Trips to Tokyo also bring the chance to interact with local schools. The city having
hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020, many of Tokyo’ s schools
sought opportunities for international exchange. Students of all ages are still excited at
the prospect of meeting and communicating with their peers from overseas.

Any destination chosen for a school trip must be safe, and it must provide a sense of
security. According to the Safe Cities Index 2021 (Health Security category) report compiled
by UK-based news magazine The Economist, Tokyo ranks as the safest major city in theworld. Visitors and locals alike appreciate this aspect of the city, along with its notablecleanliness. Safe-and-clean Tokyo therefore makes an ideal destination for a school trip.

Tokyo is an international center of economic activity. By itself, it accounts for around 20% ofJapan's GDP a figure just behind Indonesia and larger than that of the Netherlands.
The bustling streets of Tokyo never fail to amaze visitors to the city. Another draw for anyone
planning a school trip here is the abundance of industry- and economy-related facilities thatwelcome visiting tour groups.

With two international airports, Haneda and Narita, Tokyo is Japan’ s main gateway to
the world. Domestic flights and an extensive network of Shinkansen bullet trainsconnect Tokyo with the rest of the country. Nearby major sightseeing spots such as Mt.
Fuji are readily accessible by road. In all, Tokyo serves as a convenient transportation
hub that provides easy access to other destinations.

Tokyo is packed with a wealth of tourist attractions, from the cutting-edge to the
traditional. Here, you will discover amazing pop culture, fashion, shopping, cuisine,entertainment, and more. The exciting fusion that is Tokyo makes for an
unforgettable trip.

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15:10

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15:30

Greetings from both schools; group activities

15:50

School tour

16:20

16:20
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Cultural exchange event(Kendama, calligraphy, karuta, etc.)

Closing (farewell, souvenir exchange,commemorative photo shoot)Visiting School (Australia)“staff + students wereexcellent and very helpful.”“It really impressed me to see
the students having so much fun.”“It was also interesting getting to
try out different activities they dofrequently, both culturally importantones and more modern ones.”“I usually sit at my desk and study,
but to get the chance to use English
like this was really great.”“The differences in school such as
calligraphy, sport and afternoon games
on the tatami mats were really interesting
to see. I loved this experience!”“I was happy I could talk with people fromoverseas! There were times when I couldn't
follow the English conversation,
but when I did understand, I was moved.”

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Focus on initiatives for diversity
and the environment

Learn ways to ensure safe,
secure lives for all

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WATERS takeshiba

NTT History Center of Technologies

SMALL WORLDSSUNSHINE60 OBSERVATORY TENBOU-PARK

Kawasaki Robostage

Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center, Tokyo Fire

Water Bus

Department (Ikebukuro Bosaikan)

JIDAIYA

Police Museum

Some-no-sato OCHIAI (Futaba-en)

Bank of Japan Head OfficeRED° TOKYO TOWER

Meteorological Science Museum
NHK Museum of Broadcasting

Enjoy the contrast between the lushly
green Tama area and the city center

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Showa Kinen ParkTokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatories
Jindaiji Temple
Showa Kinen Park
Takao 599 Museum
Mt. Takao
Tama Forest Science Garden

Mt. Takao

Hama-rikyu Gardens

Okutama

JR Om

Ome

e LineMusashi-Itsukaichi
JR Itsukaichi

Line

Haijima
ShinjuTachikawa
JR Chuo Line

Takao

Tama area

Tokyo's
23 cities

Haneda Airport

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Chofu Airport
Hachiojiku→

Kichijoji

Tokyo as the Center of Japan
DAY1

1

11:30
Kokyo Gaien National Gardens

DAY2

4

A well-known spot for cherry blossom viewing

9:30
Tokyo Metropolitan
Wholesale Market Toyosu Market

DAY3

7

9:00
Waseda University
A historic university founded in 1882

Wholesale market for Japanese foodSource:Kokyo Gaien
National Gardens Oﬃce

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Source:Waseda University

12:30
National Diet Building
Seat of the Japanese government

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12:00
School group activities in Shibuya

National Museum of
Nature and Science
Japan's only national comprehensive
science museum

Birthplace of cutting-edge culture

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11:00

Photo courtesy of National Museumof Nature and Science

14:00
Watch a sumo match or visit
the Sumo Museum
The raw power of this national sport

6

17:00
Tokyo Tower
See Tokyo from the symbol of the city

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12:30
Ameya-Yokocho market
One of Japan's leading shopping streets©Nihon Sumo Kyokai

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
As the nation's capital, Tokyo is the center of politics, economics, and much more. Here wetake a look at the various-and-sundry facilities and interesting spots the city has, and whatkinds of people and things these places bring in from around Japan.

On-siteTours are available to give visitors an understanding of the role of the various institutions
behind Japan's political and economic spheres through interview opportunities with key
people. Note that visitors are expected to have some knowledge ahead of time.

Post-visit
Choose an industry or sector in the place you are living, and research its role. both in Japanand overseas.

To the station/airport

Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo
Tokyo Metropolitan Wholesale
Market Toyosu Market
It is our hope that our work
inspires people to take more of aninterest in food, which is the mostimportant of the three basic needsof food, clothing. and shelter. Our
primary focus is to ensure a stablesupply chain, while minimizing pricefluctuations as far as possible. It
makes evervone hapoy if people
market suoports evervone wit
regard to the food we eat.

