Tokyo Tales — A Book Lover’s Tour

Tokyo Tales — A Book Lover’s Tour

from $317.00

Lose yourself in Tokyo’s literary wonderland on a tour designed for true bookaholics. Stroll through Jimbocho’s legendary book district, explore hidden bookstores and stylish libraries, and end the day in cozy book cafés made for lingering with your latest finds. Perfect for readers who collect more books than they can ever finish, this tour is a celebration of the joy of books themselves.

The price listed below is per group, not per person.

Number of Participants (Adults & Children):
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Tour Summary

⚲ Location: Tokyo

↻ Duration: 6 hours

⇒ Meeting Time: 10 a.m.

⌕ Meeting Location: Your hotel lobby (your guide will contact you to confirm the exact spot)

⇐ Drop-off Time: 4 p.m.

⌕ Drop-off Location: Last destination

⚐ Language: English (other languages may be available upon request)

NOTE: YOUR TOUR IS ENTIRELY PRIVATE — NO OTHER TOURISTS WILL BE JOINING, MAKING IT A FULLY PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE.

THE DETAILS ABOVE CAN BE ADJUSTED UPON REQUEST.

Tour Details

  • ….. 1. Jimbocho Book District . 1 hour 30 minutes
    How did a single devastating fire end up turning Jinbōchō into Tokyo’s most famous book district? Wander through Tokyo’s legendary secondhand bookshops, rare editions, and literary treasures.

    ….. Commute . 15 minutes

    ….. 2. National Diet Library . 60 minutes
    Step into Japan’s largest library, home to millions of volumes and quiet study halls.

    ….. Commute . 20 minutes

    ….. 3. Tokyo Station Character Street & Bookstore . 40 minutes
    Browse beautiful Japanese stationery, manga, and book-themed shops beneath Tokyo Station.

    ….. Commute . 15 minutes

    ….. 4. Daikanyama T-Site (Tsutaya Books) . 60 minutes
    Lose yourself in Tokyo’s most stylish bookstore complex, blending books, lifestyle, and design.

    ….. Commute . 25 minutes

    ….. 5. Book Café (e.g., R-Za Burrow or Café Bibliotic Hello!) . 60 minutes
    Unwind with a drink in a cozy café lined with shelves of books and literary ambiance.

    The remaining time, if any, accounts for commuting between locations, transitions, regrouping, and settling into each segment, which naturally expand the overall duration.

  • ✔ Dedicated, multilingual, professional local tour guide’s time and expertise (for 6 hours), along with their personal expenses.

    ✔ All Entrance Fees: All entrance fees for the listed attractions are fully included in the tour, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience for our guests.

    ✔ Stovenirs: A unique souvenir for each guest on the tour (see section below).

    ✔ Customizable Itinerary: Flexibility to tailor the tour according to your preferences and interests.

    ✔ Personal Support: If customers who book contact us with any questions about their Japan trip, we will respond promptly.

  • ✖ Meal Costs: Participants are responsible for their own meals (e.g., lunch).

    ✖ Transportation Costs: Participants handle their own transportation costs (public or private).

    Note: For those who booked the 'Luxury Wand' asset, everything mentioned above is fully covered, including private transportation.

    More about the 'Luxury Wand' here.

  • Stovenirs = Souvenirs + Stories.

    贈り物の背後には、心のこもった物語が広がっています。

    (Okurimono no haigo ni wa, kokoro no komotta monogatari ga hirogatteimasu.)

    Translation: "Behind every gift, there is an heartfelt story unfolding."

    For direct bookings made through our website, every guest will receive a special "stovenir" during the tour—a thoughtfully chosen souvenir accompanied by a captivating story about Japan, shared by your guide.

    These stovenirs are designed to enrich your experience, making your tour not just memorable but deeply meaningful.

  • 1. Confirmation Email: You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of booking.

    2. Resources: We will email you "Preparing for Your Japan Trip" and "Japan Secrets" digital guides to help you make the most of your experience.

    3. Personalized Contact: Your guides will reach out to you three times (via email or Whatsapp):

    a… 2-4 weeks before your tour.

    b… again the day before your tour with them.

    c… and finally at the meeting point on the day of the tour.

    4. Support: We will follow up with you to ensure everything is going smoothly and offer support if any issues arise.

You may have more inquiries. Why not explore our Frequently Asked Questions section?

For cancellations made more than 15 days before the tour date, an 80% refund will be issued. This reflects the time spent assigning your guide and tailoring your itinerary. For cancellations made 2 to 14 days before the tour date, a 50% refund will be issued. Cancellations less than 2 days before the tour date or no-shows are non-refundable.
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