Are you interested in Japanese art, history, culture, and lifestyle? A visit to Japan's oldest and most renowned museum, the Tokyo National Museum, could be a perfect choice.
Built in the early 20th century, the Honkan (main building) has been designated as an Important Cultural Property and consists of two floors. We will begin our exploration on the 2nd floor, where you’ll learn about Japan's history through the exhibits. On the 1st floor, the rooms are categorized by artifact type, including Buddhist statues, samurai swords, kimonos, and more.
The museum also features a well-regarded shop and a stunning Japanese-style garden with teahouses. Additionally, we will enjoy a leisurely stroll through Ueno Park. Once the property of a renowned temple during the Samurai Era, the park is rich in historical sites and remains.
We also offer a range of reasonable, tiered pricing options!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pick-up
✔ English-speaking Guide
✔ Admission to the museum
✔ Transportation fee to Ueno Station (one-way / subway or JR train)
✖ Gratuity (not obligatory)
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. The Aoyama Grand Hotel
2. APA Hotel Nihombashi Bakuroyokoyama Ekimae
3. Okachimachi Station Hotel
4. Section L Yushima
5. sequence SUIDOBASHI
6. Hotel Monte Hermana Tokyo
7. The Keikyu EX Inn Akihabara
8. Pegasus
9. Jing House Akihabara
10. Hotel Livemax Akasaka GANDE
11. Hotel Yanagibashi
12. hotel MONday Premium UenoOkachimachi
13. Tokyo Asakusabashi Belmont Hotel
14. Prince Smart Inn Ebisu
15. APA Hotel Ueno Okachimachi Ekimae Minami
16. BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel
17. HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
18. Tama Ryokan
19. APA Hotel Shinagawa Sengakuji Ekimae
20. Miyako City Tokyo Takanawa
Additional Info: You will be picked up at your hotel by a guide. Please let us know if your hotel is located outside our designated range. Public transportation, such as the metro or JR train, will be utilized from the nearest station to reach the first destination.
Itinerary
1
Ueno
In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel at 9:30 am. Together with the guide, you will take the subway or JR train to Ueno Station.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Tokyo National Museum
Immerse yourself in Japanese art, history, and culture at Tokyo's oldest museum, located in Ueno. We will visit the Honkan (main building), which was rebuilt in 1938 and has been designated as an Important Cultural Property. With the help of your experienced English-speaking guide, you will gain insight into Japan's history. The Tokyo National Museum also houses and exhibits many Important Cultural Properties designated by the State, including numerous National Treasures.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Tokyo National Museum Garden
If time permits, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Japanese-style garden behind the museum. The garden features teahouses and a serene pond, allowing you to relax and experience a tranquil atmosphere amidst the lush greenery.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Ueno Park
Ueno Park was once the property of Kaneiji Buddhist Temple, which was known as the family temple of Tokugawa Shoguns. As a result, the park is home to many historic sites and buildings. Your guide will show you around this beautiful park, and the tour will conclude there. At the end of the tour, the guide will provide instructions on how to return to your hotel or proceed to your next destination.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please prepare rain gear, such as umbrella or a raincoat, in case of bad weather.
• If your hotel is situated outside our designated pick-up range and alternative transportation, such as a subway, is not feasible, guests are responsible for covering the fare. This includes the cost for both the guide's transportation to the first destination and from the last destination back to your hotel.
• Due to weather condition or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
• Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions .
• The tour involves a good amount of walking outdoors. We suggest wearing sneakers or comfortable shoes.
