Sizing Up Tokyo
"Introductory Walk 1 is a must for the first-time visitor," says Mr. Oka.
This tour features the historic, cultural and shopping centers of Tokyo as Mr. Oka takes you from Yoyogi through the seats of power and influence of the governmental area, the classically stately Imperial Palace, the colorful Asakakusa area, and into the shopping mecca of Ginza. The other tour
(Introductory Tour 2) features the literary center of Tokyo from the bookstore and university area of Jimbocho to the Ueno complex.
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Highlights
1-Meiji Shrine
2-Kasumigaseki
3-National Diet Building
4-Imperial Palace East Garden
5-Otemachi
6-Nihonbashi
7-Asakusa Kannon Temple
8-Ginza
Where does this tour start?
Tour starts on the JR Yamanote line
at Yoyogi station.
Where does this tour end?
Tour ends in the Ginza's 4-chome crossing.
What should I bring with me?
1-Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes!
Winter - over the ankle boots or rainboots.
Summer - walking shoes or sturdy and supportive sandals.
2-Change for bus and subway fares, snacks and vending machines
3-Hat and sunglasses for sun protection
4-Water.
5-Remember to check the latest weather forecasts:
http://today.reuters.co.uk/Weather/default.aspx
6-Extra yen for your personal needs.
How do I find out more or make my reservations?
E-mail Mr. Oka mroka@w9.dion.ne.jp
Telephone Mr. Oka in Tokyo between 7 p.m.-10 p.m. JPT.
81-42-251-7673 (from outside Japan) or 042-251-7673 (inside Japan)
