A hidden gem for sightseeing in Tokyo! Stylish Instagrammable spots for girls' trips

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This special feature is Tokyo sightseeing x girls trip is!
There are many popular sightseeing spots Tokyo for, Beautiful spot There are also many!

Scattered throughout Tokyo Hidden tourist spots We picked these up from a women's travel perspective.
In addition to the introduction spots, Recommended gourmet spots and experience tours nearby are carefully selected and introduced by the Activity Japan editorial department!

Invite your friends on your next holiday Tokyo Would you like to go to one of the stylish Instagrammable spots?

Tokyo sightseeing spot: Girls’ trip x Instagrammable spot 1: Imperial Palace

Nijubashi Bridge at the Imperial Palace, Tokyo

imperial palace What is The well-known residence of the current Emperor of Japan is.
It is located to the west of JR Tokyo Station, and there are Houses of Parliament "or" Nippon Budokan There are many famous facilities that you may have heard of, such as ``.

The current Imperial Palace is the center of the Edo Shogunate, which once existed. Edo castle '', and the Emperor's residence moved to the Imperial Palace after the Meiji Restoration.
Therefore, the grounds of the Imperial Palace are dotted with many historical sites related to Edo Castle, such as the vast moat that surrounds it and the ruins of the Honmaru. .

Tokyo It is gaining popularity as one of the best tourist spots!
However, depending on the area you are visiting, you may not be able to enter. Reservations are required for some tours, so be sure to check the spots you want to see in advance to see if they have reservations.

Imperial Palace and cherry blossoms in spring

In addition, although the Imperial Palace is located in the city center, A scenic spot full of nature where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. There is also. Areas known as landmarks are open to the public for a limited period of time.

It is also a good idea to adjust the time of your visit so that you can take advantage of the seasonal scenery in the background!

The Imperial Palace has vast grounds, A hidden spot that won't feel crowded There is also.

imperial palace
1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Of course, you can take a leisurely stroll and look for spots that look good at your own pace. guided tour We also recommend participating in the event and learning about the history of the Imperial Palace and Edo Castle. you know!

Active experience tours starting from the Imperial Palace are also popular, so if you're interested, be sure to join them.

Fun Edo Castle! Let's look at the history of Tokyo's development from Edo Castle! 3-hour guided tour Alone and beginners welcome!

Ryugujo Workshop
Ginza/Tsukiji

This plan is not available in English.

welcome! everyone. “Co-Badesu”, who knows everything about Edo Castle, will dissect Edo Castle from an angle you never imagined! If you do so, you will see that there are various connections with the events that occurred in Edo-Tokyo. After participating in this tour, you will surely be able to experience various sights emerging from the seemingly empty East Gardens of the Imperial Palace.

[Tokyo, 23 wards] Tour with a guide! Departure and arrival at Kanda, Imperial Palace, Hibiya. Tsukiji, Tsukishima course cycling tour (morning)

Cycling Holiday Tokyo
Ginza/Tsukiji
9,000 Yen~ (tax included)

Enjoy the dramatic change in the scenery of Tokyo, where the old and new come together ♪ From the Imperial Palace and Hibiya area to the Tsukishima and Tsukudashima residential areas, the scenery changes dramatically in an approximately 3-hour tour of central Tokyo. It's a tour. Not only Japanese people but also travelers from overseas are welcome. Let's go on a journey to discover the charms of Japan♪

Tokyo sightseeing spot: Girls’ trip x Instagrammable spot 2: Hide and Seek Yokocho

Hide and seek alley in Kagurazaka, Tokyo

" hide and seek alley "teeth, A little-known spot in Tokyo's stylish streets that retains the atmosphere of the Taisho era is.
It is located in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Ward, northwest of the Imperial Palace.

Kagurazaka is said to have existed since before Tokugawa Ieyasu entered the city, and is an area with a rich history that has changed from a downtown area to a red-light district with the changing times.
the current, Kagurazaka is dotted with several alleyways, and is a popular tourist spot for gourmet food and sweets among both domestic and international tourists. .

Hide and Seek Yokocho is one of the alleys in Kagurazaka that retains an especially old landscape! The narrow cobblestone streets are lined on both sides with quaint Japanese houses and restaurants, giving you the feel of a former red-light district.

cute and unique " hide and seek The name comes from the fact that if someone walking in front of you on the street steps aside, you won't be able to spot them. .

It is recommended to visit not only during the day, but also at night, when the atmosphere becomes even more vibrant. Why not pose as if playing hide-and-seek in a small alley for a moody shot?

As mentioned above, there are many stylish gourmet spots in Hide and Seek Yokocho that define the atmosphere of the street!

