Mochi Neighborhood/Area Tours(7)

Ms. Shizuka is truly exceptional! While you may have glimpsed her vibrant personality in her YouTube videos, meeting her in person is an absolute delight. From the moment you meet her in Harajuku, it feels like catching up with an old friend and embarking on a thrilling adventure together. Shizuka's warmth and friendliness are infectious, making the experience all the more enjoyable. Beyond her affable nature, Shizuka is an outstanding tour guide, offering invaluable insights into the history of Harajuku. Her preparation is evident as she shares exclusive knowledge about the area's iconic shops and landmarks. Adding an interactive twist, she peppers the tour with engaging quizzes, enriching your understanding of Harajuku's cultural significance. The highlight of the tour is undoubtedly the visit to one of Shizuka's favorite restaurants, featured in her videos. It's like stepping into one of her Instagram stories, offering a unique and memorable dining experience. Even if you've explored Harajuku before, I wholeheartedly recommend joining Ms. Shizuka's tour. Her dedication to providing a truly distinctive experience for every guest is unparalleled. Don't miss out on the opportunity to discover Harajuku through the eyes of this exceptional tour host!

We loved this tour, and Shizuka was the best host. We took our time at every spot and ended up going waaay past 3.5 hours, but it felt like the time just flew by. Shizuka is such a great conversationalist and knows so much about Tokyo, Japanese food, and Japan in general that this tour was not only fun, but it was also an invaluable learning experience. She was really personable and shared with us a couple of her favorite spots around Tokyo, which we tried, and they did not disappoint. Harujuku can be intimidating, especially during peak travel seasons, because of the crowds and the endless food options, but this tour definitely helped us navigate Harujuku in a pretty relaxed way. I'm also so glad she was there to guide me through me first time trying okonomiyaki, because I would have had no idea what to order or how to cook it myself :)

We had the most amazing evening with Shizuka. Do. Not. Hesitate. ...to book this tour if you have the chance. With the internet at our fingertips, it would be easy to find local food spots. But there's something magical about someone taking you down an area, sharing personal stories and history that gives a special context about the places you are going and the things you are eating. We would not have a changed a thing about the tour except maybe wearing looser pants.

We enjoyed the experience, especially since there were many things we wouldn't have tried ourselves. Can only recommend it to others.

This was such a fun tour with a great group of people, and Shizuka was the perfect host. She took us to some very cool spots, gave us a little Harajuku history and fed us A LOT of amazing food along the way! Definitely highly recommended for a fun and unique experience when visiting Tokyo!!