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Ueno Park tours are scheduled for March 29th at AM and PM, when the Somei-Yoshino cherry blossoms are expected to peak.

The long-awaited cherry blossom season is just around the corner. Ueno Park has been known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot since the Edo period, attracting millions of visitors. It is one of the most popular cherry-blossom viewing spots in Tokyo. Cherry blossoms usually bloom in late March, and according to the Weathernews, they are expected to bloom on March 22nd, with their peak on March 29th. Tokyo Free Walking Tour has planned walks in Ueno Park for the morning and afternoon of March...

2026.02.16

Ueno Park

The two streets with stark contrast, Meiji Shrine & Harajuku and Yanaka & Nezu tours on February 15th

Your participation in the Meiji Shrine & Harajuku and Yanaka & Nezu Shrine tours on February 15th is greatly appreciated.We welcomed11 people fromUK. Poland, Israel, America, China and Singapore. It was luckily warm for this time of year.It means a lot to us that some of our guests participated in both tours with kindness.The pictures we captured during the tours have been made available as promised. Meiji Shrine & Harajuku Tour Yanaka & Nezu Tour The Meiji Shrine & Harajuku Tour and Yanaka & Ne...

2026.02.16

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Tour report:The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace on February 14,2026

Join our February tour at Tokyo’s East Gardens of the Imperial Palace. Discover the beauty of plum blossoms and early cherry blossoms, their differences, and the joy of a warm spring-like day in Tokyo.

2026.02.16

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

Fights and Fires Are the Flowers of Edo? Report on Asakusa and Yanaka/Nezu tours on February 12, 2026

Join our free walking tour in Tokyo with knowledgeable local guides. In the historic Asakusa area, experience the vitality and wit of Edo natives. In the nostalgic Yanaka and Nezu, discover hidden backstreets, local life, and visit the peaceful Nezu Shrine.

2026.02.12

Yanaka and Nezu

When Tokyo Turned White☃️: Asakusa & Ueno Tour Report on February 8th, 2026

A rare snowfall turned our Asakusa and Ueno walking tours into a peaceful, memorable winter experience shared with guests from around the world.

2026.02.09

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Tour report:The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace on February 7,2026

Experience our Tokyo Free Walking Tour on February 7, 2026—a snowy stroll through the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace with early plum blossoms. View tour photos and relive this memorable winter adventure.

2026.02.08

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

Asakusa and Yanaka & Nezu Tours on February 7,2026：Best Japanese Sweets in Asakusa: Kameju Dorayaki

Experience a rare snowy day in Asakusa, Nippori and discover traditional Japanese sweets like Kameju dorayaki. Learn about winter sightseeing and walking tours in Tokyo.

2026.02.07

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Tour Report：Meiji Shrine & Harajuku on February 1,2026

Thank you for choosing our tour at Meiji Shrine and Harajuku on February 1. We welcomed 6 guests from USA, Brazil, Italy. I hope all of you enjoyed and shared interesting conversations with us during the tour. As promised, group photos and snapshots are attached to remember the fun times we had. Group photos Group A Group B Group C Tour photos The tour was held on February 1st, which means it’s already been a month since the New Year. Time goes by so fast!On February 1st, the Tsukinami-sai festi...

2026.02.04

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How did Tokyo become… Tokyo? – East Gardens of the Imperial Palace Tour, Jan 31

Tokyo Free Walking Tour has tours in 5 locations. Each tour is special and interesting, but my long-time favorite is the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace tour. I like it because it is a great tour to understand the city of Tokyo. The tour starts from Tokyo station, which itself happens to be the building that has witnessed the rise, fall, and revival of 20th century Japan. We stroll through modern skyscrapers until we come to a point where we see the Imperial Palace and the Edo Castle side by...

2026.02.04

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

Are Kami and Buddha the Same for Japanese People? Report on Asakusa and Yanaka/Nezu Tour on January 31, 2026

Join our free walking tour in Tokyo with experienced local guides. In the historic Asakusa area, experience the vitality and wit of Edo natives. In the nostalgic Yanaka and Nezu, discover hidden backstreets, local life, and visit the peaceful Nezu Shrine.

2026.02.01

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