City of Edo 1840 Invitation to a Time Trip in Fukagawa Tokyo
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Invitation for discovering real daily life of common people of Edo period in a reconstituted neighborhood of Fukagawa in 1840s. One immersive experience in a characteristic landscape.
You will visit one neighborhood of Edo city in the 1840s, constituted of 3 shops on the main street 2 aubergines with boats 5 one-room apartments 3 food shops in a public place 1 fire watching tower
Your guide will play the role of the rice merchant’s wife and tell you stories about 14 people who lived in this neighborhood.
You will discover the structure of Edo-period society, the real life of common people, and finally the nature and the particularity of Edo culture.
A Japanese national, government-licensed guide, Blanca di Edo, will furnish you with the necessary explanation, which will allow you to enjoy a fully Edo-period experience.
Meeting point
Entrance of Fukagawa Edo museum
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 13:30, 15:00 (Tokyo time)
- Coming up
- 48 departures in 3 months, 4 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Entrance of Fukagawa Edo museum. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
48 departures are listed in the next three months, 4 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 13:30 and 15:00. Times are local to Tokyo.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
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