Time Travel in Tokyo Explore Old Town Asakusa and Local Food Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience the charm of Tokyo’s old town in this 2-hour walking tour through Asakusa. Start at the iconic Kaminarimon Gate, stroll along the lively Nakamise Street, and try delicious local snacks like ningyo-yaki and senbei. Explore Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest and most sacred temple, and learn its fascinating 1,300-year-old legend. Feel the peaceful atmosphere as you join locals in offering incense and prayers. Then, follow your friendly local guide into backstreets to discover secret spots, hidden photo spots, and unique local stories you won’t find in any guidebook. You’ll learn fun cultural tips and even pick up a few useful Japanese phrases! We end the tour at Don Quijote Asakusa, the perfect place to shop for quirky souvenirs, snacks, and pop-culture goods. This tour is the perfect blend of tradition, flavor, and fun—ideal for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting in front of the Asakusa Culture and Tourist Information Center, located right across from the Kaminarimon Gate.

End Point

End point

The tour will end in front of Don Quijote Asakusa Store, a popular discount store where you can shop for souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, and more.

Language Offered

Korean-GUIDE

Japanese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Nakamise Shopping Street
Stroll down the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, where the scent of freshly made rice crackers and sweet red bean snacks fills the air. Try local treats like ningyo-yaki (cute, doll-shaped cakes) and kibi-dango while browsing handmade souvenirs from generations-old shops.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Sensō-ji
Step into the living history of Tokyo at Sensoji, the city’s oldest and most beloved Buddhist temple. As you walk through the grand Kaminarimon Gate, lined with massive lanterns and guardian statues, you’ll feel the atmosphere of old Edo come alive. Stroll down the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, where the scent of freshly made rice crackers and sweet red bean snacks fills the air. Try local treats like ningyo-yaki (cute, doll-shaped cakes) and kibi-dango while browsing handmade souvenirs from generations-old shops.
Duration: 45 mins
3. Don Quijote Asakusa
Wrap up your Asakusa adventure with a visit to Don Quijote, Japan’s most iconic discount store—a chaotic, colorful, and wildly entertaining shopping experience unlike anywhere else in the world.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Local guide fee

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

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Pasuno Travel

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