Tokyo Architecture and Contemporary Art Walking Tour with a local guide | La Vacanza Travel

Tokyo Architecture and Contemporary Art Walking Tour with a local guide

Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Destination: Japan, Tokyo, Tokyo
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  • 6 to 8 hours
  • Tokyo
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Tokyo has many buildings designed by the world’s leading architects who won The Pritzker Architecture Prize.
We will show you various beautiful buildings.
Tokyo is also known as the home of cutting edge design.
(Some museums and art galleries are included in the tour)

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Ginza, Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

Ginza known as the most renowned area of Tokyo, has many boutiques, intimate galleries, stylish Japanese stores, and cutting edge architecture. Many buildings designed by the world’s leading architects who won The Pritzker Architecture Prize such as Kenzo Tange, Toyo Ito, Shigeru Ban, and Renzo Piano.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tokyo International Forum, 3-5-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda 100-0005 Tokyo Prefecture

This postmodern masterpiece, the work of Uruguay-born American architect Rafael Viñoly, is the first major convention and art center of its kind in Tokyo. It is considered as one of Japan’s most important modern cultural buildings.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Roppongi, Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

There are some art galleries and the three points of what’s known as Art Triangle Roppongi―the National Art Center, Mori Art Museum, and Suntory Museum of Art. The neighborhood is also home to the Fujifilm Square photo gallery, 21_21 Design Sight, and many other art and cultural events.
The stuning Tokyo National Art Center is close to here. It is designed by famous architect named Kisho Kurokawa.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Omotesando, Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture

With Tokyo's impressive array of high-end fashion and jewelry stores has come an equally astonishing collection of beautiful buildings. Start at the Prada flagship store created by The Swiss-based Herzog & de Meuron team is a beautiful glass building. Across the street they reprised their hit with the new Miu Miu flagship in 2015, made of aluminum and brass. Next door are glittery buildings for Chloé and Cartier. Part of Chloé's facade is hidden behind wooden bamboolike slits that tilt and jut high into the air at random.
Famous Pineapple cake shop Sunny Hills is spiky wooden building designed by the Japan’s leading architect Kengo Kuma.
Dior Omotesando is designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize recipients Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of SANAA. Moving projections play on the building during most of the year.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1 Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture

Harajuku will give you some insight into the youth culture of Japan.
You will see unique fashion trends and outrageous design in fashion and buildings.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Shibuya, Shibuya, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

Shibuya crossing is the busiest intersection in the world. It makes Times Square seem like a sleepy village.



Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Daikanyama, Daikanyama, Shibuya, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto

Daikanyama and Nakameguro are filled with numerous boutiques and cafes. They have a different atmosphere and less hectic pace than more famous places in the city.
Tsutaya book store located in this area is designed by Klein and Dytham who worked at Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Bottled water

Exclusions
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    Departure Point

    Tokyo, Japan
    Traveler pickup is offered

    Airports

    • Haneda Airport, 3-3-2 Hanedakuko, Ota 144-0041 Tokyo Prefecture
    • Narita Airport, 1-1 Furugome, Narita 282-0004 Chiba Prefecture


    Ports

    • HARUMI FLAG Sea Village E棟, 5-chōme-3-53 Harumi, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0053, Japan


    Departure Time


    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    Tokyo Architecture and Contemporary Art Walking Tour with a local guide
    7/6/2022 - 5/17/2025

    Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    6 to 8 hours


    User's Reviews

    P6315LWgerardol

    28 Apr, 2024

    Had a great time with Gen Outech. Got us going by taking us to Tokyo subway system then down to the Kokyo Gaien National Garden and then walk around the garden passing the South Gate entrance of the main keep of Edo castle. Then we continued to Chiyoda-Marunouchi Train station. From there we walk to the Tokyo International forum and walked around the entire building. Gen showed us the different parts of the area and also showed us where the “bullet train” station was located. After walking around the forum, we heading to a local electronics store (Bic Camera) and bought some goodies to take home. I was surprised at all the electronic gadgets in this store. Then we asked Gen to take us to a local shopping area. Gen took us to Chuo-Ginza 6. A very high end stores and with lots of selection to choose from. We bought lots of stuff from this shopping center. Great place to see and experience the large crowds of people just walking and shopping. From here walk down a few more blocks and found this local Japanese restaurant. Interesting location, but good food at a reasonable price. After all the walking and eating lunch; my wife and I decided to just go back to our hotel and end our day with Gen. He gave us two more places we can explore on our own we did that. After taking a short break, me and my wife took a local taxi and headed to Sensouji Temple. Another place that you should really see and experience. But be prepared because there are lots of people.

    gdleibow

    27 Nov, 2023

    The best tour guide you can hope for toured Tokyo inside and outside building took us to fantastic architectural sites. Conversed the whole time. Responsive to our suggestions and specific needs. Fun to be with. You will not be disappointed.

    GaryL

    22 Nov, 2023

    Masa was knowledgeable friendly and delivered a great day of architectural wonder. Views buildings inside and out. Accommodated all our requests. Don’t pass this one you will not be disappointed.

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