General Manager,
Sales Division,
Tohoto Suisan Co., Ltd.

Jun Saito

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Traditional Culture and History of Edo,
Past and Present
DAY1

1

DAY2

11:30
Sensoji Temple

4

Tokyo’s oldest temple

10:00
TOKYO SKYTREE®

14:00
Edo-kiriko cut glass workshop

7

10:00
Meiji Jingu (Shinto Shrine)
A shrine surrounded by abundant greeneryin the heart of the city

Broadcasting tower with a 360-degree view of Tokyo©Sensoji Temple

2

DAY3

©TOKYO-SKYTREETOWN

5Experiencing the precision andmeticulousness of Japanese technologies

12:00
TsukijiGet a sense of the appeal of Tokyo by eating

8

11:00
School group activities
in Harajuku and Omotesando
The birthplace of youth culture andcenter of sophisticated fashion

3

16:00
Edo-Tokyo Open Air
Architectural Museum

6

17:00
Yakata-bune (excursion boats)
Experience the traditional Japanese culture

A number of historically significant
buildings with cultural value

Source:Edo-Tokyo Open Air
Architectural Museum

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Research the history and attributes of Edo kiriko cut glass. Write down any questions you
have for these special artisans, who continue to perpetuate this art to this day.

On-siteCreate a one-of-a-kind piece of glass with this Edo kiriko glass-making experience. Ask theartisans about their technique and any issues they have faced with perpetuating their tradition.

Post-visit
Find out what kinds of traditional culture exist in your area. Talk about what we can due toprotect and perpetuate tradition, as well as the importance of successors in traditional arts.

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Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo
Kiriko Cut Glass Studio Ojima
We consider it our mission toperpetuate the traditional crafts
or the Edo Period. we want togive visitors a sense of the
meticulous, steady work of theartisans—both their techniqueand design—as well as thesensibilities that pervaded thedaily lives of the people of Edo.

Kiriko Cut Glass
Studio Olima

Eiii OjimaInspiring Ideas about a Sustainable
Future for the World
DAY1

1

11:00
Central Breakwater Landfill Site

DAY2

3

Learning about the flow of garbage processingin Tokyo, making resources from garbage
and environmental protection initiatives

Image:
Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Bureau of Environment

10:00
National Museum of Emerging
Science and Innovation (Miraikan)
A treasure-trove of knowledge

4

DAY3
10:00

6

Tokyo Yumenoshima
Tropical Greenhouse Dome
Cultivating over 1,000 varieties of tropical plants
Take in the magnificent nature for the metropolitan

12:00
School group activities in Odaiba
A variety of shopping, dining and leisure spotsat the waterfront

2

13:00
School group activities in Shibuya
Birthplace of cutting-edge culture

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5

15:00

14:00
Panasonic Center Tokyo

Witness initiatives for a better future and a better world

The Hydrogen Information Center"Tokyo Hydrogen Museum"
Learn about the future of Tokyo from theperspective of an invisible substance: hydrogen

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Know the issues ahead of time. Check how much garbage is generated annually in yourarea, as well as what methods of waste processing are used in Japan.

On-siteAsk about initiatives on environmental preservation, the current state of garbage in Tokyo,
and issues related to garbage.

Post-visit
Find out about initiatives in your area designed to cut down on garage, and consider steps
you might take in your home.

To the station/airport

Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo
The Hydrogen Information Center"Tokyo Hydrogen Museum"Hydrogen energy is destined to
be an important source of energy
in our daily lives in the future. We
encourage visitors to have funlearning about hydrogen at The
Hydrogen Information Center"Tokyo Hydrogen Museum" —andthat they realize that we are theones who determine our own
future.

General Manager,
The Hydrogen
Information Center"Tokyo Hydrogen
Museum"Hajime Ochi

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Showing the Legacy of Tokyo to the World
DAY1

DAY2

12:30

1

Japan National Stadium

4

Experience the legacy of the city's international
conventions, witnessed by people around the world

10:00
JICA Global Plaza
Learn about global issues and experience
connections with developing countries

DAY3

7

10:00
Tokyo Rinkai Disaster
Prevention Park Sona Area Tokyo

Learning about how to survive well after an earthquake©JAPAN SPORT COUNCIL

2

14:30
Take a walk around
the Japan National Stadium

5

15:10
Sensoji Temple
Tokyo’s oldest temple*Disaster Prevention
Experience Zone

©Sensoji Temple

3

6

15:00
Japan Olympic Museum

16:30
TOKYO SKYTREE®

Broadcasting tower with a 360-degree view of Tokyo

Learn about the historic event from various perspectives©JOC

Accommodation©TOKYO-SKYTREETOWN

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020, the city's capacity to accept
tourists, as well as tourism resources, were developed. Consider what changes andimpact Tokyo 2020 has had on the townscape and the people.

On-siteLet's ponder the legacy of Tokyo for the future. There are numerous things we can learn
that are entirely unique to the city of Tokyo, particularly the specific steps the city took tobuild its capacity to accept visitors from around the world. These include touring sports
facilities, learning about initiatives pertaining to barrier-free facilities, as well as safety
and reliability.

