Introduction of Volunteer guide

I would like to introduce the city walk in Chuo-ku.
Chuo-ku, a city of history, tradition, culture and information dissemination. Why don't you visit the history since Edo and walk around the charming town?



Chuo-ku cultural property supporter (volunteer) who completed training course of ward will guide you.

Please use it when sightseeing in Chuo-ku.

Introduction of Cultural Property Supporters Supporter introduction

Information on the history, culture and sightseeing of Chuo-ku
As the first volunteer guide registration organization
I have been active since 2005.

●Multifaceted activity results that can respond to all kinds of guidance

(1)Applications by general organizations and groups


(2)Every year, the ward bulletin recruits historical walks


(3)Guidance at "Chuo Kumin College" course hosted by ward


●Guides with a variety of knowledge and rich experience, including guides born and raised in Chuo-ku

●Detailed and fulfilling guidance systems such as easy-to-understand guidance course maps and materials

●Information disclosure of activities and provision of topics on our website and Chuo-ku Social Contribution Activities Information Site

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Reference course

It is a 2-hour course where you can enjoy walking around the city through recommended spots and historic sites.
※Please contact us if you have any other requests based on the following course.

  • Image: Nihonbashi Course

    Nihonbashi Course: Nihonbashi, the roots of prosperity in Edo

    In the middle of Edo Tokyo, walk around the stylish history of Nihonbashi.

  • Image: Ginza course

    Ginza course: "Ginza" Hatcho Bra Walk

    From the main street, back street, alley, ss Inari to Yanagi, we go around Ginza.

  • Image: Tsukiji Course

    Tsukiji Course: Take a walk in Tsukiji and Akashicho in Civilization and enlightenment

    Tsukiji is a land built after the great fire of the Meiryaku era. From Honganji Temple, go around the ruins of a settlement in Civilization and enlightenment.

  • Image: Ningyocho Course

    Ningyocho Course: The neighborhood of Ningyocho and Hamacho, where the downtown atmosphere remains.

    Walk through Suitengu and Hamacho from amazake Yokocho, which retains the Edo atmosphere.

  • Image: Hatchobori Course

    Hatchobori Course: "Hatchobori / Shinkawa" History Walk

    We ask Sakuragawa (Hatchobori) and Shinkawa who supported the security and boating of Edo.

  • Image: Tsukuda-Tsukishima Course

    Tsukuda-Tsukishima Course: "Tsukuda Tsukishima" where the history and culture of Edo remain.

    It is the story of Mishima, the warmth of Showa, Tsukishima, from Ishikawajima and Tsukudajima, where Edo and Heisei collaborated.

  • Image: Tokaido Course

    Tokaido Course (Nihonbashi-Kyobashi): Edo Nihonbashi Seven standing "Tokaido"

    Go up the Tokaido from Nihonbashi, the starting point of Gokaido, and walk to Kyobashi while following the history.

  • Image: Nikko Highway course

    Nikko Kaido Course (Kodemmacho-Asakusabashi): Nikko Kaido, the main street of Edo 

    Walk from the end of Yoshida Shoin to the area around Asakusabashi, which was crowded with public inns.

  • Image: Financial district course

    Financial district course (Nihonbashi / Kayabacho area): Walking on Wall Street in Japan

    We will explore the area around Kabuto-cho, which is responsible for global financial services.

  • Image: Kabuki play course

    Kabuki and theatrical course (Kyobashi, Shintomicho, Higashiginza area): Walking through the roots of Edo Kabuki and theatre

    Follow the places related to the play from Akuni and Kansaburo Saruwaka in Izumo to Kabukiza in Heisei.

You can check the location of the reference course here.

How to apply

Please apply by application form or fax at least 3 weeks before the desired implementation date.

Number of applicants Please apply for groups or groups of 3 or more.
Time required Information is available between 10 am and 4 pm, about 2 hours at a time.
Costs 300 yen per participant per time
(Documents, etc.)

①Application using the application form




②Apply by fax to Chuo-ku Tourism Association
FAX. 03-6228-7908
Please download the application form (PDF file 40KB) here.

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Contact Contact

For volunteer guide application
Inquiry about

Chuo-ku Tourism Association

03-6228-7907 FAX.03-6228-7908

Inquiries about cultural property supporters

Inhabitant of a ward culture, lifelong learning section Lifelong Learning Section 03-3546-5526