Group Tours to Various Locations in Tokyo: used for creating a Comprehensive Guide.

        Tokyo as the centre of attraction and the capital city of Japan is a city that embraces both culture and innovation. For those who have interest in the past, modernization or entertainment they can be easily found in the city of Tokyo. For the group travellers, this huge city holds different interesting places and things to do which will suit different types of travellers. Friends’, family or business group tours provide an easy method of visiting the interesting places in Tokyo without having to worry about where to go or how to get there.

        In this article, I will introduce the favorited group tour destinations, discuss the advantages of using group touring and give some useful advices on how to prepare for it.

     Why Choose Group Tours in Tokyo?

    This is mainly due to the following reasons thus making group tours to be on the rise. First, they offer convenience. Herein myriad challenges that first time tourists may experience: There is a coherence between the transit systems transport and language when one is in a big city like Tokyo this makes gets hard to understand the transport, conduct a search on the best sites to see and the local language in general. Such issues are eliminated by group tours because there is always a guide who is well conversant with the city. The guide also speaks both Japanese and language of the travelers therefore there is little misunderstanding and a lot of fun.

Another advantage of Group tours is that they are taken in groups hence one can share on some of the experiences they had while on tour. Walking through Tokyo with a group, as a family or friends or even with the people like-minded on the internet can create common experiences and memories. From the hawked markets to the calm gardens, it is more fun when these ordeals get to be conducted.

Also, group tours can be prearranged and the frequency of such tours may also be adjusted. For example if you are interested in culture or history or if you group is interested in shopping or if you are a group interested in food then there are many options to suit these interests in the tour. In addition, most of the work is outsourced to the tour companies including transportation, accommodation and entry tickets. 

 Top Destinations for Group Tours in Tokyo

1. Shibuya Crossing 

        Shibuya is one of the most popular places in Tokyo, that is well known for one of the largest crosswalks worldwide. Pedestrians walk from left to right and from the front to the back in every possible angle is one of the distinctive feature of Tokyo. Apart from the crossing, Shibuya district can be considered as one of the biggest districts full of shops, restaurants, and other facilities for entertainment. When in a group people are usually taken to various attractions such as the Hachiko Statue which is a statue of a loyal dog that used to wait for its master at the station.

2. Meiji Shrine 

        Meiji Shrine is one of the main Shinto shrines in Tokyo; The shrine is situated nearby Shibuya. The shrine is located in a serene and cold environment which is enclosed by a green forest thereby giving one a true feeling of the real environment away from the busy cities. It is preferred for group tourism as tourists can make traditional Shinto prayers in the form of writing it on wooden plates called ‘ema’ and viewing the inner sanctum gardens of the shrine.

3.Tokyo Skytree 

    The last standing on our list of the most phenomenal observation decks is Tokyo Skytree, much recommended for bird’s eye view of Tokyo sans the birds. This is a skyscraper and currently the tallest building in Japan and it has lookouts of Tokyo city’s skyline with a glimpse of Mount Fuji on a clear day. Group tours are especially arranged to include a visit to the observation decks where people can always purchase fast-track tickets that allow them the privilege of not queuing for a very long time especially because most of the time is spent in observing the views.

4. Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple 

    Asakusa district is the oldest part of Tokyo housing Senso-Ji which is the most famous temple in Tokyo. The temple is constructed to worship Kannon, the bodhisattva, which has always been the awising place for millions of visitors annually. On a group tour of Asakusa most of the tour guides usually take their visitors to Kaminarimon gate where there is a giant red paper lantern and a stroll down the Nakamise Street, which is a relatively busy shopping market of snacks and souvenirs.

5. Akihabara 

    Especially for technology geeks and lovers of animation films, it will be a sin not to pay a visit to Akihabara. This neighborhood is noted for electronics shops, game arcades, anime shops among others. Tourist groups may usually find it necessary to visit large stores, shop for new gadgets or experience Japan’s pop culture. There are also other entertainment spots including the cosplay cafes together with themed restaurants.

