Katsusika is on the east end of Tokyo and it's widely known as shitamachi : Tokyo's old residential area full of warmth from local people and nostalgic feeling of Showa-era (1926-1989). On this tour, you can explore the Katsushika area by visiting truly local places such as Shibamata, Taishakuten Temple, Yamatoto-Tei, Yagiri-No-Watashi, the Edo River, and Mizumoto Park. This tour is more laid-back and is perfect when you have completed visiting Tokyo's must-go places and have one more free day in Tokyo because you'll be able to see how local people in the suburb of Tokyo are spending time. I grew up near the area and am happy to show you around!

Duration: 8 hours 

Itinerary:

10:00 Meet-up at your hotel

10:30-14:00 Shibamata (Enjoy the atmosphere of retro residential areas and the shopping street leading to Taishakuten Temple. Visit Yamatoto-Tei residence and have a rest at the Japanese Garden. Lunch at a renowned local restaurant (tempura, freshwater fish, or soba noodles))

14:30-15:00 Yagiri No Watashi (Manpowered ferry service that connects the shores on the Edo River. Available on weekends in good weather)

15:30-18:00 Relax yourself at a Japanese local park, Mizumoto Park, or Strolling along the Edo River 

The tour price includes:

-Guide fee

-Hotel pickup and drop off

-Paypal transaction fee 

The tour price does not include:

-Transportation and food expenses for the guide and the guest(s) 

-The fee for Yagiri-No-Watashi (400 yen per person) and the entrance fees for Yamamoto-Tei (200 yen per person) and the carving gallery at Taishakuten Temple (400 yen per person).

Maximum number of people:

4

*Timeframes are subject to change and are fully customizable.

*In the case of bad weather or on weekdays when the ferry service is unavailable, I'll suggest alternative plans instead of going to Yagiri No Watashi and Mizumoto Park.

Payment option:

   *You can also choose to pay directly when we meet. To choose this option, please contact me.

*Before purchasing the tour, please confirm my availability on my calendar below (or message me for my availability). If I'm available for the day, please feel free to book my tours with mentioning the tour date when checkout and I'll get back to you shortly (within 24 hours).