Post-visit
Find out what your home area has to offer the world, and also consider what kinds ofinitiatives are needed to pass it on to future generations.
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Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo
Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention
Park Sona Area Tokyo
At the disaster prevention
simulation area, take amoment to imagine the place
you live in the wake of anearthquake. We also hope that
this exerience will help you to
consider what steps you
would need to take to survive
such a disaster.

Manager,Tokyo Rinkai Disaster
Prevention Park
Sona Area Tokyo

Koji Maruyama

Protecting the Natural Environment ofTokyo's Islands
DAY1

1

14:15
Takeshiba Passenger
Ship Terminal

DAY2

4

DAY3

9:00
Mt. Mihara trekking

7

The mountain is a symbol of Oshima

10:00
Izu Oshima Volcano Museum
A rare museum—even on a world scale—dedicated to volcanoes

©TCVB

2

16:00
Oshima Great section oftephra layers

5

13:00

6

15:00

School Exchange

Distinct for its striped pattern formedby hundreds of eruptions

3

17:00
Twilight at Sunset Palm Line

Cycling on the island, Oshimacamellia flower petal dyeing

8

17:15
Takeshiba Passenger
Ship Terminal

Learn all about camellia blossoms, the symbol of Oshima

Oshima’s best sunset spot

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Check out the special traditions and points of local pride in your area,
and compile materials so that you can present on the topic.

On-siteDiscuss with students of Oshima High School about the places they are proudof in their own (local) town, and share opinions.

Post-visit
Through pre-excursion studies and learning on-site, consider the charm of your local area
and what you'd like to preserve about it. Also consider why you would like to preserve thethings you note and how you would do so.

To the station/airport

Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo

OshimaOshima, one of Tokyo's islands,
boasts a magnificent naturalenvironment. On the island of
Izu Oshima—designated a
Geopark—enjoy cycling,swimming in the ocean, various
sports extracting camellia oil—and observing the stunningnight sky full of stars.

Chairperson,
Oshima Tourism General
Incorporated Association

Sukehiro Koike

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DAY1

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11:10
WATERS takeshiba
Tokyo’s new waterfront. Study efforts to revive
the Takeshiba Tidelands ecology

DAY3

Kawasaki Robostage

7 Some-no-sato OCHIAI (Futaba-en)

10:30

4

11:00

Contemplate the coexistence of humans with robots
at this cutting-edge robot showroom

30 min by train

14:00

8

SMALL WORLDSOne of the largest “Edutainment”miniature parks in Asia

Try dyeing techniques from craftsmen at thiscenturies-old institution in Ochiai, Shinjuku

By water bus (60 min)30 min by train

2

DAY2

5

13:30

TOKYO CRUISE SHIP CO., LTD

13:30
RED° TOKYO TOWER
Japan’s largest e-sports park equippedwith state-of-the-art technology

JIDAIYA
Get to know “furoshiki,” often called“the ultimate eco bag”

©SMALL WORLDS©RED゜TOKYO TOWER

30 min by train

3

16:30
Odaiba Marine Park
Beautiful sunsets at a park surrounding a cove30 min by train

15:00

6 School group activities in Asakusa

17:00
Tokyo Station

Tokyo's cultural hub where tradition and vitality merge

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
What are SDGs and what kinds of initiatives are being taken to achieve them in Japan andaround the world? Find out here.

On-siteVisit places to learn about long-existing traditional techniques as well as cutting-edge
technologies of today, and think about how these relate to support for SDGs.

Post-visit
Using what we learned in the preliminary and on-site activities, we think about and discuss
how all of us can contribute to SDGs initiatives.

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Key person supporting
our lives in TokyoJIDAIYA
Traditional Japanese values thatare rooted in reverence for nature,
restoration, and reuse arecelebrated at Jidaiya in many
ways, from workshops with thesymbol of “reuse,” furoshiki, to theultimate eco-friendly mobility,
rickshaws. By raising awareness ofJapanese culture, we hope to help
promote SDGs (Sustainable
Development Goals).

Japan Culture Expert,
Jidaiya Inc.

Aozora Seto

Learn ways to ensure safe,
secure lives for all
DAY1

1

12:30
NTT History Center of Technologies

DAY2

4

Learn about the history and technology oftelecommunications, necessities of modern life

2

15:30
SUNSHINE60 OBSERVATORYTENBOU-PARK

DAY3
10:00

9:30
Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center

7 Meteorological Science Museum

Learn about disaster prevention on this tour

5

13:00
Police Museum

Learn about the activities and history of the Metropolitan
Police Department, protecting people’s lives every day

Learn about weather, earthquakes,
and disaster prevention

8

11:45
NHK Museum of Broadcasting

Learn about the history and development of broadcasting

A panoramic view of Tokyo
from the 60th floor observation deck

3

16:00
School group activities in Ikebukuro

6

15:00
Bank of Japan Head OfficeLearn about the role and operations ofJapan’s central bank

15:00
Tokyo Station

Treasure house of subculture and fine arts

Source:Bank of Japan Website

Accommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Let’s think about what it takes to protect people’s lives and allow everyone to leadfulfilling lifestyles.

On-siteStudy natural disasters including earthquakes, and learn the best ways to act and thinkduring such crises. Also, learn the history of telecommunications and other essential
infrastructure.

Post-visit
Parts of our daily lives we often take for granted are reconsidered as we think about
the work needed to ensure safe and secure lives for all.

