- 3 hours
- English
- Up to 7 guests per booking
- In front of Kaminarimon Police Box, Senso-ji (3 minute walk from Asakusa station Ginza Line Exit #1 – Your guide will be holding a red/orange sign "")
Highlights
- An all-inclusive Asakusa walking tour covering all things to do recommended by locals within 3 hours
- Educational experience that you can learn Japanese religious culture at Sensoji temple and all about this old traditional town in Tokyo
- Experience Matcha making and taste the highest ranked Matcha in calm and relaxed tea house.
- Cook Monja-yaki originally created in Asakusa for lunch. (Okonomiyaki is also available!)
Itinerary
- Meeting place: In front of Kaminarimon Police Box
- Nakamise shopping street
- Senso-ji
- Tea ceremony experience
- Hoppy street
- Okonomiyaki / Monja Lunch as a local restaurant
- Return to Kaminarimon
- (You can stay in Asakusa if you like)
Times are estimates and may change on the day of the tour because of weather, sea and traffic conditions, or other factors.
About this experience
Discover the history and traditions of the old town in Tokyo, Asakusa
Start your journey from Asakusa Sensoji Temple!
This 3-hour journey will start from Senso-ji, the oldest temple in Tokyo. We will explore the Nakamise Street that has a 300-year history and try traditional local snacks. After passing through the souvenir street, we will step into the main spot of Senso-ji temple where huge Japanese dragon painting on ceiling await you. Our guide will share some Japanese customs and cultural tips related to the temple and Buddhism.
Matcha green tea making experience at a quiet Japanese tea house
Experience the quintessential Japanese sightseeing tradition: a serene teahouse visit after exploring the temple. Escape the hustle and bustle, savor the finest matcha tea in a tranquil setting, and immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance of Japan.
Enjoy a local favorite, Monjya-yaki or Okonomiyaki in the backstreets of Asakusa.
Finally, we’ll make a delightful detour to a cherished Monjayaki spot nestled in the charming backstreets of Asakusa, right along Hoppy Street. Here, your guide will lead you through the art of crafting this local dish, made from seasoned flour and a medley of ingredients. You’ll relish your creation in the company of fellow travelers. If you’re an Okonomiyaki novice, fear not! You can master its preparation with the guide’s expert instructions.
Good to know:
- Children aged 0–3 join free.
- Because most Japanese restaurants are not fully ready for providing vegetarian menus, limited choices of vegetarian foods in our tour is available. We are unable to accommodate gluten-free requests for this tour.
- This tour is available for all ages.
- You do not need to pay for the guide’s food and drinks
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues, if you have walking problems we recommend booking a private tour.
- Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.
- Note: Requests made on the day of the tour cannot be accommodated.
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to . Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Japan’s climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour.
- Out of respect for other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time.
- You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group.
Included
- Small snack
- Lunch ( Okonomiyaki or Monja-yaki + 1 drink)
- (Vegetarian menu available / not vegan & Gluten-free)
- Matcha Making Experience
- Tour photos
- 3 hours with a local guide
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the tour starting time.
Free date/time rescheduling up to 24 hours before the tour starting time (depending on availability).
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