
Asakusa Guided Tour
Immerse yourself in Tokyo's ancient history with this guided tour of the Asakusa district, known for its ancient temples and Japanese tradition. Asakusa Guided Tour.
- 2 - 3 hours
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Immerse yourself in Tokyo's ancient history with this guided tour of the Asakusa district, known for its ancient temples and Japanese tradition.
Asakusa Guided Tour
We'll meet at the designated time next to Asakusa Station (Ginza line) to begin a walking tour of Asakusa, one of Tokyo's traditional neighborhoods.
During the tour, we'll explore the magical atmosphere of Asakusa, visiting the Sens?-ji Temple, the oldest and most important Buddhist shrine in Japan.
After the temple visit, we'll proceed to Nakamise Street, which has over 300 years of history, and Kappabashi Street, known for its numerous stalls selling kitchen utensils.
We will then walk to the Kaminarimon Gate, or Gate of Thunder, where you can take a photo before concluding the tour after 2 hours.
Kimono rental and tea ceremony
To enhance your experience, you can continue with an authentic cultural immersion after the guided tour. Options include renting a typical Japanese kimono for one hour for photos or enjoying a traditional tea ceremony for 45 minutes.
Timetable changes
If you book the guided tour and traditional tea ceremony option on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, the tour will begin at 10 am.
Prices
Included
- English–speaking guide
- 1–hour Kimono rental (depending on selection)
- 45–minute tea ceremony (depending on selection)
- Snack
Tips
- Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility