • Muslim-friendly meals, Allergy-friendly meals, lactose-free meals, etc. are not available. Please book the tour without lunch.

  • Customers who need each options will be charged more for changes on the day, therefore please select with lunch option in advance

  • Sometimes cruise can be suspended due to high tide or techinical maintenance. In that case, we visit alternative place (Hamarikyu-Garden or Fukagawa museum) so we do not visit Odaiba.Refund will not be given for this case.

  • Please let us know your booking numbers and total number of people before the tour if you have several bookings or if you have booked separatly.

  • Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving ou t a gift as a compensation depending on a situation at that time. Refunds will not be given for these changes.

  • If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour mid-way.

  • Please handle the loading and unloading of your luggage from the trunk yourself. (Including wheelchairs, stroller etc..)

  • Matcha store will be closed on May 14th, so we will be giving out matcha souvenirs as Matcha experience.

  • Not recommended for those who can not walk long distance

Options

  • From LOVE Object(No Lunch)

    ★: You may have lunch by yourself.

    Starting point:

    Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE", 6-chōme-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

  • From Matsuya Ginza(Lunch)

    ★: The tour with lunch

    Vegtarian meal available Please request when you make a booking.

    Starting point:

    Matsuya Ginza, 3-chōme-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

  • From Matsuya Ginza(No Lunch)

    ★: You may have lunch by yourself.

    Starting point:

    Matsuya Ginza, 3-chōme-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

  • From LOVE Object(Lunch)

    ★: The tour with lunch

    Vegetarian meal available Please request when you make a booking.

    Starting point:

    Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE", 6-chōme-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

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