Shibamata and Monja lunch tour in Tokyo

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Shibamata and Monja lunch tour in Tokyo, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Step beyond Tokyo’s skyscrapers and busy city centers to discover the atmosphere of its historic neighborhoods. In Shibamata, stroll along a nostalgic shopping street, visit a traditional temple, and enjoy matcha with Japanese sweets overlooking a beautiful garden at Yamamoto-tei. At the Tora-san Museum, step into immersive recreations and miniature streetscapes inspired by old Tokyo, offering a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in the city’s traditional neighborhoods. Continue your journey with a local monjayaki lunch in Tsukishima and visit Fukagawa Fudodo, where you can also attend a traditional Goma fire ritual and experience the powerful atmosphere of this centuries-old Buddhist practice. Traveling by public transportation allows you to explore Tokyo from a local perspective while discovering its history, food, architecture, faith, and neighborhood culture.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: MY Travel Consulting

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Monjayaki Lunch
Included: Admission Fee(Shibamata Taishakuten)
Included: Admission Fee(Torasan Memorial Hall)
Included: National Licensed Guide
Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Public transportation
Included: Matcha and Traditional Japanese Sweets at Yamamototei
Included: Admission Fee(Fukagawa Fudodo)
Included: Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off

Not included

Not included: Personal Expenses

Itinerary

Tokyo

one hour

Meet your guide at your hotel in central Tokyo and begin your journey using Tokyo’s efficient public transportation. Travel beyond the city’s modern districts and discover traditional neighborhoods where local culture, historic streets, temples, and everyday life reveal another side of Tokyo.
Shibamata

40 min

Explore Shibamata, a nostalgic neighborhood in eastern Tokyo known for its traditional shopping street and old-fashioned atmosphere. Walk along Taishakuten Sando, where small shops selling local sweets, snacks, and souvenirs create the feeling of stepping into an earlier era of Tokyo.
Shibamata Taishakuten (Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple)

40 min Admission included

Visit Shibamata Taishakuten, a historic Buddhist temple and the spiritual heart of the neighborhood. Admire its traditional architecture, intricate wooden carvings, and peaceful temple grounds while learning about the religious traditions and local culture that have shaped Shibamata.
Yamamototei

one hour Admission included

Step inside Yamamoto-tei, a beautifully preserved residence combining traditional Japanese architecture with Western influences. Enjoy views of its carefully designed Japanese garden and discover the refined residential culture of early 20th-century Japan in a peaceful setting away from central Tokyo.
Katsushika Shibamata Torasan Memorial Hall

50 min Admission included

Discover the world of Tora-san, the beloved main character of Japan’s long-running film series Otoko wa Tsurai yo. The museum recreates sets and scenes from the movies and introduces visitors to the nostalgic atmosphere, humor, and everyday life of traditional Tokyo portrayed throughout the series.
Tsukishima Monjya Street

one hour

Experience one of Tokyo’s distinctive local food cultures at Tsukishima Monja Street, famous for monjayaki. Numerous specialty restaurants line the streets of this traditional neighborhood, offering the chance to enjoy this savory dish cooked on a hot iron griddle as part of your Tokyo experience.
Fukagawa Fudodo

40 min Admission included

Visit Fukagawa Fudodo, a Buddhist temple with a distinctive atmosphere in Tokyo’s historic Fukagawa area. Known for its powerful goma fire rituals and striking temple spaces, it offers an opportunity to experience a living form of Japanese Buddhist practice rather than simply viewing a historic building.
Tokyo

one hour

After exploring Tokyo’s traditional neighborhoods, travel back by public transportation. The tour can finish at your hotel or at a convenient location in central Tokyo, allowing you to continue sightseeing, shopping, or dining independently after saying goodbye to your guide.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

HOTEL MYSTAYS Ueno Iriyaguchi
Hotel Livemax Asakusa Ekimae
Hotel Livemax Asakusabashi-eki Kitaguchi
Keisei Richmond Hotel Tokyo Oshiage
Candeo Hotels Ueno-Park
Hotel Tourist Inn Ueno Okachimachi
Business Hotel Inamoto
The Hideout Tokyo
APA Hotel Ueno Inaricho Ekikita
Business Hotel Yamayuri
Horai
Dormy Inn EXPRESS Asakusa

and 1,141 more pickup points

The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign.

Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Using your ticket

Please show the ticket to the guide when you meet.

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%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. -