Asakusa Bar Hop Explore Tokyo’s Historic Drinking Culture
Asakusa, famous for Senso-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate, is home to a historic drinking district that has thrived for over 100 years. Despite the devastation caused by the Great Kanto Earthquake and World War II, Asakusa’s lively atmosphere and unique drinking culture, including the iconic “hoppy,” have been reborn time and again. On this 1.5-hour guided tour, you'll visit two local bars of your choice, exploring the vibrant energy of Asakusa’s nightlife, even if you don't speak Japanese.
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Asakusa Bar Hop Explore Tokyo’s Historic Drinking Culture
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Hoppy Street. The Asakusa area, famous for Senso-ji Temple and the Kaminarimon Gate, is a popular drinking area for many Japanese people. For more than 100 years, the Asakusa area was one of Tokyo's leading entertainment districts, known for its lively atmosphere of theaters and taverns. Although Asakusa and the rest of Tokyo were severely damaged by earthquakes and the war, Asakusa has revived as an entertainment district time and again from the rubble caused by these disasters. Today, the bustle of the area is the same as it has been for a century. The downtown and popular alcohol culture, including a special alcoholic beverage called “hoppy,” was born here and spread to other parts of Japan. In this tour, you will visit Asakusa's entertainment district with a professional guide who knows the local area well, and visit two bars of interest to you. Even if you do not speak Japanese, you can enjoy a night out in Asakusa on this safe tour.
Inclusions
- Guide fee
- Local bar visit at Asakusa Hoppy Street
- Food and beverage expenses within the tour
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- In front of Asakusa Batting Stadium. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
