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Half-Day Imperial Palace, Ginza and Japanese Tea Ceremony Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in the secrets of Japanese well-being with local expert Kawada-san, as this unique experience offers more than just sightseeing. Begin your day with a peaceful walk around the stunning Tokyo Imperial Palace, where you can admire the historic surroundings and the serene gardens. From there, step into the world of matcha tea making and tasting, learning the meditative ritual behind it and savoring the subtle, antioxidant-rich flavors of the tea.

The journey continues with a visit to a miso shop, where you’ll discover the health benefits of this traditional fermented ingredient. Next, explore an antenna shop filled with handcrafted treasures and regional delicacies from across Japan. To round off the day, enjoy a nourishing soba noodle lunch, recharging both your body and spirit. This immersive tour not only connects you with Japan’s rich cultural heritage but also introduces you to the everyday practices that contribute to the country’s well-being and longevity.

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Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Tokyo
Duration: 4 hours
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided Tour
Local touch
Meal Included
Smaller Group Size
e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • Go on a morning walk around the Imperial Palace and enjoy the serene sights
  • Try the foods behind Japanese health and wellbeing, including matcha, miso and soba
  • Walk around Ginza, Tokyo's shopping district, with a bilingual guide
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Important to know

Accessibility:

  • The tour is wheelchair accessible

Know in advance:

  • At checkout, you'll be asked for all participants' personal information (nationality, passport number, and address). Please understand this information is required by the Imperial Palace when reserving admission. Add your address in the "Additional Information" field
  • This tour can accommodate Vegetarian and Pescetarian. Please inform the local provider in advance of your dietary restrictions during checkout

Remember to bring:

  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes, as you’ll be walking to and from the various stops during this tour
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Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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What’s included

  • Tea ceremony
  • Lunch
  • Multilingual guide
  • Transportation between sights
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What’s not included

  • Personal expenses
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Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

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Location

2 Chome Yūrakuchō, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at JR Yurakucho station (central gate exit) at 11:15am.

Provider

byFood

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