Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian

Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian

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About This Tour in Tokyo

Besides showing the landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate and Tokyo Skytree, Ryo will accompany you to many lovely temples and shrines around the area. Asakusa is a distinctive place to have both a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine next to each other. You will also be able to know more about the religious views among Japanese people. Finally, Ryo will take you to Nakamise Shopping Street, where he will explain the origin of Senso-ji Temple while showing various illustrations. Also, he will tell you how the temple has been loved and supported by a variety of people, from locals to the generals of different periods. The host, Ryo has 6 years of experience working in Asakusa as a rickshaw driver and is passionate about introducing Japanese culture and history through the exploration of Asakusa. He would also be happy to tell his insights with humor from the perspective of a local Japanese comedian. Let’s enjoy to take a deeper look into Asakusa, the most iconic historical site in Tokyo!

Why Visit Tokyo?

Tokyo is a mesmerizing metropolis blending ancient traditions with cutting-edge technology. Explore historic temples, experience incredible food, and discover vibrant neighborhoods. Tokyo offers world-class cuisine, unique culture, and endless discovery.

Getting to Tokyo

The easiest way to reach Tokyo is by flying into Narita International Airport (NRT) or Haneda Airport (HND). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.

What's Included

  • Omotenashi Spirit:)
  • Some cultural jokes about Japan and its history:)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

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Let's meet in front of "Tokyo Cruise"(water bus station), which is 1 or 2 min walk from Asakusa station(Tokyo Metro Ginza Line). You'll be able to find a guide in Japanese kimono style:)

End Point

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The entire tour will finish in front of the main hall of Sensoji Temple.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

We will see the view from the 8th... 10 minutes

We will see the view from the 8th floor of Cultural Tourist Information Center of Asakusa:)

We will enter the center of Asakusa area... 10 minutes

We will enter the center of Asakusa area from the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, which is the icon of Asakusa.

After walking into the central area of Asakusa,... 5 minutes

After walking into the central area of Asakusa, we will take a look at one of the lovely temples in Asakusa, Bentendo, which has the deity of art and prosperity.

Next to Bentendo Temple, there's the Bell of... 5 minutes

Next to Bentendo Temple, there's the Bell of Time, which was regularly rung by the monk of Senso-ji Temple to let people know the time during Edo Period(from the 16th to the 18th century).

There's a nice and calm spot that has... 5 minutes

There's a nice and calm spot that has 2 bronze statues and 4 stone statues of Buddhist deities constructed in the 17th century.

On the right of the main hall of... 10 minutes

On the right of the main hall of Sensoji Temple, there is one of the National Cultural Properties in Japan, Nitenmon Gate. This gate was use as the Shogun's gate, which means only the general was allowed to pass during Edo Period.

After taking a look at Nitenmon Gate, we... 10 minutes

After taking a look at Nitenmon Gate, we will see Asakusa Shrine that has 3 deities who are closely related to the origin of Sensoji Temple. There's also a garage for three big portable shrines that are carried by local people at Sanja Festival in May.

Yogodo Temple 5 minutes

Awashimado 10 minutes

If you would like to try out one... 5 minutes

If you would like to try out one of the Japanese sweets, melon-bread, we can drop by 花月堂(Kagetsu-do) in Nishi-sando Shopping Street:)

In front of the temple, there's another gate... 5 minutes

In front of the temple, there's another gate called Hozomon Gate that has a pair of guardian statues.

This is the destination of the walking tour,... 10 minutes

This is the destination of the walking tour, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo with 1,400 years of history. I would love to tell you how this temple and its Buddhist deity, Kannon Bodhisattva, has been supported and loved by a variety of people since the past.

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