[Tokyo] Let's enjoy Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Ueno Park and Ameyoko Shopping Street,Tokyo Toy Museum
[Tokyo] Let's enjoy Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Ueno Park and Ameyoko Shopping Street,Tokyo Toy Museum
4-Hour Customized Family Adventure in Tokyo
[Introduction of a Local Guide]
Nice to meet you! Hi, I'm Rina. I'm 30 years old.
I live in Tokyo with my husband and daughter who is 2 years old.
My daughter and I will show you around because my husband really likes to stay home lol!
I'm currently taking maternity leave so I can also guide you on weekdays.
I studied Cambodian language at university and I studied English abroad in Toronto, Canada for 10 months when I was a university student.
I love to meet people from different countries and experience diverse cultures.
I want to show you wonderful spots in Tokyo!
1. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (Shinjuku Gyoen mae sta./Shinjuku sta.)
Shinjuku Gyoen was constructed in the Edo era (1591) and became imperial garden in 1906.
The park has three distinct styles, French formal garden, English landscape garden, and Japanese traditional garden.
Let's explore this huge lovely garden and enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season!
The park has some restaurants and cafes so we can have Japanese food, sweets, and matcha if you want to.
Web site: https://fng.or.jp/shinjuku/en/
2. Rikugien Gardens (Komagome sta.)
Rikugien is a typical example of the famous gardens of the Edo Period.
It was created based on the theme of Waka poetry during the Genroku Period (1702) by the shogun, Tokugawa Tsunayoshi's trusted confidante.
Let's take a stroll a beautiful pond-style garden and you can have matcha and Japanese sweets in the garden.
We can have soba and tempura at the restaurant near the garden If you want to.
Web site: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/format/index031.html#googtrans(en)
3. Ueno Park and Ameyoko Shopping Street (Ueno sta.)
Ueno Park is a large public park and has many cultural and historic buildings and facilities.
There are many famous museums, a zoo, temples and shrines.
Moreover, this park is one of Tokyo's most popular cherry blossom spots.
Let's enjoy this park according to your preferences!
Then, Ueno is also famous for the Ameyoko Shopping Street. We can go shopping and eat around.
Web site: https://www.kensetsu.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/jimusho/toubuk/ueno/en_index.html
4. Meiji Shrine and Takeshita Street (Harajuku sta.)
Meiji Shrine is one of the Shinto shrines in Japan, with a vast forest area.
It was established in 1920 to commemorate the virtue of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.
On the other hand, Harajuku is the center of Japan's teenage Kawaii culture and fashion styles.
The focal point of Harajuku's teenage culture is Takeshita Street which is lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques, crepe stands, and fast food outlets.
Let's experience the Japanese historic shrine and cutting-edge Kawaii culture!
Web site: https://www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
5. Otaku tour (Ikebukuro sta.)
Ikebukuro is popular for anime stores. I can take you to Animate Head Office (the hugest anime store), amusement arcades, and big capsule toy stores.
Let's experience Japanese anime culture!
6. Tokyo Toy Museum (Yotsuya-sanchome sta.)
This museum is a hands-on play space for children.
Children can explore the different categories in its collection, including traditional Japanese toys and board games.
Let's play with Japanese toys and toys around the world together!
Web site: https://art-play.or.jp/ttm/en/
I would be happy if I could help you to have a great trip.
Hope to see you soon!
We look forward to meeting you!
I’d be happy to connect with you on ZOOM beforehand to discuss your plans.
[Places and Experiences We Can Guide You Through]
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Rikugien Gardens
Ueno Park and Ameyoko Shopping Street
Meiji Shrine and Takeshita Street
Otaku tour
Tokyo Toy Museum