To the station/airport

Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo

Meteorological
Science Museum
At the Meteorological Science
Museum, learn how climate
and earthquakes areobserved, and gain insights on
disaster prevention. Learn a
lot in a fun way by also asking
questions to guides who are
certified meteorologists!

Director,
Meteorological
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Tama area and the city center
DAY1

1

DAY2

11:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Building Observatories

4

DAY3

9:00
TAKAO 599 MUSEUM

7Learn about the flora, fauna and history of Mt. Takao

Panoramic views of Tokyo from the observation
deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Building, a Tokyo landmark

Tama Area

10:00
School group activities
in Harajuku & Omotesando

Let's look for spots full of greenery even in the city center

Photo / Tiaji Yamazaki

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2

14:00

10:10
Mt. Takao
A famous hiking spot close to the city center

Jindaiji Temple

Tama Area

8

14:00
Hama-rikyu Gardens
An enchanting contrast of an Edo era nobleman’s
garden against a backdrop of skyscrapers

An old temple of the Tendai sect of Buddhism founded in 733
Tama Area

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3

15:30

Photo courtesy of Tokyo
Metropolitan Park Association

14:50
Tama Forest Science Garden
Learn about forests and the timber industry

SHOWA KINEN PARK

15:30
Tokyo Station

Tama Area

Enjoy seasonal flowers and events
Tama Area

Photo courtesy of Forestry and Forest
Products Research InstituteAccommodation

Accommodation

Inquiry learning
Before your visit
Where is the Tama area located in Tokyo? What are its special features?
Let’s find out together.

On-siteWe not only see abundant nature, but also visit facilities to study natural and environmental
sciences and differences between the city and the natural environment.

Post-visit
Japan has many places of rich natural beauty, so let's consider and discuss what efforts
are needed to continue to protect this wealth of natural wonders.

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Key person supporting
our lives in Tokyo

TAKAO 599 MUSEUM
Unique videos and exhibits
show features of Mt. Takao
rarely found anywhere in theworld, from its diverse
ecosystem, to history andculture. I hope everyone
enjoys this chance to discover
new and surprising things.

TAKAO 599 MUSEUM
Curator,Deputy Director

Komota ShinyaNĳubashimae (Subway), Tokyo (JR, Subway)
Nagatacho (Subway), Kokkai-gĳidomae (Subway)
https://www.env.go.jp/garden/kokyogaien/english/index.html

Mitsukoshimae (Subway), Tokyo (JR, Subway),
Kanda (JR, Subway)
weekdays (1)9:30, (2)11:00, (3)13:45,(4)15:15 *(3)only Tuesday
https://www.boj.or.jp/en/about/services/kengaku.htm

https://www.sangiin.go.jp/eng/info/dbt/index.htm

Akabanebashi (Subway),
Kamiyacho (Subway), Onarimon (Subway)
Shĳo-mae (Yurikamome)

Waseda (Subway)

www.shĳou.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/english/
https://www.waseda.jp/top/en/about/work/campus-tours

https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/en/®
®

TOKYO SKYTREE (Tobu),(TOBU SKYTREE Line) , Oshiage <SKYTREE> (Subway, Keisei)

Ueno (JR, Subway),
Keisei-Ueno (Keisei)

Ueno (JR, Subway),
Uguisudani (JR), Keisei-ueno (Keisei)

Pamphlet in Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, and Thai
Reservations are notrequired for admission to the permanent exhibitions For
Groups, fill in the form online
https://www.kahaku.go.jp/english/

Please call 03-6700-4822 for some IP phones
https://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/
and international calls

Group reservations are not acceptedhttps://www.nmwa.go.jp/en/

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Asakusa (Subway, Tobu, Tsukuba Express)

Musashi-Koganei (JR), Hana-Koganei (Seibu)

https://www.senso-ji.jp/english/

ages 65 andover : 200 yen (160 yen)https://www.tatemonoen.jp/english/

Tsukuba Express)

Asakusa (Subway, Tobu, Tsukuba Express)
workshops adluts: 4,500yen;
elementary, junior high and high school students: 2,700yen

https://www.edokiriko.jp/

Asakusa (Subway, Tobu,
Harajuku (JR),Meĳi-jingumae <Harajuku> (Subway), Yoyogi (JR), Sangubashi(Odakyu)+81-3-5825-5526
english@yakatabune-kumiai.jp
https://yakatabune-kumiai.jp/

https://www.ganso-sample.com/en/
https://www.meĳĳingu.or.jp/en/

Some-no-sato OCHIAI (Futaba-en)

Nishiogikubo (JR), Ogikubo (JR, Subway)(next weekday
if it falls on a national holiday)
For use of the Printing Studio and Library, or
https://sam.or.jp/english_home

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Ryogoku (JR, Subway)
15:30
12:30-16:00
closed on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays (some days areopen), end-of-year/New Year holiday, and temporarily for
exhibition changes. (The museum is open every day during theTokyo Grand Sumo Tournament.) Please be sure to check the
Sumo Museum schedule.
(Sumo tickets are required during the Tokyo Grand
Sumo Tournament)
https://www.sumo.or.jp/EnSumoMuseum/

Nakai (Subway, Seibu)

https://reserva.be/futabayoyaku28
https://www.ochiai-san.com/

Telecom Center (Yurikamome)
Shiomi (JR), Tatsumi (Subway)

