Orientation with Omotesando Signature Japan
Japan Junket has partnered with Omotesando Signature Japan to ensure you start your trip on the right foot.
Start your journey with an informative orientation led by a friendly local expert. In this 3-hour session, we’ll cover the essentials to help you feel confident and comfortable exploring Tokyo and beyond. Walk through the local neighborhood so you can get your bearings, ask questions, and get personalized recommendations based on your interests,. Learn how to navigate the train system, pick up useful tips on Japanese customs and etiquette, and discover great spots to eat, shop, and hang out—whether you're into hidden cafes, quirky shops, parks, or nightlife.
Meet at Accommodation
Start your Tokyo journey, Travel with your guide to Ueno Station. Learn how to navigate the trains, use IC cards, and pick up essential apps. Get practical tips on ATMs, customs, and everyday etiquette.
Book Shinkansen Tickets
Pre-book Shinkansen tickets for your upcoming travels at the Ueno Station JR Service Center
Tickets required: ?Ameyoko Market
Stroll through this vibrant street market known for its lively atmosphere and bargain goods. Try local snacks like takoyaki or grab a sweet treat from a local food stand.
Ueno Park
Stroll through Tokyo’s most popular park. Ueno Park, located in the heart of Tokyo, is one of the city's largest and most popular public parks, boasting a rich cultural heritage and diverse attractions. Established in 1873, the park is renowned for its scenic beauty, historic temples, and vibrant cherry blossoms during springtime.
Wrap-up & Personal Tips
End with a casual chat over coffee or in a park. Ask questions and get customized suggestions based on your interests and plans.
Drop off at Kan’eji Temple Kaizando Hall
duration: 2 hours
Cost: ¥31,500 for 2 people
Prior Reservation is Required
Ueno Park - Stroll through Tokyo’s most popular park
350m / 5 minutes from Ueno Station - directions
Ueno Park, located in the heart of Tokyo, is one of the city's largest and most popular public parks, boasting a rich cultural heritage and diverse attractions. Established in 1873, the park is renowned for its scenic beauty, historic temples, and vibrant cherry blossoms during springtime.
Kan’eji Temple
directions
Open: 9:00am ~ 5:00pm
Closed: No ClosuresKan’eiji is a historic Tendai Buddhist temple founded in 1625 by the monk Tenkai, with strong backing from the Tokugawa shogunate. Once sprawling across what is now Ueno Park and Ueno Station, its grounds rivalled today’s park in size. Although much of the complex was destroyed in the 1868 Battle of Ueno during the Meiji Restoration, several important structures still stand. These include a five‑storied pagoda, the Kiyomizu‑style Kannon Hall, the Bentendō hall floating on Shinobazu Pond, and the Konpon‑chūdō main hall relocated from Kawagoe
Zazen Meditation and Goma Fire Ritual Center the Inner Self at the Temple of the Shogunate
The Kan’eiji Temple Kaizando Hall (also known as “Ryodaishi”) is located in Ueno, Tokyo. Built in the 17th Century, this Buddhist site is famous for being the family temple of the Tokugawa dynasty of shoguns who founded and ruled during the Edo Shogunate. Here you can experience goma fire ritual for protection from evil spirits as well as zazen meditation for ascetic self-knowledge.
Duration: 80 minutes
Start Time: 10:00am / 11:20am / 12:40pm / 2:00pm
Cost: Adult from ¥32,000 (If fewer than 2 participants, the minimum fee will be JPY 64,000)
Prior reservation is required - booking link
GINZA
15 minutes by train (direct on the Ginza line) - ¥180 - directions
Located in the heart of Tokyo, Ginza is one of Japan's most prestigious shopping and entertainment districts. It's renowned for luxury boutiques, department stores, and upscale dining.
Chuo-dori Street - Shop Ginza’s Pedestrian Paradise
500m / 7 minutes on foot from Glitch Coffee and Roasters GINZA - directions
On weekends and holidays, Chuo-dori Street in Tokyo's Ginza district transforms into a pedestrian paradise. During designated hours, this upscale shopping avenue closes to vehicular traffic, allowing visitors to stroll leisurely, shop, dine, and enjoy street performances in a car-free environment. It's a vibrant and bustling experience that adds to Ginza's allure as a premier shopping and entertainment destination in Tokyo.
