Full-Day Accessible Tour of Tokyo for Wheelchair Users
Description
Designed with wheelchair users in mind, this tour lets you discover Tokyo’s best spots comfortably and effortlessly. From the historic charm of Asakusa to the modern energy of Shibuya, experience the city’s unique blend of tradition and urban life. Explore vibrant fashion streets and peaceful green spaces, all with accessibility and comfort as a priority. ・Visit Asakusa, where traditional atmosphere meets stunning views of the Tokyo Skytree ・Experience the bustling Shibuya Crossing and trendy fashion streets of Takeshita and Omotesando ・Relax in the serene gardens and temple grounds of Meiji Jingu Shrine
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Itinerary
This tourist center designed by Kengo Kuma is not just a valuable source of sightseeing information, but one of Asakusa’s newest sightseeing attractions. This 8-story building, designed by a world famous Japanese architect, has a very striking structure with the appearance of a stack of separate wooden buildings that seem piled up on top of each other at different angles. From the open terrace Observation Deck on the 8th floor of the Center, we will have a preview of the entire tour course: not just Tokyo Sky Tree and Asahi Flame we have just seen but the landmarks we are going to see including Kaminarimon gate, Nakamise shopping street, Hozomon gate, Sensoji Temple, and more.
When approaching Sensoji temple, visitors first enter through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), the outer gate of Sensoji Temple and the symbol of Asakusa and the entire city of Tokyo. A shopping street of over 200 meters, called Nakamise, leads from the outer gate to the temple's second gate, the Hozomon. Alongside typical Japanese souvenirs such as yukata and folding fans, various traditional local snacks from the Asakusa area are sold along the Nakamise. The shopping street has a history of several centuries.
Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples. The legend says that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida River, and even though they put the statue back into the river, it always returned to them. Consequently, Sensoji was built nearby for the goddess of Kannon. The temple was completed in 645, making it Tokyo's oldest temple.
Sumida Park is located near Asakusa station and along the Sumida River where you can see amazing views such as Tokyo Skytree. Especially you can see beautiful scenery at the season of cherry blossoms. The park is open space and it is very fun to walk around. It has landing places for popular waterbuses that tour the Sumida River and Tokyo Bay. The park is a part of Sumida River Terrace that is a promenade built along the Sumida River.
Shibuya Crossing near the Shibuya Station is crossed by as many as 500,000 people per day, and at a peak time, as many as 3,000 people cross at one green light! For Japanese who are used to seeing this view is nothing to be surprised about, but tourists seem to be marveled that everyone manages to cross without bumping into each other. There are always people going to the spot just to see this crossing. Along with New York’s Times Square, Shibuya Crossing is one of the “most famous crossings in the world.”
Its location between two of Tokyo’s biggest shopping districts, Harajuku and Shibuya, makes it an ideal catwalk for fabulous 20- and 30-something trendsetters. The half-mile long street is lined with stores ranging from vintage shops and local designer clothing to upscale boutiques and high-end international brands.
Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.
Omotesando is a sloping tree-lined boulevard in Tokyo's fashionable Aoyama district that goes through parts of both Shibuya and Minato wards. The Harajuku area, which Omotesando is often considered a part of, has its own distinctive brand of youth fashion. On the other hand, Omotesando itself caters to the haute couture end of the spectrum, with plenty of places to sit back and relax over good food and drink, and take in the cutting edge architecture that typifies many of the establishments here.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our guide will pick you up at hotel reception.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people（Includes caregivers） per booking is required.
- Minimum age is 6 years.
Reviews(39)
Yuki was fantastic. She communicated with us the day before the trip, and the company also reached out a few days in advance. She picked us up from our hotel, and we set off by train with two family members who had mobility challenges: one using a wheelchair and the other using a walker. Throughout the tour, Yuki regularly checked in to see how we were doing, when we wanted to eat, and whether we wanted to make any changes to the itinerary. She handled all of the train costs and took many photos that we were able to download later. We would recommend Yuki in a heartbeat.
Dear Angel, Thank you very much for joining our Accessible Tokyo Tour and for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that Yuki’s communication and care helped make the day comfortable for your family. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Japan again in the future! Best regards, Kyoko
We had a fantastic private tour in Tokyo. Our guide was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. He paid particular attention to our son with a disability and made sure that everyone could enjoy the day to the fullest. In a short time we have seen and learned a lot about both Japanese culture and daily life. This tour was without a doubt one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended!
Dear Ilse, Thank you very much for joining our Accessible Tokyo Tour and for sharing your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Keita’s kindness, expertise, and attentive support for your son helped your whole family enjoy a rich and comfortable day in Tokyo. It’s great to know the tour gave you meaningful insights into both Japanese culture and everyday life. We truly appreciate your warm recommendation and are honored this became one of the highlights of your trip! Best regards, Kyoko
Keita (K) was wonderful! He was very cognizant of making sure of my ability to travel and see all the locations. I was especially impressed with his working with trainsubway personnel for access. As a side note the train/subway system is amazing. Lunch was incredible. K provided great history and cultural throughout our time together. It wonderful having K make sure we had the best photo opps everywhere we went. K went over and above after seeing we had another tour scheduled in Osaka and contacted his counterpart to let them know what our particular interests are. We started with a great tour guide and finished with a friend. Highly recommended this tour and Keita as your guide. Thank you.
Dear Robin, Thank you very much for joining our Accessible Tokyo Tour! It’s wonderful to know that Keita’s care, coordination with station staff, and thoughtful guiding made your day so smooth and enjoyable. We’re also glad you enjoyed the incredible lunch and photo spots along the way. We truly appreciate your heartfelt review and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Japan! Best regards, Kyoko
Charlotte was so incredibly knowledgeable and her guidance made the entire visit both enjoyable and informative. We especially appreciate how accommodating she was to our accessibility needs for our son. Her kindness and attentiveness made a difference and memorable experience for our family.
Dear valued guest, Thank you very much for joining our Accessible Tokyo Tour and for sharing such a heartfelt review! We’re delighted to hear that Charlotte’s knowledge, kindness, and thoughtful support helped make your family’s visit both enjoyable and comfortable. It means a lot to us that her care for your son’s accessibility needs made a memorable difference. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on a future trip to Japan! Best regards, Kyoko
It was our first time in Tokyo and our first time vacationing with a wheelchair and Masaharu Kai guided us through the must see attractions and subway stations with confident ease. Not only did we see some amazing places and stopped at culturally significant food stalls and tempura restaurant, but we left the day with all the information and confidence we need to continue exploring the city on our own for the remainder of our stay. A fantastic experience, a well planned and paced day, an incredible guide and sunny weather, couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
Dear valued guest, Thank you very much for joining our Accessible Tokyo Tour and for sharing your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Masaharu guided you smoothly through the city and helped you gain the confidence to explore Tokyo on your own for the rest of your stay. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the day felt well‑planned, relaxed, and memorable. Hope to welcome you again! Best regards, Kyoko
Wonderful day out with a very kind, friendly, patient, and helpful guide. We managed to have really good tempura lunch at a local Japanese restaurant and see a lot of the famous sights. Also got to try the local trains! When we wanted to buy some good coffee, he was knowledgeable and brought us to a couple of great shops! Recommended for wheelchair users. The guide (Masaharu Kai) kindly offered to help push the wheelchair, even though it was outside his job scope to do so! Highly recommended.
Dear valued guest, Thank you very much for joining our accessible tour and for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable day and that Masaharu was able to support you throughout the experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Japan! Best regards, Kyoko
This tour was a great way to travel around several must-see areas in Tokyo! Our tour guide Keita was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and he made it easy for us to get around with a wheelchair-bound member of the family. We also felt a lot more confident using the subway independently after our experience on this tour!
Dear Alexandra, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Tokyo tour and that Keita was able to make your experience both smooth and memorable. It’s fantastic to that the tour helped boost your confidence in navigating the subway system. We truly appreciate you choosing to explore Tokyo with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! Best regards, Kyoko
Masaharu Kai is one of the best walking tour guides my husband and I have ever had—and we travel often! This was truly an outstanding experience. I have limited mobility, which usually makes standard walking tours difficult. Masaharu made everything easy and enjoyable. His extensive knowledge of Japan’s history and culture, combined with his attention to accessibility, made this tour exceptional. Every site we visited was wheelchair- or rollator walker-friendly, which is what Japan calls “barrier-free.” We moved at the perfect pace, navigated trains effortlessly, and Masaharu knew exactly where to find elevators and accessible routes at temples and shrines. I never felt rushed or excluded. Each stop was full of surprises, delicious food, and fascinating history. If you have limited mobility, I strongly recommend booking a tour with Masaharu Kai. He goes above and beyond to ensure everyone has an unforgettable experience!
Dear Tammy, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Masaharu made your tour both accessible and enjoyable, and that his knowledge and care helped create such a memorable experience. Your kind words about his attention to barrier-free routes and his guidance mean a great deal, and we’ll be sure to share them with him. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future! Best regards, Kyoko
The tour guide was great took time explained things as we went and was considerate of our pace. Would recommend
Dear Jonathan, Thank you very much for your kind feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your tour and that the guide made the experience comfortable and informative at your pace. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future! Best regards, Kyoko
It was a great look around Tokyo, so many sights to see! Our guide was lovely and inclusive of everyone in our family. My daughter said that the best part of the day was everything!
Dear valued guest, We’re so happy to hear your Tokyo adventure was a hit with the whole family! It’s lovely to know your guide made everyone feel welcome, and your daughter’s “best part was everything” is so sweet! Thank you for sharing such a joyful memory, and hope to see you again. Best regards, Kyoko
