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Asakusa Tour,January 17th,2026：Discover a New Side of Asakusa During Pedestrian-Only Hours

Near Kaminarimon, a pedestrian-only street experiment is held during certain hours. These car-light times are perfect for walking around Senso-ji Temple and enjoying Asakusa’s history and atmosphere at a relaxed pace.

2026.01.17

Asakusa

Asakusa and Ueno,January 15th,2026:Back to normal

Many thanks for joining us on our tours at Asakusa in the morning and Ueno Park in the afternoon on Jan.15th. We welcomed 8 from Canada, Australia and US. It was a tremendous opportunity for us to meet wonderful guests from several countries and to share interesting conversations. Also, it was really nice seeing some of you in both tours. As promised, group photos and snapshots are attached so that you can remember the fun we had during the tour. Asakusa Ueno Park Two weeks have passed since the...

2026.01.16

Asakusa

Kimono and Coming of Age Day – January 10, East Gardens of the Imperial Palace Tour

Tour of the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, Coming of Age Day and wearing Kimono.

2026.01.14

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

January 11th Tour in Asakusa and Ueno：Basking in the New Year’s lingering atmosphere

Many thanks for joining Tokyo Free Walking Tour. On January 11th we welcomed a total of 12 guests from Malaysia and the United States for our Asakusa and Ueno tour. As it was 10 days after New Year's Day and the middle day of a three-day weekend, both Asakusa and Ueno were crowded with people, but the New Year's celebrations were still lingering and the whole town was full of energy and a bright atmosphere. Some guests kindly joined our multiple tours, with some taking part in both the morning A...

2026.01.12

AsakusaUeno Park

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, January 7th, 2026: Cheerful Parties on a Chilling Day

This tour marked the very first of our 2026 season. A Happy New Year, the guests from all over the world. It was the last day of the Japanese new year week, and according to our traditional calendar, these auspicious new year decorations need to be removed during this day. The day was overcast with wintry clouds, a very cold day for Tokyo. Nevertheless, everyone completed the tour with cheerful spirits. Thank you very much for your enthusiasm. For our future guests, we are now in the coldest wee...

2026.01.09

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

The Seven Gods of Fortune Pilgrimage: A New Year Tradition in Asakusa and Yanaka

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.

2026.01.09

AsakusaYanaka and Nezu

Year-End Encounters🎍in Asakusa and Ueno – December 28 Tour Report

Discover the culture and history of Asakusa and Ueno on our December 28 Tokyo Free Walking Tour with guests from around the world.

2025.12.30

AsakusaReportUeno Park

The Pine and Bamboo Ornaments Signal the Arrival of a Solemn New Year：the East Gardens Tour on December 27th, 2025

Today marked the year end of our Imperial Palace East Gardens tours. Thank you, all the guests who participated in our activities during the year. With a few days left in December, we are now in a final rush to the year-end, and the city appears increasingly busy. Yet, you may notice a pair of serene ornaments on the gateway. Their fresh green pine needles and crisply cut bamboos anticipate the arrival of the solemn new year. Today, we had a special student guide participating in the city’s volu...

2025.12.28

East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

The “Rainy” Christmas is Over — Now, We Look Ahead to the New Year

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.

2025.12.26

AsakusaYanaka and Nezu

Tour Report of Meiji Shrine & Harajuku on December 23rd, 2025

Many thanks to those who participated in the Tokyo Free Walking Tour at Meiji Shrine and Harajuku. On such a crispy sunny day just before Christmas, we welcomed 5 guests from the USA and Singapore. I hope all of you enjoyed and shared interesting conversations with us during the tour.As promised, group photos and snapshots are attached so that you can remember the fun we had together. We fortunately came across one of the Shinto rituals, which is automobile purification ceremony. A Shinto priest...

2025.12.25

Meiji Shrine and Harajuku