Tokyo Morning Tour by Hato Bus: Tokyo Tower & Asakusa Temple

Tokyo Morning Tour by Hato Bus: Tokyo Tower & Asakusa Temple

Duration4h - 5h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Discover Tokyo’s must-see highlights in one seamless guided bus tour. Begin at the National Garden, once reserved for Japan’s Imperial family, offering a peaceful contrast to the city’s energy. Take in iconic views of the Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge—often featured as a symbol of Tokyo.

Continue to Tokyo Tower, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, where the main observatory offers sweeping 360° views across the skyline.

Step into Tokyo’s spiritual heart at Senso-ji, the city’s oldest temple, and stroll Nakamise Street, a lively 250‑meter stretch lined with traditional snacks and souvenir shops.

This tour blends history, culture, and stunning city views in a single, easy journey, with the flexibility to depart from either Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station.

Options

From Tokyo Station

Starting point:
Hato bus Tokyo office, 1-chōme-10-15 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan

From Shinjuku Station

Starting point:
Hato Bus SHINJUKU STATION EAST EXIT, 3 Chome-38 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan

What's included

Air-conditioned and heated tour bus
English Speaking Guide
Tokyo Tower Main Observatory admission (150 m)

Tower special observatory admission (250 m)
Food and drinks
Fees other than those listed in Includes

What to expect

Imperial Palace
40m

Admire the view at this National Garden that was formerly a private garden of the Royal Family. Enjoy the view of Nijubashi Bridge, which is said to be the face of the Imperial Palace, as well as the view of the Imperial Palace itself.
National Diet Building
Pass by

(Drive-by) From Imperial Palace Plaza to Tokyo Tower On the way, enjoy seeing the National Diet Building through the vehicle window. This is the center of the Japanese Government. Don't let the impressive Western-style architecture fool you—this building is constructed almost entirely out of pure Japanese materials
Tokyo Tower
40m · Admission ticket included

Tokyo Tower, the symbol of Tokyo, offers a great 360-degree panoramic view from its main observatory. Only the main observatory (150 m) will be entered. An additional admission fee is required to access the special observatory (250 m). For those interested, please pay the required charges on your own. Tokyo Tower steel repair work is scheduled to begin in January 2027, with the end date yet to be determined. During this period, the exterior may appear different from usual due to installations such as scaffolding and protective netting.
Senso-ji Temple
1h

Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, offers plenty to see including the bright red Kaminarimon Gate, a statue of the god of thunder, and a five-story pagoda. The bustling street known as "Nakamise" stretches for about 250 m from Kaminarimon Gate to Senso-ji Temple and is filled with a plethora of shops.
Kabukiza Theater
Pass by

(Drive-by) From Asakusa to Tokyo Station On the way, enjoy seeing the Kabukiza theater and Ginza through the vehicle window. A classic Japanese-style theater where traditional Kabuki performances are held.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Board the tour bus at the Hato Bus Boarding Area at JR Shinjuku Station East Exit side, facing Gucchi Shinjuku Flagship (opposite side). Please wait at the Hato Bus Boarding Area No. 2.

Meeting point

Board the tour bus at the Hato Bus Boarding Area. Exit JR Tokyo Station from the Marunouchi South Exit ticket gate and turn left. Walk along the station building on your left, and you will find the Hato Bus Boarding Area. Please wait in Waiting Room No. 5 under the elevated railway.

End point

The tour ends at near Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Entrance. Please head to your next destination on your own from Tokyo.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to traffic restrictions or entry restrictions, etc. near the Imperial Palace, operation may be suspended or departure may not be possible from the designated departure location
The order of the tour itinerary is subject to change due to road conditions or other reasons
Depending on the season and day of the week, traffic conditions may vary, and arrival time at each location may be considerably delayed
At Tokyo Tower, only the main observatory (150 m) will be entered. An additional admission fee is required to access the Special Observatory (250 m). For those interested, please pay the required charges on your own
Tokyo Tower steel repair work is scheduled to begin in January 2027, with the end date yet to be determined. During this period, the exterior may appear different from usual due to installations such as scaffolding and protective netting
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus seats. If a seat on the bus is required for the child, please make a booking at the Child rate
In an effort to prevent global warming, the bus will have its engine and cooling/heating turned off while waiting
In general, groups with an odd number of members will share seats with other customers
Please keep your seatbelts fastened on board the bus
The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. Drivers do not work as guides
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour
Please note that this tour is operated by Hato Bus Co., Ltd.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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