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Everlasting Edo Audio Guide to Nihonbashi’s History

This self-guided walking tour transports you back to the Edo Period as you explore Nihonbashi, Tokyo’s historical center of trade and commerce. Once the domain of Samurais and Shoguns, today it’s a treasure trove of cultural and historical gems. Stroll through streets lined with age-old snack shops

📍Meeting point: Take Nihonbashi Station Exit B12. After exiting B12, enter the Coredo Department Store. Take the elevator on your left up to the first floor. Then, as you exit the elevator, with your back to the elevator, turn right and go straight. You will arrive at the starting point.

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What To Expect

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Passing by Nihonbashi Bridge, you'll discover its historical significance as Tokyo’s ‘kilometer zero marker,’ where all distances were once measured. This iconic bridge, built during the Edo Period, is a must-see in the heart of Tokyo. Admission is not applicable.

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At Japan’s oldest department store, Mitsukoshi, you’ll get a glimpse of luxury shopping that dates back centuries. Although entrance is free, shopping and dining experiences are at your own cost. It's a beautiful mix of tradition and modernity.

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Pass by the historic Bank of Japan, a symbol of Japan’s financial history. While entrance fees aren’t included, this grand building, with its Western-style architecture, offers a compelling view into Japan’s economic power during the Meiji period.

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Nestled in the heart of Nihonbashi, Fukutoku Shrine is a serene stop where you can witness traditional Japanese spiritual practices. The shrine offers a quiet retreat amidst bustling city life. Admission is free, but offerings are at your discretion.

What’s Included

  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What’s NOT Included

  • Smartphone and headphones

What to Bring

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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