🍴 Higashiya Ginza - Traditional sweets and tea
220m / 2 minutes on foot from Kyobashi Station - directions
Open: 11:00am ~ 7:00pm
Closed: No Closures
A Japanese confectionery shop that sells a wide selection of sweets including freshly made seasonal wagashi, a careful selection of teas, and tableware products.
Check out their menu
Make a reservation
Art Museum Aquarium
450m / 7 minutes on foot from Higashiya Ginza - directions
Open: 10:00am ~ 7:00pm
Closed: No ClosuresGinza's Art Aquarium Museum is a mesmerizing fusion of art and marine life, captivating visitors with its stunning displays of colorful fish and intricate underwater landscapes.
Cost: Adult ¥2,300
Nissan Crossing Showroom
50m / 1 minute on foot from Art Museum Aquarium - directions
Open: 10:00am ~ 8:00pm
Closed: No ClosuresNissan Corner is a showcase of Nissan's latest car models and cutting-edge technology, located in the heart of Tokyo's upscale Ginza district. This space allows visitors to explore Nissan's innovations, including electric and autonomous vehicles, while also offering a glimpse into the future with technology like colour changing paint.
Ginza Tsutaya Books
300m / 4 minutes on foot from Nissan Crossing Showroom- directions
Open: until 9:00pm
Closed: No ClosuresOpen: until 9:00pm
Closed: No Closures
Tsutaya Books is a multi-story haven for book lovers. It offers a curated selection of books, magazines, and multimedia content, making it a cultural hub for literary enthusiasts. The store's elegant design and welcoming atmosphere make it a serene place to browse, read, and explore a world of knowledge and creativity.
🍴 Ginza Tenkuni - Tendon (tempura rice bowl) Restaurant
290m / 4 minutes on foot from Ginza Tsutaya Books - directions
Open: 11:30am ~ 10:00pm
Closed: Sundays
Ginza Tenkuni is a renowned tempura restaurant located in Tokyo's upscale Ginza district of which has been operating since 1885. It is celebrated for its traditional tempura preparation techniques, where seasonal ingredients are delicately battered and deep-fried to perfection. Diners can savor a range of tempura dishes in an elegant setting, offering a culinary experience that combines the essence of Japanese cuisine with the sophistication of Ginza.
Check out their menu.
Make a reservation (recommended)
TOYOSU
TeamLab Planets Tokyo - The international art collective
23 minutes direct by monorail from nearby (500m) Shimbashi Station - ¥390 - directions
Open: 9:00am ~ 10:00pm
Closed: No closures
TeamLab Planets Tokyo is an immersive digital art museum in Toyosu, Tokyo. It offers a transformative sensory experience where visitors interact with stunning digital artworks.
The artworks change under the presence of people, blurring the perception of boundaries between the self and the works.
Cost: Adult ¥3,800
Prior reservation is required - booking link
Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai - Edo Inspired Onsen Town
7 minutes direct on the monorail - ¥190 - directions
Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai is a cultural and commercial facility located in the Toyosu area of Tokyo. It offers visitors a blend of traditional and modern Japanese experiences, including gourmet dining, shopping, and cultural exhibits as well as the newly built Manyo Club which boasts both indoor and outdoor onsen.
Explore the streets of Toyozu Edo Market
Toyosu Mekiki Odori: An area lined with restaurants and popular stores where you can enjoy Edo-mae food.
Mekiiki Yokocho: Enjoy eating and drinking fresh foods and delicacies selected by wholesale dealers.
Ukiyo-e sales corner: An area where reprinted ukiyo-e, traditional Japanese woodblock prints, are sold.
Footbath with a view
8th Floor
Open: 9:00 ~ 20:00
Closed: No Closures
Cost: Free
Note: towels available for ¥200Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club - Open Air Hot Springs
6th Floor
Open: 24 hours
Closed: Large bathroom: Not available from 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. due to cleaning.
Changing rooms: Not available from 3:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. due to cleaning.
Cost: Adult 10:00am ~ 3:00pm: ¥3,850 / Adult after 3:00pm ¥3,000
You can book ahead of time - booking link360 degree view Rooftop Footbath
10th Floor
Open: 9:00 ~ 20:00
Closed: No Closures
Cost: Adult ¥3,850
🍴Yoshichan Toyosu - Kobe Beef Restauant
3rd Floor
Open: 10:00 ~ 20:00
Closed: No ClosuresYoshichan Toyosu is renowned for its premium Kobe beef known for its incredible marbling and rich flavor. Prepared with precision and care, each dish highlights the unique texture and taste of this prized Japanese delicacy.