2-4-76
Tokyo Teleport (Rinkai), Telecom Center (Yurikamome)https://www.miraikan.jst.go.jp/en/
https://www.tokyokankyo.jp/kengaku/umetate.html

Mitsukoshimae (Subway), Shin-Nihombashi (JR)https://kusuri-museum.com/

https://www.tokyo-suisomiru.jp/language/en/

Kokusai-tenjĳo (Rinkai),
Ariake (Yurikamome)

Admission free (AkeruE charged,
advance reservations required)holdings.panasonic/jp/corporate/center-tokyo/school/index03.html

holdings.panasonic/global/corporate/center-tokyo.html

Shin-kiba (Subway, JR,

Rinkai)https://www.yumenoshima.jp/en/botanicalhall

Edogawabashi (Subway), Iidabashi (JR, Subway)*Admission fees will change
when special exhibitions are held. For details, please see
the latest exhibition information.
For use of the Printing Studio and Library, or for Groups, make areservation from the website
https://www.printing-museum.org/en/

Anamori-inari (Keikyu),
Ginza (Subway)
2F, 3F event space, 1F store: 11:00-19:00,"METoA Cafe & Kitchen": Mondays-Fridays 11:00-23:00(L.O. 22:00) / Saturdays and Sundays 8:30-23:00(L.O. 22:00)

Tenkubashi (Keikyu ,Tokyo Monorail)

https://yamato-hd.co.jp/facilities/en/haneda-chronogate/https://metoa.jp/en/

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Gaienmae (Subway), Kokuritsu-kyogĳo (Subway),
Sendagaya (JR), Shinanomachi (JR)Please check the website for the scheduleand operating days as stadium tours are conducted irregularly.

Gaienmae (Subway), Kokuritsu-kyogĳo (Subway),
Sendagaya (JR), Shinanomachi (JR)Ariake Station (Yurikamome)

For groups, advancehttps://japan-olympicmuseum.jp/en/reopen/
https://japan-olympicmuseum.jp/en/

Kokusai-tenjĳo (Rinkai),

https://www.tokyorinkai-koen.jp/en/

https://kokuritu-tours.jp/en/

Kinshicho (JR, Subway),
Oshiage (Subway, Keisei, TOBU SKYTREE Line)For those wishing to the experience tour, groups are
required to make a reservation by phone or from the website(reservations are also recommended for individuals).
https://tokyo-bskan.jp/en/bskan/honjo/

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Ichigaya (JR, Subway)
The experience zone
Ikebukuro (JR, Subway, Tobu, Seibu)
The experience tour requires
a reservation from the website or by phone.
https://tokyo-bskan.jp/en/bskan/ikebukuro/https://www.jica.go.jp/hiroba/english/index.html

https://www.town.oshima.tokyo.jp/soshiki/kankou/kazanhakubutsukan.html

www.town.oshima.tokyo.jp/soshiki/kankou/habu-harbor.html

https://island-net.jp/taikenkan/

https://www.tokyo-islands.com/corp/

https://izu-oshima.or.jp/work/look/siryou.html

https://www.town.oshima.tokyo.jp/~palais/

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Focus on initiatives for diversity and the environment
Learn about Tokyo s various efforts to promote tourism from environmentalism to cutting-edge
technology traditional culture and more.

WATERS takeshiba

SMALL WORLDS

Located in the waterfront area nearby Hama-rikyu Gardens,
this complex facility has various tenants, including Shiki
Theatre, a special theatre for Shiki Theatre Company, a hotel,
and a commercial facility, as well as a dock for the Water Bus.
There is an artificial tidal flat, where efforts are currently
being made for environmental regeneration of Tokyo Bay,
which used to be called “Edomae,” making it a great place tolearn about the environment.
1-10-30 Kaigan, Minato-ku
Hamamatsucho (JR, Tokyo Monorail), Daimon (Subway),
Takeshiba (Yurikamome)Free

Varies depending on the store

https://waters-takeshiba.jp/en/©SMALL WORLDSOne of the biggest indoor miniature parks in Asia. There arevarious kinds of inquiry learning programs under the themesof SDG, career education, STEAM education, international
understanding, and cutting-edge technologies, offering a placefor voluntary learning through experiences.
Ariake Butsuryu Center, 1-3-33 Ariake, Koto-ku
Ariake-tennis-no-mori (Yurikamome), Kokusai-tenjĳo (Rinkai Line)

9:00-20:00 (Special hours for visitors in educational groups)
18 years old and older 2,700 yen, 12-17 years old 1,900 yen, 4-11 years old

1,500 yen, 4 years old and younger free (A discount is available for visitors
in groups)- (It is recommended that an applicant arrange a guide for foreign
language assistance.)
Group reservation forms are available on the website
https://smallworlds.jp/en/

Kawasaki Robostage
This is a showroom of the latest robots produced by Kawasaki
Heavy Industries, Ltd., where you can see how high the levelof their technologies is and think about co-existence of humans
with robots. There is a hands-on program, where you can try
programming to actually get an industrial robot moving.
There is also a hands-on program for children to perform
programming of an industrial robot to cause it move (Advancereservation is required. There are age limits for participants.)
1F Tradepia Odaiba, 2-3-1 Daiba, Minato-ku
Odaiba-kaihinkoen (Yurikamome), Tokyo Teleport (Rinkai Line)
13:00-18:00 (weekday), 10:00-18:00 (Sat, Sun, holidays)Free