Japanese restaurant “Sen” in Hide and Seek Yokocho

Enjoy a Japanese course meal in a modern Japanese space. Sen , A renovated restaurant where you can enjoy Italian cuisine in a space with a mix of Japanese and Western cuisine. Sakanoue Restaurant Even within the same area, the genres and tastes of stores vary widely.

It would be nice to stretch out a bit and enjoy a meal in the adult town of Kagurazaka!
Lunch is recommended for those who want to enjoy a meal at a reasonable price. Please stop by when you want to enjoy the photos!

hide and seek alley
Kagurazaka 3, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Near Hide and Seek Yokocho, you can enjoy the good old days of Japan. Manufacturing experience Also possible!
Please come and join us before or after visiting Yokocho.

[Kagurazaka, Tokyo] 360-year-old traditional technique "Kumihimo experience" Braided cords can be made into bracelets and straps! 6 minutes walk from the station! Even after work!

Michimei Co., Ltd.
Shinjuku/Yoyogi
6,000 Yen~ (tax included)

Why not experience authentic braiding in Kagurazaka, a stylish and chic town? "Domei" holds braid experience sessions in the hope that more people can experience the beauty and depth of the traditional Japanese craft of braiding by actually experiencing making braids themselves. I am. In the trial course, you will be asked to form Nara-gumi on Marudai, and the braided cord will be tied with a strap or bracelet on the spot.

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Tokyo sightseeing hot spot girls trip x Instagrammable spot 3: Pola Museum Annex

POLA Ginza Building and other buildings

" POLA MUSEUM ANNEX "teeth, Contemporary art gallery in Ginza, Tokyo is.
Close to Tokyo Metro Ginza-itchome Station and Yurakucho Station. POLA Ginza Building It is located on the 3rd floor of ``.

POLA Ginza is operated by a popular cosmetics manufacturer in Japan. POLA ”!
The POLA Ginza Building, where the flagship store is located, has the main concept of “ Beauty/Art/Gastronomy .

The concept of Pola Museum Annex is naturally “ art ”!
Art works owned by POLA are exhibited in the gallery, which has a unified chic interior. . Additionally, there are special exhibitions that display a variety of contemporary art.

Although it is located in Ginza, admission to the gallery is free! Ginza You can stop by while enjoying sightseeing.
Unusual for an art gallery, photography is allowed. . If you find a piece of art that interests you, take a photo that stands out without disturbing other visitors!

In addition, the POLA Ginza Building, which has one underground floor and 12 floors above ground, is filled with beauty and gourmet spots such as a beauty skin clinic, sushi, Chinese, French, and Japanese sweets shops.
You can enjoy searching for cosmetics, shopping, and gourmet sweets all in one place.

POLA MUSEUM ANNEX
3rd floor, Pola Ginza Building, 1-7-7 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Around the building, Tokyo walking tour Recommended for commemorating a girls trip to Tokyo Manufacturing experience You can participate in such things!

Ginza After enjoying the impressive art experience, why not enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo and Ginza in your own way and look for something different?

[Walking around Tokyo when you think you know it] What's really interesting is behind the scenes! Secret Ura Ginza WALK ~Origin~

UraUraTourTokyo
Ginza/Tsukiji

This plan is not available in English.

When we think of Ginza, today we have a strong image of a neon-lit night city, but do you know what it was like in the Edo period and earlier times? Start from the main street, Ginza Chuo-dori. If you take a step into a narrow back alley from there, your image of Ginza will completely change. The truly charming Ginza actually starts from here! Edo period

[Tokyo Ginza] One-day experience carving kisegurasu where you can even engrave letters ☆ A thoughtful gift for your anniversary ♪

Yu Kobo Tokyo Ginza Classroom
Ginza/Tsukiji
12,100 Yen~ (tax included)

Yu Kobo has opened 6 classrooms in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Our bright and friendly professional staff will assist you at your own pace. Give a handmade glass as a gift to a family member, friend, lover, etc. on their birthday or anniversary ☆Engrave the design or name you want to convey on the sparkling glass ♪ Your original glass is complete! Surprise

Tokyo sightseeing spot: Girls’ trip x Instagrammable spot 4: State Guest House Akasaka Imperial Villa

Guest house, Akasaka Imperial Villa

" State Guest House Akasaka Imperial Palace "teeth, Facilities used to entertain royal and presidential guests from around the world is.
It is located in Motoakasaka, Minato Ward, west of the Imperial Palace.

Akasaka Imperial Villa was built over 100 years ago in 1909 (Meiji 42)!
Bringing together the best architectural technology and art in Meiji Japan, it was later built into the residence of Emperor Taisho. " Togu Palace completed as .

