Omotesando Urban Architecture Walking Tour
starts from
$63
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Description
Stroll along the upscale streets of Omotesando as your tour guide introduces you to the modern and exquisite buildings of this high-end district. Learn the history behind these buildings built from the vision of prominent Japanese architects. This is not your average tourist activity. See Omotesando through the eyes of a professional engineer and glean valuable and interesting insight into the unique and avant-garde buildings dotted around the area. Learn about Japanese architectural techniques applied in Western styles and walk away with a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and thought.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 8 business days (23:59 local time) to 2 business days (23:59 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Activity Detail
Pricing Details
Prices Starts From:27-09-2018 Ends On:01-01-2038 Available Days: Sunday, Saturday
| Adult (Age 15 & Up) | $63 |
| Child (Age 6-14) | $39 |
Inclusion
- English-speaking guide
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Min Qty: 2 & Max Qty: 8
Start Timings
- 13:00, 16:00
Duration
- 2 (hrs)
Check In/Pickup Location Details
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Access:
Get out of exit A2 of Omotesando Station on the Chiyoda Line, Ginza Line, or the Hanzomo Line on the Tokyo Metro.
Additional Notes
- Drinks, meals, and personal expenses are not included in the price.
- Please note that there are structures you may not be able to go into. Those will be viewed from the outside.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Walking shoes
- Comfortable clothing
- Tokyo can get very cold during the winter months and is advised to layer up in warm clothes. In the summer, comfortable clothes that are easy to move around is advised.
- In the interest of all tour participants' safety, please follow Japanese traffic rules at all times.
Schedule
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Meet at Apple Store Omotesando
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Not Your Average Tour
Omotesando, called Tokyo's Champs-Élysées, is home to a number of unique and interesting buildings. See them through the eyes of a professional as your guide—an engineer—gives you background information and insight into these exquisite works of art designed by prominent Japanese architects. Day: Day1 |
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Artistic Insight from a Professional Engineer
See other buildings designed by Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma who designed the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo. Visit a total of 10 buildings, including some which are not mentioned in guidebooks. Glean not only technical information but insight into the artistic expression of these cutting-edge urban designs. Day: Day1 |
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Extra Information and Tips from Your Guide
Interested in other things? Your guide is more than happy to point out stationery or character shops, as well as great eateries and dessert places you can try out later! Day: Day1 |
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| 15:00:00 |
End Tour at Sunny Hills Aoyama
Day: Day1 |
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