By phone/Via contact form

+81-3-6457-2800

Staff members who speak English, Chinese, or Korean available* Depending on the staff members on duty, the foreign language support
available varies.
https://kawasakirobotics.com/jp-sp/robostage/en/

TOKYO CRUISE SHIP CO., LTD

Water Bus

You can get on a water bus and visit several sightseeing areas
along the Sumida River, including Asakusa and Ryogoku, while
enjoying a waterfront view. Some routes have a water bus
with a unique near-futuristic design.
Varies depending on the route

Varies depending on the route

Audio guide (in English). *An extra fee is applied.
Via web reservation form

Tokyo Mizube Line: +81-3-5608-8869

Tokyo Cruise Ship Co., Ltd: https://www.suĳobus.co.jp/en/
Tokyo Mizube Line: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/waterbus/

JIDAIYAJIDAIYA offers various cultural experience programs, such as
rickshaw and kimono experience, in Asakusa. In the “SDGswith Furoshiki” program, you can learn how to use furoshiki(Japan’s traditional wrapping cloth) for wrapping and otherpurposes, which allows you to practice the SDGs without any
hassles while being exposed to traditional Japanese culture.
You can also learn about the history of rickshaw, the ultimate
ecological vehicle in alignment with the SDGs, and get a chanceto actually drive a rickshaw as an occupational experience.

Some-no-sato OCHIAI (Futaba-en)
Futaba-en is a dye studio that has been carrying on the
tradition of the Edo katazome dyeing technique for over 90
years. The artisan skills on show here have been officiallydesignated as a traditional craft.
One-day lessons and classes are available.
2-3-6 Kamiochiai, Shinjuku-ku

Nakai (Subway, Seibu)

Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00-17:00

Observing is free of charge;

lessons are subject to fees (see website for details)

2-3-5 Kaminarimon, Taito-ku

Pamphlet and video in English

Asakusa (Subway, Tobu, Tsukuba Express)

Reserve via website: https://reserva.be/futabayoyaku28

10:00-17:00 (The services could be available outside the business hours+81-3-3368-8133

https://www.ochiai-san.com/

upon request.)
1,000 yen for one person, 5,500 yen per person for a group of 2 or more
Individual request for quotation is required for a rickshaw career experience

We offer an educational experience in the dyeing process for elementary
school students, junior high school students, high school students, andmore (1,000 yen to 6,000 yen). Inquire for details.

program (about 50,000 yen and up per group)
A full-time English instructor is available.
An application via telephone, mail, or a contact form is required in advance.

RED° TOKYO TOWER©RED゜TOKYO TOWER+81-3-3843-089
https://jidaiya.biz/index-e.html

Opened in Tokyo Tower Foot Town in 2022, this biggest
e-sports park in Japan offers a wide variety of games, fromsensory video game machines with cutting-edge technologies
to easy games that younger children can enjoy.
TOKYO TOWER Foot Town 1F, 3F-5F, 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato-ku
Akabanebashi (Subway), Kamiyacho (Subway),
Onarimon (Subway), Shibakoen (Subway), Daimon (Subway),
Hamamatsucho (JR)

10:00-21:00 or 22:00, 11:00-18:00 during theyear-end and New Year holidays (12/30-1/3) *Please check the businesshours on the website for details.

Please contact the facility- (It is recommended that an applicant arrange a guide for foreign
language assistance.)
Fill in a special form for group visitors in Japanese: * Applications and

JIDAIYA

inquiries are accepted from 10:00 to 19:00 on weekdays. The above
application information is for group visitors (20 persons or more).
For visitors in a small group with less than 20 persons and those who wantto purchase a regular ticket, tickets can be purchased at the website below.
https://tokyotower.red-brand.jp/

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Tour facilities to explore the development of infrastructure that has supported life in Japan s capitaland gain knowledge about how society works.

NTT History Center of Technologies
Owned by the NTT group, one of Japan’s biggest
telecommunications company groups, this museum exhibits
a huge number of historical assets of the group. With thedisplay of rare old telephone machines and the history of
portable phones across four floors, you can learn how thetelecommunication technologies have advanced.
NTT Musashino R&D Center, 3-9-11 Midori-cho, Musashino City
Mitaka (JR), Higashi-Fushimi (Seibu)
10:00-17:00 (Mon-Fri) for reservation only (only visitors in a groupare accepted), 13:00-17:00 (Thur, Fri) no reservation required (except
for group visitors)
Free

Tablet guides (in Japanese and English), Floor guides(in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean)
Apply from the contact form on the website+81-422-59-3311

https://hct.lab.gvm-jp.groupis-ex.ntt/english/index.html

SUNSHINE60 OBSERVATORY TENBOU-PARK
Located on the 60th floor of Ikebukuro’s Sunshine 60 building,this observatory re-opened in 2023 after its major renovation.
You can get a panoramic view of the city from 251 meters
above sea level. It features a well-stocked space with seasonal
plants and flowers on the floor covered with artificial turf.
60 F Sunshine 60, Sunshine City, 3-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku
Higashi-ikebukuro (Subway), Ikebukuro (JR, Subway, Seibu, Tobu)

