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Guided Architecture Tour of Harajuku and Omotesando
Minato
About
Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of urban and modern architecture in Tokyo's Harajuku and Omotesando neighborhoods. Harajuku and Omotesando area had experienced a number of dramatic changes by the rapid westernization after the feudal period and by the rapid economic growth after World War II. Late 1970s, many creative designers and architects, such as Andoh Tadao, Kengo Kuma, Herzog & de Meuron and more built unique and inspiring buildings for luxury brand boutiques in Omotesando area. The guide will explain the attractiveness of this unique city formation. In a small group of no more than five people, get a glimpse into the Japanese lifestyle from a local point of view while deepening your unde...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking guide
Foods and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Nezu Museum
Meet the guide at the Nezu Meseum parking lot. Pass through the main gate and go to the parking lot located in front of the main entrance.
Return
Miyashita Park
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A maximum of five people per booking
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Minimum age is five years
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Guided Architecture Tour of Harajuku and Omotesando
Minato
About
Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of urban and modern architecture in Tokyo's Harajuku and Omotesando neighborhoods. Harajuku and Omotesando area had experienced a number of dramatic changes by the rapid westernization after the feudal period and by the rapid economic growth after World War II. Late 1970s, many creative designers and architects, such as Andoh Tadao, Kengo Kuma, Herzog & de Meuron and more built unique and inspiring buildings for luxury brand boutiques in Omotesando area. The guide will explain the attractiveness of this unique city formation. In a small group of no more than five people, get a glimpse into the Japanese lifestyle from a local point of view while deepening your unde...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking guide
Foods and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Nezu Museum
Meet the guide at the Nezu Meseum parking lot. Pass through the main gate and go to the parking lot located in front of the main entrance.
Return
Miyashita Park
Itinerary
1
Nezu Museum
Start the tour from Nezu Museum, designed by Kengo Kuma.
We do not enter inside of the museum during this tour.
2
PRADA Aoyama
Prada Aoyama was designed by Swiss architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron.
3
Omotesando
Most of the buildings are contemporary architecture that accentuate those cultural and trendy towns where fashionistas gather.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
oak omotesando
partially designed by Tange Associates, Shohei Shigemats for OMA, Hiroshi Sugimoto, etc.
5
Takeshita Street
The tour concludes near JR Harajuku Station. If you wish, you can explore Takeshita Street during or after the tour.
30 minutes
6
Shibuya Kuritsu Miyashita Park
Newly built facility filled with f lux and trendy outposts at the previous public park.
