Tokyo Walking Tour: Explore the History of Tsukishima
Explore the charming streets of Tokyo. On this unique tour, your samurai guide will share the history and culture of Tsukuda in Tsukishima, while uncovering its hidden gems.
About
About Tsukishima
Tsukishima is a unique neighborhood located just 10 minutes by subway from Tokyo Station. It was developed through the reclamation of land from Tokyo Bay. This expansion played a significant role in the city’s growth, establishing both commercial and residential areas.
Today, Tsukishima seamlessly blends traditional Tokyo culture with modern urban life, making it a beloved destination for both locals and visitors. The area is especially famous for Monja Street, where you can enjoy Tokyo’s iconic dish, monjayaki. Additionally, It offers easy access to popular tourist spots such as Tsukiji Market and Odaiba, as well as historic temples and shrines.
Let’s Explore Tsukishima!
Tsukishima Walking Tour
¥4,000
¥2,000
Opening Campaign
- Schedule Available: Monday to Thursday, 9 AM – 5 PM
- Maximum 60 minutes (depending on number of participants)
- up to 5 people
On this tour, you will explore Tsukishima and the Tsukuda area, a small island developed in the Edo period by fishermen invited by Tokugawa Ieyasu from Settsu Province (present-day Osaka). As you visit shrines, you’ll learn how the area developed from reclaimed land. Your guide, a samurai resident, will share its rich historical background.The cherry blossoms are especially beautiful during the season.
Samurai Wear (Free)
If you wish, you can wear a samurai jacket. (a simple outer layer)
Samurai Wear (¥1,500)
If you wish, you can enhance your experience by renting samurai attire.
Itinerary
This is the itinerary for the Walking Tour.
Samurai Studio ICHI
5 mins
Introducing the historic traditional house, “Samurai Studio ICHI.”
Tsukuda Park
5 mins
A brief history of Tsukuda and Tsukishima.
It reflects the local beliefs and connection to the fishing town since the Edo period.
Tsukuda Kobashi
5 mins
A landscape where traditional streets and skyscrapers coexist.
Tenan
10 mins
Explain the origin of Tsukudani, a preserved food from the Edo period.
Sumiyoshi Shrine
10 mins
A shrine that has long been the guardian of Tsukishima and Tsukuda.
Tsukuda Tendai Jizo
10 mins
Jizo is believed to protect children and travelers
Monja Street
10 mins
Tsukishima’s local specialty, monjayaki.
“The Tsukishima Walking Tour is an insider tip and well worth it! The two samurai guides accompany you through a neighborhood to secret places in Tokyo that you would not normally discover. A wonderful experience that I highly recommend.”
Doris
Switzerland
Dai, the Tour Guide
I have been living here for 15 years. This neighborhood may not be well-known among travelers, but it is fascinating. It uniquely blends the charm of old-town Tokyo with modern high-rises.
Since this area was originally part of the sea, it is said to have even more delicious seafood than Tsukiji. Unlike Tsukiji, which is a popular tourist spot with higher prices, Tsukishima offers great food at more affordable prices. From sashimi, yakitori, and yakiniku to melon bread, wagashi, and of course, monjayaki—this area has it all. I hope to introduce you to the rich history of Tsukishima and its hidden culinary gems.
In 2004, started training in kenjutsu. As an actor, appeared in over 50 stage productions and films. In 2008, founded “KATANAYA ICHI” and performed Tate (samurai sword-fighting) in 25 cities across 16 countries. Also choreographed action scenes for many stage productions.
Tokyo Dojo Location
Samurai Studio ICHI
2-15-3 Tsukuda, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0051, Japan