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Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $62 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 5
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Attractive JAPAN
- Meeting point
- Meeting point：Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center2-18-9, Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0034Access：Tobu Isesaki Line (Tobu Skytree Line) A 5-minute walk from Asakusa StationTokyo Metro Ginza Line A 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Asakusa StationToei Asakusa Line A 2-minute walk from Exit 4 of Asakusa StationTsukuba Express Line A 10-minute walk from Exit 1 of Asakusa Station
Description
A local guide will tell you everything, in detail, that you never learn from ordinary sightseeing. You will start with the history of Tokyo's Sensoji Temple; you will learn how to pray at the temple. We will take a walk through the downtown area full of highlights such as "Kaminarimon" which is a symbol of Asakusa, "Nakamise Street" where all 89 shops are lined up, and "Sensoji" which has a history of more than 1000 years. The course of the tour can be adjusted according to your requests. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Enjoy walking around town with commentary from local guides. ・According to your request, it is also possible to change the course to a course where you can enjoy more gourmet food and shopping. ・You can efficiently visit the sights around Sensoji Temple.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $62
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $21
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
1. Kaminarimon Gate : The tour starts from the Thunder Gate, the symbol of Sensoji Temple 2. Nakamise Shopping Street : Visit specialty shops popular among tourists while sampling snacks such as age-manju (deep-fried sweet bun), kibidango (millet dumplings), ningyo-yaki (doll-shaped waffles), Matcha tea, Kaminari Okoshi (sweet rice cracker). Also to be visited are craft shops such as Bunsen-do dealing with folding fans and Bunkoya-Ozeki with leather items. 3. Sensoji Temple : Learn how to worship before visiting the temple. Draw a fortune and make a prayer at Sensoji Temple. 4. Strolling around 'Shitamachi’ : The oldest Kamiya Bar → Hoppy Street → Asakusa Engei Hall theater → Marugoto Nippon shopping mall→ Hanayashiki, the oldest amusement park in Japan. Take a walk while feeling the lively atmosphere of good old 'Shitamachi' downtown.
What's included
Included
Guide fee
Not included
Lunch
Food and drink fee
Experience fee
Transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
4 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Starting price $62 is 22% below the typical $79 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,169 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary above is just an example. You can freely request spots you would like to visit. The guide will set up the itinerary accordingly. Enjoy an original tour to satisfy your curiosity and requests with an expert of Asakusa.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide take?
Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide cost?
Prices start at $62 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:30 AM.
How much does Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $21, adults from $62. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting point：Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. 2-18-9, Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0034. Access：. Tobu Isesaki Line (Tobu Skytree Line) A 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station. Tokyo Metro Ginza Line A 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Asakusa Station. Toei Asakusa Line A 2-minute walk from Exit 4 of Asakusa Station. Tsukuba Express Line A 10-minute walk from Exit 1 of Asakusa Station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 5 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Tokyo Asakusa Half Day Walking Tour with Local Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Attractive JAPAN.
Reviews(4)
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