Asakusa: 1400-year history exploration

Discover a historic township in the heart of Tokyo with this half-day walking tour of Asakusa. Join a local guide to see popular landmarks including the 1,400-year-old Sensoji Temple, where you learn how it was founded by two fisherman brothers and its impact on Japan's future modernization. You also wander the market street of Nakamise-dori, where you taste traditional snacks such as Japanese sweets, and the Rokku district.

Highlights

See a historic district in Tokyo with a small-group tour

Explore the Sensoji Temple and a bustling market street

Sample Japanese sweets and street snacks

Get advice for where to eat, drink, and shop in Rokku

Inclusions

Earphone Guide System to deliver the guide’s voice securely to each participant from distance.

English-speaking guide

Selection of Japanese sweet snacks (e.g. melon pan, rice dumpling, rice cracker, sweet puffed rice).

Before you book

Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks, except those specified

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We accept last-minute bookings until two hours prior to the tour start time.
• The maximum group size is 8 people, to ensure proper hospitality
• A moderate amount of walking is involved; please choose appropriate footwear
• Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
• Bottled water is recommended but vending machines are available
• If you have special dietary or accessibility requirements, please contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate you
• Children younger than 6 may join the tour without charge but will not be entitled to inclusions
• Due to the historical focus of the tour, it is recommended for adults, but families are welcome