11:00-21:00 (admission until 20:00)
High-school student and older 700-1,200 yen, Elementary school andJunior high school student 500-800 yen * Varies depending on the season.
 For fees for group visitors, please check at:https://sunshinecity.jp/observatory/ticket/group.html
Audio guide (Japanese, English, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean)

Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center, Tokyo
Fire Department (Ikebukuro Bosaikan)
A tour of this facility gives visitors experience in dealing withdisaster situations. Visitors go through an hour and 40 minutesof disaster preparedness training with an instructor. Every
Friday evening, a special "Night Tour," assuming a scenario witha fire at night, is held.
4F Ikebukuro Fire Department, 2-37-8 Nishi-ikebukuro, Toshima-ku
Ikebukuro (JR, Subway, Tobu, Seibu)
9:00-17:00 (9:00 - 21:00 on Fridavs)

Free

Tour instruction in

Japanese only; pamphlet in English, Chinese, and Korean
The experience tour requires a reservation from the website or by phone.

+81-3-3590-6565

https://tokyo-bskan.jp/en/bskan/ikebukuro/

For group applications, call +81-3-3989-3455 (9:30-17:00. Closed on
Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, the Golden Week Holidays, and New Yearholidays)+81-3-3989-3457
https://sunshinecity.jp/en/observatory/

Meteorological Science Museum
Police Museum
This facility is a place where you can learn about the history of
the Japanese police force from its beginning to today, as wellas the current activities of Tokyo Metropolitan Police
Department. Fun activities are also offered, such as anime
movies, police-work simulators, and a police motorcycle riding
experience. Main exhibitions are accompanied by descriptions
in English.
3-5-1 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku
Kyobashi (Subway), Ginza itchome (Subway), Takaracho (Subway),
Tokyo (JR, Subway)9:30-16:00 (admission until 15:30)

Free

Source:Bank of Japan Website

Bank of Japan Head Office
The Bank of Japan Head Office, erected in 1896, was the firstmodern national government (national important cultural
asset) to be built by a Japanese architect. As part of a one-hourguided tour, visitors can also view the undergrond vault, which
was used until 2004.
2-1-1 Nihonbashi Hongoku-cho, Chuo-ku

Exhibits (English), Leaflets (English, Chinese, Korean).

Mitsukoshimae (Subway), Tokyo (JR, Subway), Kanda (JR, Subway)

For visitors in a group, prior notification to the museum is required.

weekdays (1)9:30, (2)11:00, (3)13:45, (4)15:15 *(3)only Tuesday+81-3-3581-4321 (the main number of Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department)

Free

www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/english/about_us/Police_Museum.html

Make a reservation on the website

Inquire for English

This museum displays observation instruments for weather
and earthquakes, systems where you can learn about the
information on disaster prevention, and theaters where youlearn about/feel the natural environment of Japan. Some ofthe exhibits and activities are available with English
subtitles. There is a full-time commentator who is a certified
weather forecaster, so you can ask any questions about
weather and earthquakes.
2F Meteorological Agency Building, 3-6-9 Toranomon, Minato-ku
Toranomon Hills (Subway), Kamiyacho (Subway),
Toranomon (Subway), Roppongi-itchome (Subway)
9:00-20:00

Free

part of the exhibition (English)

Prior reservation is not required.
+81-3-6758-3900 (PR Office, Administration Division, General Affairs
Department, Meteorological Agency)
https://www.jma.go.jp/jma/kishou/intro/kagakukan.html

https://www.boj.or.jp/en/about/services/kengaku.htm

NTT History Center of Technologies

NHK Museum of Broadcasting
Opened in 1956 as the first broadcasting museum in the world,
this museum has been serving as a place to learn about thehistory of broadcasting for its advances and developments
over about 100 years. It features experiences as an announcer
or weather forecaster in a studio as well as exhibitions under
different themes, including dramas, music programs, andchildren’s programs.
2-1-1 Atago, Minato-ku

Meteorological Science Museum

Kamiyacho (Subway), Toranomon Hills(Subway), Toranomon (Subway), Onarimon (Subway)
10:00-16:30 (admission until 16:00)
Pamphlet (English)

By phoneFree+81-3-5400-6900

https://www.nhk.or.jp/museum/english/about.html

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Enjoy the contrast between the lushly green
Tama area and the city center
Experience the delicate harmony of Tokyo s urban and natural worlds

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Observatories
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings are one of the mostprominent landmarks in Tokyo. From the observatory on the
45th floor at a height of 202 meters, you can get a panoramicview of Tokyo, including Tokyo Tower and TOKYO SKYTREE,
along with Mt. Fuji if it is clear enough. Tokyo Sky Guide is a
special viewing guide for the observatory, offering information
on a total of 32 spots you can see from the observatory in 15
languages.
2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku

Tochomae (Subway)

South Observatory 9:30-22:00 (admission until 30 minutes before theJindaiji Temple

Showa Kinen Park

This old temple of the Tendai Sect of Buddhism was founded in
733. On the temple grounds, you can find historic cultural assets
here and there, including the Sanmon Gate with a thatched roof,
the gorgeous Hondo main hall, and the statue of a seated Shaka
Buddha, which is the oldest National Treasure in eastern Japan.
Jindaiji Daruma Ichi Fair, which is held in March every year, isconsidered one of the three biggest Daruma Ichi fairs in Japan.
5-15-1 Jindaĳi-Motomachi, Chofu City
Chofu (Keio), Tsutsujigaoka (Keio)Free+81-042-486-5511

