Tokyo Landmarks by Water Bus Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Overview

With a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide, catch a unique perspective of Tokyo, riding aboard a comfortable water bus. Cruise through narrow canals and open sea, venturing from an old historic center all the way to a modern reclaimed island. Some of the best views of Tokyo are from the water. This extended Sumida river cruise goes all the way around old and modern Tokyo from Asakusa to Odaiba district. Tokyo’s landmarks are iconic masterpieces. See the city’s best sights on this relaxing sightseeing cruise. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

What's included

• ✓Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
• ✓Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
• ✓Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

• ✕Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• ✕Private transportation
• ✕You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
• ✕Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
• ✕The Tokyo Cruise Bus ticket

What you'll do

1. 1

   Asakusa (浅草) is the center of Tokyo's shitamachi (literally "low city"), one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives. Asakusa's main attraction is Sensoji, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. The temple is approached via the Nakamise, a shopping street that has been providing temple visitors with a variety of traditional, local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries.

   ⏱ 30 min
2. 2

   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.

   ⏱ 30 min
3. 3

   Kappabashi Street (かっぱ橋道具街, Kappabashi Dōgugai) is a shopping street between Ueno and Asakusa, which is lined with several dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators, with the exception of fresh food. You will find specialized stores for dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils, stoves, tables, chairs, signs, lanterns and more. There are also a few stores which sell plastic and wax food samples, used by many restaurants in their show windows.

   ⏱ 30 min
4. 4

   Home of the heavyweights—sumo's main stadium The huge stadium known as Ryogoku Kokugikan dominates the sumo-obsessed neighborhood of Ryogoku , and is the focus of big excitement during the tournament season.

   ⏱ 30 min

Availability & pricing

Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.