It was later used as the Crown Prince's residence and a government office building, and after extensive renovations from 1968 to 1974, it was reborn as a state guesthouse. In 2009 (Heisei 21), 100 years after its founding, the buildings that remained from the time of its founding were designated as national treasures.

Starting in 2016, it will be open to the public all year round. During normal times, you can tour the main building and garden with no reservations required (up to 19 people per person)!

You can experience a gorgeous world reminiscent of a European palace, with beautiful ceiling paintings, giant chandeliers, and marble stairs inside the main building!
Mixed with the Western-style interior design, designs such as helmets and swords are also included. . Let's look for it while taking photos that stand out.

State Guest House Akasaka Imperial Villa and Fountain

Akasaka Imperial Palace is full of photogenic spots, and the most popular ones are: Fountain in the main garden located on the south side of the main building !
A gigantic, atmospheric fountain with statues of turtles, killer whales, and griffons, a fantastical animal. A historic view spot designated as a national treasure is.

If you take a photo with the main building in the background and the fountain in the center, you can get a spectacular shot that will make you feel like you are visiting a historic European palace. .
Be sure to check it out as well as take a tour of the interior of the building!

State Guest House Akasaka Imperial Villa
2-1-1 Motoakasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Around Akasaka Imperial Palace, A unique indoor experience recommended for girls' trips You can participate.

Participation in groups is also possible, so feel free to stop by with your girls' trip members.

[Tokyo/Aoyama] Find a color that suits you! “Personal Color Diagnosis” conducted with detailed 6 types diagnosis! 4 minutes walk from Gaienmae Station!

muse Branding Academy
Roppongi/Aoyama

This plan is not available in English.

You can find out the ``Personal Color'' that suits your skin color.We not only diagnose the 4 seasons, but also perform a more detailed 6 type diagnosis. Increase your charm by incorporating your personal color in fashion and makeup! Male customers are also welcome. Please note that this is a group diagnosis, so you may overlap with other customers.

[Tokyo/Aoyama] Personal color & personal body shape diagnosis! We also give advice on makeup and hair styles! 4 minutes walk from Gaienmae Station

muse Branding Academy
Roppongi/Aoyama

This plan is not available in English.

In addition to diagnosing your personal color, which is the color that suits your skin tone, you can also analyze your body shape to find out the style that suits you.

Tokyo sightseeing spot: Girls’ trip x Instagrammable spot 5: Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street

Tokyo, Yanaka Ginza shopping street

" Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street "teeth, A historic shopping street that has lasted about 70 years is.
Tokyo Ueno Accessible on foot from JR Nippori Station and Tokyo Metro Sendagi Station.

Especially when accessing from the Nippori side, there are stairs leading to the shopping street. sunset gradually ” is the most popular spot in the area!
You can enjoy the elegant downtown scenery created by the entrance to the shopping district and the open sky with few obstacles.

The evening hours are especially recommended when you can watch the sunset over the city. you know! Please stop by and check it out!

Yanaka Ginza shopping street began in the 1940s. It has a history typical of a downtown area, having been born spontaneously by a group of individual shops.

With a generational change in board members and an overhaul of the exterior, the building has developed into a tourist destination while retaining the atmosphere of old-fashioned Tokyo downtown.

Yanaka Ginza shopping street and carved wooden cat

Walking through the streets crowded with tourists, Each store has an original design on its sleeve, giving you a sense of unity. . placed in various places wooden carving cat You can also enjoy the excitement of searching for something!

The shopping street, which is about 170m long, is lined with about 60 shops, and in addition to shopping for kimonos and props, there are also spots where you can enjoy gourmet food and sweets while walking around. .

" Yanaka minced meat "" Yanaka Croquette ``Niku no Sato,'' where you can enjoy original fried foods such as ``Niku no Sato,'' and ``Niku no Sato,'' where you can easily enjoy exquisite rice crackers baked in-house. Yanaka rice cracker "etc, There are plenty of gourmet spots where you can eat quickly with one hand. .

Besides, The specialty is stick-grilled donuts shaped like a cat's tail. Yanaka Shippoya There are also plenty of sweet shops that are unique to Yanaka, where there are many cats.

While you're relaxing while eating your way around, enjoy a stylish walk looking for the downtown area from both inside and outside the street!

Yanaka Ginza shopping street
Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo

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Yanaka Ginza shopping street and beckoning cat

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Please refer to this special feature and enjoy a girls' trip that will shine as a sightseeing spot in Tokyo!

*The contents of this article are current as of January 2024.

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