3173 Midori-cho, Tachikawa City

Nishi-Tachikawa (JR)9:30-17:00 (or 9:30-16:30 for November to February; varies depending
9:00-17:00

https://www.jindaĳi.or.jp/en/

on season)

High school student and older 450 yen, Junior high school

student and younger Free, 65 years old and older 210 yen
Pamphlet (English, Chinese, Korean) * Events and other activities areclosing time)* The North Observatory is currently closed.
Free

With a total area of 180 ha, this national park offers a place
where visitors can enjoy seasonal nature and flowers throughout
the year, including tulips in spring, and yellow gingko leaves inautumn. There are lots to see in this park, including Open Field,
Japanese Garden, and Hanamidori Cultural Center, making it aplace where you can spend whole day and never get bored.

basically offered in Japanese only.

Volunteer guides (10:00-15:00), Pamphlet (English)

No reservation required. *Some experience-based learning sessions

No reservation is required for visiting the observatory.

require a reservation (For details, please check the website).

+81-3-5320-7890 (observatory hotline)+81-42-528-1751

https://www.yokoso.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/

https://www.showakinen-koen.jp/guide-english/

Mt. Takao

Photo / Tiaji Yamazaki

Takao 599 Museum

This is a museum where you can learn about the animals, plants,
and the history of Mt. Takao as well as manners for mountainclimbing. Various special exhibitions and experience-based
events are offered on an irregular basis. The huge lawn space
has a place where kids can play with water, offering a place ofrest and relaxation for visitors.
2435-3 Takao-machi, Hachioji City

With an altitude of 599 meters, this mountain offers various hiking
routes with different distances and difficulties, as well as cablecars and lifts, using which you can get to the summit on foot in
about 40 minutes. There is also Yakuoin Temple with a history ofover 1,000 years and Trick Art Museum. It is one of the mostpopular destinations for excursions of schools in Tokyo.
Takao-machi, Hachioji City

Elementary school student and younger 470 yen (*round-trip ride)+81-42-673-3461 (Takaosanguchi Tourist Office)https://www.takaotozan.co.jp/

Takaosanguchi (Keio)+81-42-665-6688

Takao (JR, Keio)

9:30-16:00 (admission until 15:30)

Free (some of the facilities apply fees)

Adult 200 yen, Child (including High school student) Free / For April

A full-time English-speaking staff member is available. Pamphlet(English, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean)

Along with various types of samples including lumber samples
displayed at the exhibition hall “Mori no Kagakukan,” you canlearn about forests and the lumber industry. A guided tour
(10:00) is offered in the garden, which teaches you how to
distinguish different kinds of trees and what to see during eachseason.
1833-81 Todori-machi, Hachioji City

Apr.-Nov. 8:00-17:00, Dec.-Mar. 8:00-16:00 *Admission until 30
minutes before the closing time

Takaosanguchi (Keio)

Cable car/Lift ride*: Junior high school student and older 950 yen,

Photo courtesy of Forestry and Forest Products Research Institute

Tama Forest Science Garden

only: Adult 300 yen, Child 100 yen

By phone/fax- (It is recommended that an

applicant arrange a guide for foreign language assistance)

https://www.takao599museum.jp/?lang=en-+81-42-661-0200

https://www.ffpri.affrc.go.jp/tmk/en/index.html

Showa Kinen Park

Photo courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association

Hama-rikyu Gardens

This garden, which used to belong to the Tokugawa Shogun family,
the most powerful family in the Edo period, has a Shioiri Pond andabundant nature. A shioiri pond is a tidal pond that draws in sea
water, creating changes in the pond associated with the tide. It is
now the only tidal pond in the Edo gardens of Tokyo.
1-1 Hamarikyu-teien, Chuo-ku
Shiodome (Subway)

Tsukĳishĳo (Subway),

9:00-17:00 (admission until 16:30)

Adult 300 yen, 65 years old and older 150 yen, Elementary school student
and younger Freeapp; Pamphlet

not required in principle;

however, for a group with three sightseeing buses or more or a group of morethan 50 people, please contact the garden service center in advance.
+81-3-3541-0200
https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/format/index028.html

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https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/en/index.html
https://www.tokyometro.jp/en/ticket/
https://www.kotsu.metro.tokyo.jp/eng/tickets/value.html

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As Japan experiences earthquakes, typhoons and other natural disasters from time to time, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government strives
to share various kinds of information not only in times of crisis, but also in ordinary times so that people can prepare for such situations
on a daily basis and be ready to respond appropriately in emergencies. All the latest disaster prevention information is available in 14
languages on the Tokyo Metropolitan Disaster Prevention website. Also, the official Tokyo disaster prevention app (in Japanese, English,
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean) is a fun way to access a wealth of helpful information for emergencies and basic
knowledge about disaster prevention.
Tokyo Metropolitan Disaster Prevention website
https://www.bousai.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/
Tokyo Metropolitan Disaster Prevention app:Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.tokyo.metro.tokyotobousaiapp&pli=1
iOS
https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id1290558619?l=jp

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https://www.gotokyo.org/en/plan/
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