Get your discount tickets for the Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian, save up to 9% !
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
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
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
2. Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
3. Senso-ji Temple Bentendo
4. The Bell of Time
5. Senso-ji Temple Nisombutsu
6. Senso-ji Temple Nitemmon Gate
7. Asakusa Shrine
8. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo
9. Senso-ji Temple Awashimado
10. Asakusa Nishisando
11. Hozomon
12. Senso-ji Temple
Inclusion
Omotenashi Spirit:)
Some cultural jokes about Japan and its history:)
Cancellation Policy
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
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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