From the Imperial Palace to Odaiba : Time travel to Tokyo
Description
Discover Tokyo as a great tale that unfolds chapter after chapter. In just a few hours, we will cross centuries of history: from the gardens of the Tokugawa, where Edo Castle once stood, to the surprising modernity of the Tokyo International Forum, to the futuristic artificial islands of Odaiba. This itinerary stems from my readings on Japanese literature and urbanism, which inspired me to build a unique itinerary: not only a sequence of iconic places, but a narrative that interweaves architecture, history and everyday life. At the end of the tour you will no longer see Tokyo as just a charming and tidy metropolis, but as a living, layered and complex city, where each building and each neighborhood tells a piece of its true identity.
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Itinerary
We will start the tour by walking in the Eastern Gardens of the Imperial Palace. Here once stood the shōgun castle. It is a perfect place to tell how Tokyo became the city we know today.
One of the most important stations in Japan, with its red brick facade in European style. A good point to observe how the history and modernity of the city coexist.
A modern glass and steel building, with a particular shape. A quiet and spacious place to stop for a moment and observe the contemporary architecture of Tokyo.
An artificial island on Tokyo Bay, between panoramic views, open spaces and modern architecture. A nice place to relax and see a different side of the city
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meeting also available at other hotels located in central Tokyo such as those near the Yamanote Line or Tokyo Station. If you have any doubts about the location of your hotel, please contact me. Meeting at the hotel is approximately 30 minutes before the start time of the tour. The exact time will be confirmed based on the hotel location after the Reservation. After pick up, we will travel together by public transport to the starting point of the tour.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for people with reduced mobility, mobility difficulties or special needs related to prams, walkers or strollers.