Not just a walk—your guide is a storyteller, historian, and cultural interpreter.

Asakusa Tokyo 2 Hours Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide

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120 minutes
English

Join this immersive 2-hour walking tour and discover the cultural and culinary heart of Asakusa. Led by a friendly English-speaking guide, you'll pass through Kaminarimon Gate and stroll down Nakamise Street, sampling traditional snacks like ningyo-yaki and senbei. Your guide will share insights into Asakusa’s Edo-period history and local culture.

You’ll also visit Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, along with retro izakaya-lined Hoppy Street and Hanayashiki, Japan’s oldest amusement park. This tour has been featured by travel influencers and is ideal for first-time visitors, families, and those seeking an off-the-beaten-path Tokyo experience.

  • Sample traditional snacks along Nakamise Shopping Street
  • Visit Kaminarimon, Senso-ji Temple, Hoppy Street, and Hanayashiki
  • Recommended by travel influencers for authentic local insights

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Asakusa Tokyo 2 Hours Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide

FromNZD $106.81Per Person

What's included in Asakusa Tokyo 2 Hours Walking Tour with Local Expert Guide

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center

At the Asakusa Culture and Tourist Information Center, travelers will enjoy panoramic views of the Senso-ji Temple area from the observation deck and gain useful context about Asakusa’s history, architecture, and festivals. Designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, the center itself is a striking example of modern Japanese design. Your guide will explain the cultural significance of the building and help you understand how past and present blend in this neighborhood.

Kaminarimon Gate

Marvel at the massive red lantern of Kaminarimon Gate, the symbolic entrance to Senso-ji Temple and one of Tokyo’s most photographed landmarks.

Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

Stroll down Nakamise Street, one of Tokyo’s oldest shopping streets, where you’ll browse traditional snacks, crafts, and souvenirs on the way to Senso-ji Temple.

Inclusions

  • Tourist map and travel tips for the rest of your trip in Japan
  • Photo assistance using your smartphone or camera (with data sharing)
  • Guided tour by a knowledgeable local guide
  • Public transportation
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • Your guide will be waiting in front of the 7-Eleven 10 minutes before the tour starts. They will be holding a sign that says "YURAGI TOUR", so please gather at the meeting spot on time.

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Ticket Redemption

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Operator

YURAGI