6. Odaiba 

    Odaiba is an artificial island in Tokyo Bay which is characterized by large concrete structures, shopping and entertainment facilities. It is also the place where there is the famous statue of the Gundam robot in real human size which attracts the tourists in love with animations. Some of the group tours sightseeing spots in Odaiba may include teamLab Borderless an digital art museum, shopping at the Venus Fort shopping mall or even taking a leisurely boat ride at Tokyo Bay.

7. Tsukiji Outer Market 

 As for culinary enthusiasts, it will be quite engaging to have the Japanese group tour to the famous Tsukiji Outer Market. Even though the inner wholesale market is located at Toyosu, the outer market contains numbers of fresh seafood, sushi, and the traditional street foods of Japan. Here it is possible to get information on Japan’s cooking penchants and, if visiting in a group, taste the delicious exotic segregation of sushi, tempura, etc.

8. Imperial Palace 

    The Imperial Palace situated in the centre of Tokyo is the formal residences of the Japanese Imperial family. Although the inner grounds of the palace are not open for visitors, during the group tours the site’s gardens and the Nijubashi Bridge are explored. Particularly, the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace are famous, as those might propose not only the place for the rest but also the place for the history studying.

9. Harajuku 

    Harajuku is a district of Tokyo famous for fashionable clothes and young people’s culture, which is quite jolly and bright. This applies because most group tour companies usually plan their itinerary to include a walk through the Takeshita Street that is a popular shopping street with shops in various funky fashion, or themed cafes, and even the street food such as the rainbow cotton candy. It is also adorned with several art galleries and museums where people can get to view works of both modern and traditional art from Japan.

10. Ueno Park can be accompanied by Ueno Zoo 

Ueno Park is one of the largest parks within the city which is greatly noted for the cherry blossom trees that bloom in spring. This park also has several museums including the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Nature and Science and, Ueno Zoo. A guided tour in the Ueno Park affords an opportunity to discover the historical, natural and recreational facilities in Tokyo as well as being a one-stop centre for families.

Benefits of Group Tours

1. Cost-Effective

    It may be more affordable to travel in a group than to travel alone individually in a city like Tokyo such as in transport and admission charges. It is cheaper to compare rates for different attractions, hotels and transport because the amount that each person incurs is divided.

2. Guided Experience

    It will also be advisable to employ the service of an experienced guide especially if you intend to have a good experience of your trip. This helps in avoiding the aspect of being a lone ranger where one is likely to miss some important aspects related to the history, culture and other customs of the place. They also help make sure your group doesn’t get the wrong time table and ends up missing some of the important areas to visit.

3. Safety and Security

    Crime rates in Tokyo are low, but going around in a group during ones traveling, enhances his or her safety. The guide will be aware of the routes that are safe for you, the ways to avoid people’s flow and the measures that should be taken if any problem should occur during the whole trip.

4. Efficient Itinerary

    Precetime is scarce, and if you are going to take several places of interest in one city, the group tours are extremely helpful in terms of time. The beauty of having a group tour is that you get to plan where you want to go in detail so that you can maximize on the locations that are significant while avoiding potential frustrations that come with traffic or hitches.

 Tips for Planning a Group Tour to Tokyo

- **Book in Advance:**Depending on the availability of the seats in the bus, the group tours get booked rather easily, especially for the travel seasons like the cherry blossom season that ranges between the months of March and April or the autumn foliage season that ranges between the months of October and November.
- **Consider Interests:** Make sure that the tour interests everyone, it can be historical, taste buds, the art of shopping or simply the entertainment.
- **Stay Flexible:** However, ensure that you must plan for the places that u plan to visit in that country but try to leave some time and visit other regions not in the plan.
- **Pack Appropriately:** The weather of the Tokyo is though somewhat changeable in the course of the different seasons. It is recommended that appropriate footwear such as comfortable shoes for walking be worn and the people should dress for the climate.

 Conclusion Group Tours to Various Locations in Tokyo

    Visiting different places in Tokyo can be best done in group tours which are easy, fun and free from stress. There are many choices to choose from so that the groups can choose the specific tour that they want to avail from the traditional Tokyo or the new age Tokyo. Thanks to a group tour, it is possible to get the most out of your time in Tokyo and create the most passionate memories with people like you.