1 – Day Dynamic Tokyo Tour by Hato Bus (From Shinjuku) with Lunch

This tour is guided in English by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. Fully enjoy Tokyo on this 1-day tour including a meal. In addition to visiting Tokyo’s iconic sightseeing spots (Imperial Palace, Asakusa, Odaiba, and Tokyo Tower), this tour lets customers have luxurious experiences out of the ordinary such as a matcha green tea experience and Tokyo Bay cruise.

From AUD $178

Highlights

  • Explore Tokyo’s iconic landmarks, including the majestic Imperial Palace Plaza, historic Asakusa district, and stunning views from Tokyo Tower

  • Enjoy a relaxing Tokyo Bay cruise, offering unique perspectives of the city skyline and waterfront.

  • Indulge in a delicious Japanese-style lunch, included for a true taste of local cuisine.

  • Guided by a licensed English-speaking guide, providing insightful commentary and insider knowledge throughout the tour.

  • Multilingual audio guides available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Ukrainian to enhance your experience.

  • Convenient departure and return from Shinjuku Station, making the tour accessible for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers.

  • Perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive introduction to Tokyo’s blend of modernity and tradition in just one day.

  • Duration

    9 Hours and 30 Minutes

  • Offered in

    English

What is included

  • Western-style buffet lunch (with coffee or tea)

  • Tokyo Bay cruise fare

  • Tokyo Tower Main Observatory admission (150 m)

  • Sightseeing bus fare

What is not included

  • Tokyo Tower special observatory admission (250 m)

ITINERARY

Meeting / Pickup Point

Shinjuku Station East Exit Hato Bus Boarding Area.
Access: JR Shinjuku Station East Exit side, facing Studio Alta (opposite side)

Start time

07:50:00

End point

Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Entrance

What To Expect

Discover Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks in just one day on this guided tour departing from Shinjuku. Begin with a scenic view of the Imperial Palace Plaza, stroll through the historic Asakusa district, and take in panoramic cityscapes from the renowned Tokyo Tower. This tour offers the perfect mix of traditional and modern sights, ideal for first-time visitors seeking a deep dive into Japan’s vibrant capital. Enjoy a relaxing Tokyo Bay cruise, and indulge in a Japanese-style lunch, included as part of the tour. A licensed English-speaking guide ensures you get expert insights throughout the day, while multilingual audio guides enhance the experience for international travelers.

Meet up at Shinjuku Station East Exit Hato Bus Boarding Area. Then head to the Imperial Palace in Tokyo and start strolling around its beautiful grounds, historic moats, and scenic gardens

Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure. Admire the view at this National Garden that was formerly a private garden of the Royal Family.
Enjoy the view of Nijubashi Bridge, which is said to be the face of the Imperial Palace, as well as the view of the Imperial Palace itself.

Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street (free time for sightseeing)

Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, offers plenty to see including the bright red Kaminarimon Gate, a statue of the god of thunder, and a five-story pagoda.
The bustling street known as "Nakamise" stretches for about 250 m from Kaminarimon Gate to Senso-ji Temple and is filled with a plethora of shops.

Asakusa Matcha Green Tea Experience

Experience preparing matcha green tea at Kaminari Issa, a matcha experience store with the concept of “tasting matcha in a casual atmosphere.” Watch a video on how to prepare matcha green tea. Afterwards, everyone can experience grinding tea with a millstone and enjoy having matcha green tea in a Japanese-style room. (Includes matcha green tea and jonamagashi, traditional Japanese confectionery.)
*Not a formal tea ceremony experience.

Odaiba (free time for sightseeing) and Enjoy Western-style Buffet Lunch

With plenty of popular sightseeing spots and large shopping facilities, this area has a lot to offer everyone from kids to adults. The Odaiba Statue of Liberty (replica), which commemorates the friendship between Japan and France, can be seen standing by the Rainbow Bridge. Then Enjoy Western-style Buffet Lunch. Located on the Odaiba waterfront, Hilton Tokyo Odaiba features the Seascape terrace dining restaurant where customers can savor a buffet-style meal with a rich variety of dishes.

Symphony Afternoon Cruise and Tokyo Tower Main Deck (View)

Delight in the dynamic scenery of Tokyo from over the water Cruise Time: 15:00 - 15:50.
Includes 1 serving of coffee or tea. Then go to Tokyo Tower, the symbol of Tokyo, offers a great 360-degree panoramic view from its main observatory.























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    • Availability: August 2025: 25, 27, 29 September 2025: 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 17, 19, 22, 26, 29 October 2025: 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10, 15, 17, 20, 22, 23, 24, 27, 29, 30, 31 November 2025: 5, 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 December 2025: 1, 3, 5, 8, 12, 15 2026: To be advised

    • Bookings may be made until 15:00 on the day prior to the tour. Please make a reservation on the system.

    • If the minimum number of participants (1) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, or due to other operational management circumstances, the tour on that date may be canceled.

    • This tour cannot be requested in advance.

    • Due to traffic restrictions or entry restrictions, etc. near the Imperial Palace, operation may be suspended, or departure may not be possible from the designated departure location.

    • The order of the tour itinerary is subject to change due to road conditions or other reasons.

    • Depending on the season and day of the week, traffic conditions may vary, and arrival time at each location may be considerably delayed. The scheduled tour ending time may vary depending on traffic conditions. Thank you for your understanding.

    • The matcha green tea experience in Asakusa is not a formal ceremony, but an experience for customers to make their own tea.

    • Depending on weather conditions, the cruise may stay near the shore.

    • At Tokyo Tower, only the main observatory (150 m) will be entered. An additional admission fee is required to access the special observatory (250 m). For those interested, please pay the required charges on your own.

    • Please participate in shoes which are easy to walk in.

    • Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus seats. If a seat on the bus is required for the child, please make a booking at the Child rate.

    • Includes Lunch: Western-style buffet featuring a variety of dishes at Hilton Tokyo Odaiba (with coffee or tea).

    • The tour will have a late lunch (around 13:30). As lunch is a buffet, requests for vegetarian meals cannot be accommodated.

    • Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.

    • After the guide leads the tour to each drop-off location, customers will have free time on their own. *Drivers do not work as guides.

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