If you are searching for a Kamakura private tour, the first thing to know is that not all private tours are the same. Some are private walking tours that use trains and local transport, while others include a private car and pickup from Tokyo. That difference is what usually decides the price, comfort level, and … Read more
A trip from Tokyo to Hakone is one of the best ways to experience hot springs, volcanic landscapes, Lake Ashi and, on a clear day, distant views of Mount Fuji. But a Hakone day trip also involves several trains, cable cars, ropeways, buses and boats, so it works best when you start early and know … Read more
The Tokyo Imperial Palace is one of the most confusing major sights in Tokyo for first-time visitors. Some areas are free and open to walk into, some require registration, and the palace buildings themselves are not open to the public. Here is the quick answer: you do not need paid tickets to visit the main … Read more
How Much Time Do You Need in Asakusa? For most first-time visitors, 3 to 4 hours is enough for a satisfying Asakusa half day itinerary. That gives you time to see Kaminarimon Gate, walk Nakamise Shopping Street, visit Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa Shrine, eat lunch nearby, and finish with Tokyo Skytree views from the Sumida … Read more