Asakusa Tokyo 2 Hours Private Tour with Local Expert Guide

DestinationTaito City, Japan
Duration2 hours
Tour sizeMax 8
LanguageGerman, Spanish, Chinese, French, English, Japanese, Italian

Overview

Join this immersive 2-hour walking tour to discover the cultural and culinary heart of Asakusa. Led by an English-speaking guide, pass through Kaminarimon Gate and stroll down Nakamise Street while sampling traditional snacks like ningyo-yaki and senbei. Learn about Asakusa’s Edo-period history and local culture from your guide.

You’ll also visit Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, as well as retro Hoppy Street and Hanayashiki, Japan’s oldest amusement park.
Featured by travel influencers, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors, families, and those seeking a local Tokyo experience.

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

The itinerary shown is for reference only. This is a private, customizable tour, and the guide will tailor the experience within the tour duration based on the guest's interests and requests.

What's included

  • A Professional Local Guide
  • Photo opportunities throughout

What to expect

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Senso-ji Temple

    Explore Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest and most iconic Buddhist temple, where incense smoke, sacred gates, and centuries of faith create a powerful spiritual atmosphere.
  4. Asakusa Shrine

    Visit Asakusa Shrine, a peaceful Shinto shrine beside Senso-ji Temple, known for surviving World War II air raids and hosting the Sanja Matsuri festival.
  5. Hoppy Street

    Walk through Hoppy Street, a lively alley packed with izakayas where locals enjoy casual drinks and grilled skewers in true downtown Tokyo style.
  6. Kappabashi Street

    End the tour at this scenic bridge overlooking the Sumida River and Tokyo Skytree. It’s a perfect spot for final photos, reflecting on the cultural journey through Asakusa with sweeping city views.

Good to know

  • Meeting: Meet on location
  • Languages: German, Spanish, Chinese, French, English, Japanese, Italian
  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours before

What our guests say

5.0
Our guide was fantastic and very friendly. They made the whole experience so enjoyable — a truly memorable day.
Erin I.
An amazing tour! We saw all the highlights with the history behind each place we visited. Could not recommend it more.
Kevin T.
An amazing guide who made the whole day special. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves — a wonderful experience.
Kara H.
Interesting, informative and engaging from start to finish. We came away with a much greater appreciation of Japan.
Thomas L.
Our guide showed us hidden spots we would never have found on our own, with the best English of any guide we met in Japan.
K. Jantz

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