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Overview

Besides showing the landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate and Tokyo Skytree, Ryo will accompany you to many lovely temples and shrines around the area. Asakusa is a distinctive place to have both a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine next to each other. You will also be able to know more about the religious views among Japanese people. Finally, Ryo will take you to Nakamise Shopping Street, where he will explain the origin of Senso-ji Temple while showing various illustrations. Also, he will tell you how the temple has been loved and supported by a variety of people, from locals to the generals of different periods. The host, Ryo has 6 years of experience working in Asakusa as a rickshaw driver and is passionate about introducing Japanese culture and history through the exploration of Asakusa. He would also be happy to tell his insights with humor from the perspective of a local Japanese comedian. Let’s enjoy to take a deeper look into Asakusa, the most iconic historical site in Tokyo!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Let's meet in front of "Tokyo Cruise"(water bus station), which is 1 or 2 min walk from Asakusa station(Tokyo Metro Ginza Line). You'll be able to find a guide in Japanese kimono style:)

End Point

End point

The entire tour will finish in front of the main hall of Sensoji Temple.

Language Offered

Japanese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
We will see the view from the 8th floor of Cultural Tourist Information Center of Asakusa:)
Duration: 10 mins
2. Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
We will enter the center of Asakusa area from the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, which is the icon of Asakusa.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Senso-ji Temple Bentendo
After walking into the central area of Asakusa, we will take a look at one of the lovely temples in Asakusa, Bentendo, which has the deity of art and prosperity.
Duration: 5 mins
4. The Bell of Time
Next to Bentendo Temple, there's the Bell of Time, which was regularly rung by the monk of Senso-ji Temple to let people know the time during Edo Period(from the 16th to the 18th century).
Duration: 5 mins
5. Senso-ji Temple Nisombutsu
There's a nice and calm spot that has 2 bronze statues and 4 stone statues of Buddhist deities constructed in the 17th century.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Senso-ji Temple Nitemmon Gate
On the right of the main hall of Sensoji Temple, there is one of the National Cultural Properties in Japan, Nitenmon Gate. This gate was use as the Shogun's gate, which means only the general was allowed to pass during Edo Period.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Asakusa Shrine
After taking a look at Nitenmon Gate, we will see Asakusa Shrine that has 3 deities who are closely related to the origin of Sensoji Temple. There's also a garage for three big portable shrines that are carried by local people at Sanja Festival in May.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo
Yogodo Temple
Duration: 5 mins
9. Senso-ji Temple Awashimado
Awashimado
Duration: 10 mins
10. Asakusa Nishisando
If you would like to try out one of the Japanese sweets, melon-bread, we can drop by 花月堂(Kagetsu-do) in Nishi-sando Shopping Street:)
Duration: 5 mins
11. Hozomon
In front of the temple, there's another gate called Hozomon Gate that has a pair of guardian statues.
Duration: 5 mins
12. Senso-ji Temple
This is the destination of the walking tour, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo with 1,400 years of history. I would love to tell you how this temple and its Buddhist deity, Kannon Bodhisattva, has been supported and loved by a variety of people since the past.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Omotenashi Spirit:)

Some cultural jokes about Japan and its history:)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Karate Comic Ryo

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