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Thank you for joining our Virtual Tour!

We had a fantastic time this week meeting over 40 people online for our Virtual Nakagin Capsule Tower tour! 

We do miss the real tour in the tower however, it was so nice to talk to our guests again, sharing our love toward the tower.
We will look forward to meeting everyone!!

Go to ONLINE Nakagin Capsule Tower page.

 

 

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COVID-19 Travel updates

Our Prime Minister Abe had declared a state of emergency covering Tokyo, Osaka and five other prefectures amid the growing outbreak of COVID-19, in a step to take restrictive measures today. The declaration is estimated to last period of one month.

 

The health and safety of our guests, both inside and outside of Japan, are of the utmost importance to us.

 

Following this declaration, we regrettably have decided to close our bookings until the stay-at-home order (“request” in Japanese terms) in Tokyo is removed.

We are now working on a project that we can provide our experiences from the comfort and safety of your home. We will keep you updated.

Hang in there!

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Age-Old Craft in Modern Life: The Kuramae Hands-on Tour

An original tour collaborated with NOHGA HOTEL and HOTEL NIWA TOKYO navigating you through the creative neighborhood of Kuramae. We invite you to experience the culture of Japanese craftsmanship and design in this area and how these traditions play in our modern life. Join us in this one-of-a-kind first-hand experience.
 

Tour Outline

9:30am Meet at NOHGA HOTEL UENO 10:00am “Mogami Kogei” sashimono (Japanese traditional woodworking) visit 10:45am Make your own pure silver bookmark at “Nisshin Kikinzoku” silversmithing workshop 11:50am “Kakimori” or “Gunji Miso & Tsukemono Shop” for observation, food sampling, and shopping.
 
12:30pm Tour finish at the final destination.
 
Where we are visiting…
 
1. Mogami Kogei
Since 1912, Mogami Kogei has been continuing the craft of “Edo Sashimono” (traditional Edo-period woodworking) to create products that bring traditional Japanese craftsmanship and art into modern, everyday life.
 
Sashimono is the traditional Japanese woodworking technique in which, instead of nails, cogs and dimples called “hozo” are carved into wooden planks that fit together to create furniture and other household goods.
Further within sashimono is the practice of “Edo Sashimono”. In Edo Sashimono, both thin planks and slender dowels are used to create items that seem delicate in their appearance and weight but are remarkably strong due to their use of “hozo”. It is a truly beautiful art form to behold.
 
Participants will get a chance to shadow and observe the workings of the craft masters in the workshop. The rich smell of wood, the timeless craftsmanship, and the sound of the masters and apprentices shaving away is an environment that most people are not privileged to experience.
 
 
2. Nisshin Kikinzoku

photo by Zoria Petkoska

Here, you will have the chance to learn about, hold, and use the tools of the Japanese silversmith to craft their own pure silver bookmarks.
“Nisshin Kikinzoku” is a Taito-ku fixture, with a rich history stretching across three generations. Infusing modern sensibilities into this traditional craft, they are creating an innovative approach to Japanese silversmithing. They regularly open their studio to those wishing to take classes on how to create everyday objects such as rings and spoons.
Come experience this timeless tradition and learn directly from the masters themselves. Take your handmade pure silver bookmark home with you as a memento.
 

 

3.Kakimori

photo by Zoria Petkoska

The very popular and quirky stationery store in Kuramae.
Pens, pencils, custom inks, paper, and everything in between, line the walls of the store. You are welcome to pick up nearly anything and give it a sample write. The pen you find in the hotel room of NOHGA HOTEL had been designed with Kakimori and their colors are originally curated.
Kakimori’s popular, made-to-order notebook service would definitely be a great souvenir to bring back home. Rediscover the joy of writing and creation by hand!
 
 
4. Gunji Miso & Tsukemono Shop

photo by Zoria Petkoska

Gunji Miso Tsukemono Shop was founded in 1957, and carries on the tradition of aging miso according to natural temperature fluctuations. They are also beloved by all in the community for their exceptional selection of homemade ‘tsukemono’ (Japanese pickles) made using fresh seasonal vegetables.
 
The storeowners are happy to chat up customers, giving recommendations of how to prepare their miso, and what dishes they work well in. Gain some knowledge about this traditional Japanese staple, while sampling some of the product itself. See if you can discern the different sweet, umami flavors of each!
Of their tsukemono, the daikon radish pickled in salted rice yeast is a top recommendation. With refreshing sweetness, and great texture from the radish skin, it is a lovely pair to a bowl of rice or cup of Japanese tea.
These same pickles and miso are used in one of the most popular meals at NOHGA HOTEL, the Japanese Breakfast. These are indispensable to any everyday meal, so take some time to find what sparks your interest!
 
After that, for anyone with the interest and appetite, we will be happy to guide you to Tempura Miyakoshi or Tempura Shimomura for lunch.
We are looking forward to welcome you all along with us on this unique tour!
  
Tour Schedule and Details 
9:30am Meet at hotel:　Taxi to Mogami Kogei 10:00am Mogami Kogei:　’sashimono’ observation
walk to Nisshin Kikinzoku 10:45am Nisshin Kikinzoku:　Pure silver bookmark crafting 11:50am Kakimori or Gunji Miso & Tsukemono Shop Observation, food sampling, and shopping
12:30pm Tour finish at the final destination, Okazu yokocho (Torigoe 1-chome) .
*Please note that the tour price includes the observation and silversmithing experiences but does not include the cost of any purchases at other places.
 
 
Time and Date
【2019】 Dec 11 /Dec 18 /
【2020】Jan 15 / Jan 22 / Feb 5 / Feb 12/ Feb 26 / Mar 11/ Mar 18

Meet place: 1F Front Desk of NOHGA HOTEL UENO at 9:30am
Price: 9,000JPY per person
Max Capacity: 6 Participants *Minimum of 2 Participants Reservation: Go to our booking page! 
Reservation Deadline: Until 12:00pm of the day before the tour
Cancellation Fee: 50% of original price if cancelled the day before the tour 100% of original price if cancelled day of the tour
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Collaborated tour with
NOHGA HOTEL UENO

Happy to announce our collaborated tour with NOHGA HOTEL UENO starting soon!

We have two tours ready for you as the hotel original tour, which is the architecture tour in Ueno park / Yanaka, and hands-on workshop visit in Kuramae area. The architecture tour “Ueno and Yanaka architecture tour” will be held every Friday morning, visiting The National Museum of Western Art (1959 Le Corbusier) , The International Library of Children’s Literature (2015renovated by Tadao Ando) and Asakura museum of sculpture (1935 Fumio Asakura) after walking along Yanaka cemetery.
 
In the “Age-Old Craft in Modern Life: The Kuramae Hands-on Tour”, we will be visiting the small local workshops in Kuramae, traditional center of craftsmanship in Tokyo. Feel their passions towards what they make by communication and try creating a memorable gift for your self. The tour is held on random Tuesday so please check the detail for the date.
 
Both tour starts from NOHGA HOTEL from 9:30 and anyone can join in, even you are not the guest at NOHGA HOTEL. Let us navigate you through the best of Ueno and Kuramae in quick 3 hours in the morning. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️
 
For more details click HERE.
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Good things about choosing a private tour...

Rainy season is still continuing in Tokyo, but we had a lovely time with our guest from Singapore in Omotesando and Ginza. The biggest advantage of going on a private tour is that you can stop at SK-II pop-up store and enjoy the wonderful shaved ice at Toraya cafe in Ginza while admiring the great works in Tokyo!

You are with Tokyo local, who know the way around, the hidden backroads, seasonal events and have tons of suggestion for a nice place for a break. Take an advantage of choosing a private architecture tour and feel free to stop by for something interest you. We will take care of times, so just give us 3 hours and you won’t regret!
Tour details👇👇 https://www.showcase-tokyo.com/tours
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【Free Events】
Tokyo- Ueno Art Walk

Bustling tourist season is coming soon… Showcase Tokyo would like to invite all English speaking guests who are interested in exploring Japan’s cultural center UENO with our experienced friendly guides. Participation is FREE!!! If your schedule permits, please enroll NOW for the following special events:-
 
<Tour to Experience History in VR, and View World Heritage Site> 
Tuesday, March 12 –> 9:30-12:30 & 13:30-16:00 (GMT+9)
 
<Ueno no Mori Cycling Tour> 
Wednesday, March 20 –>13:00-16:00
 
<Tour of the The Tokyo National Museum and Sakura-Zukushi (‘filled with cherry blossoms’) Tour> Wednesday, March 13 –>13:30-17:00 Thursday, March 14 –>12:30-16:00
 
https://wow-j.com/en/Allguides/tokyo/sightseeing/02058_en/
For application, please check from the following Ueno Art Walk official page:- http://www.artwalk.jp/ueno/en/index.html
 
Check out the links and apply now!
We look forward to seeing you!!
 
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May this year be the one in which all your wishes to visit Tokyo come true. We would look forward to showing you around the great works in this great metropolis.
Contact us now for your next vacation to Tokyo!! Happy New Year!
 
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Arigatogozaimas to everyone for joining our tours this year!! We marked 796guests to Nakagin Capsule Tower tour alone which is amazing!
 
We will continue on supporting Nakagin Capsule Tower Preservation and Restoration project in 2019 as well and looking forward to seeing you on our tour!
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Our interview with Maeda san from 中銀カプセルタワービル(Nakagin Capsule Tower) on WAttention Tokyo Now video is on now!
We need your help to save our beloved Nakagin Capusule Tower. Spread the word if you agree! chn.ge/2OZU34a
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