From Ueno to Asakusa, 2 hours Walking Tour to Feel Japan
This is perfect tour for people who want to enjoy Japanese tradition!! Let's enjoy from Ueno to Asakusa - A 2-hour walking tour!
In this tour we will have Taiyaki. Taiyaki is one of the most popular Japanese baked sweets with red bean paste. First, we will head to Shimotani Shrine, famous for a god called Inari-sama, while eating take-out of crispy, chewy taiyaki.
We will visit shrines and temples. During the tour you have a chance to learn the differences between shrine and temple!!
On the way, we will stop at a store famous for Japanese paper and explain about gift cards and "congratulatory gift bags" unique to Japan!
Also you will visit the Kappabashi Shopping Street, which is a favorite of chefs, and will be introduced to kitchen knife shops and other cooking utensils that showcase Japanese skills.
Finally, the tour will end at Asakusa's Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate). This area is a tourist spot, so there are many fun places to visit even after the tour is over!
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From Ueno to Asakusa, 2 hours Walking Tour to Feel Japan
What's included in From Ueno to Asakusa, 2 hours Walking Tour to Feel Japan
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Shitaya Shrine
Let's go to walk! First, we will buy Taiyaki at a store near the shrine. Taiyaki is a baked sweet shaped like a fish. It is filled with red bean paste. Walk to the shrine while enjoying a freshly baked taiyaki. Shimotani Shrine is the oldest Inari shrine in Tokyo, and the shrine dates back to the Nara Period, about 1,300 years ago. Our guide will explain about Shintoism and Inari-sama.
Washi is a very durable paper with excellent preservation properties, and its design is full of Japanese style. We will take you to a well-established paper store that has been in business for over 100 years. Please come and touch the washi for yourself.
Asakusa Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
This temple is the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu sect. It is a very magnificent hall and is always visited by many people. The main deity, Amida Nyorai, is enshrined here.
Inclusions
- Taiyaki
- tour guide
- shopping fee( it depend on customer)
- 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 Points
- Hard Rock Cafe is located on the first floor of the "Atre East" Building in Ueno. This building is connected to Ueno Station. Exit the Central Gate of JR Ueno Station, go straight for 50 meters, and you will find it on your left. We meet in front of the entrance of the café.
End Points
- Tour end at Kaminarimon
