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

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.

Itinerary

1. Imperial Palace

   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.

   · 40 min

2. National Diet Building

   (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

   · Non-stop passage

3. Tokyo Tower

   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.

   · 40 min· Admission included

4. Senso-ji Temple

   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.

   · 1 h

5. Kabukiza Theater

   (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.

   · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

• If you arrive at the meeting location but have difficulty finding the meeting point, please call the local operator, JTB Sunrise Tours, at +81 3 5796 5454 for assistance (available 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Japan time). • In case bookings have been made separately, you may be assigned to be on separate tour buses. • At Tokyo Tower, only the main deck (150 m) will be visited. An additional admission fee is required to access the Special Observatory (250 m). Those who wish to enter must pay the required charges at the location. • [From Shinjuku Station] JR Shinjuku Station East Exit side, Please wait at the Hato Bus Boarding Area No. 2. : https://www.hatobus.com/v01/en/departure/31 • [From Tokyo Station] Leave through the Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit ticket gate and head straight outside. Proceed along the station building on the left hand side and you will reach the Hato Bus boarding area. Please wait in the Waiting Room No. 5 under the elevated railway: https://www.hatobus.com/v01/en/departure/tokyostation

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• 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.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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