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Tokyo: Asakusa, Senso-ji temple & Shrine Walking Tour

By Travel Japan Together Tokyo
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 87 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview

Discover the true spirit of Asakusa. While most visitors just wander the crowded streets, our guided walk takes you deeper into Tokyo's oldest neighborhood to uncover the authentic side of Japan.

Highlights of Your Walk:

  • Master Temple Etiquette: Learn the respectful way to approach the incense burner, use the purification fountain, and make simple prayers at Senso-ji Temple.
  • Uncover Hidden Details: Stroll through lively streets and historic lanes to spot Edo-era secrets and architectural details that most tourists completely miss.
  • Curated Local Tips: Get insider recommendations from your guide for seasonal festivals, the best street snacks, and authentic souvenir streets loved by locals.

Perfect For:
First-time visitors and culture lovers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience in Tokyo.

Activity location

  • Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
    • 2-3-1,
    • 111-0032, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Starbucks Coffee - Kaminarimon
    • 雷門旅館 18
    • 111-0032, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

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Tokyo: Asakusa, Senso-ji temple & Shrine Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 87.24 x 1 AdultRM 87.24
Total
Price is RM 87.24
Until Tue, 26 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walk through Senso-ji, Nakamise & hidden alleys
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and Personal Expenses

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

  • 20m
Start your journey at the iconic "Thunder Gate." Marvel at the massive red lantern and fierce guardian statues. This is the perfect spot for your first memorable group photo, captured by your guide.

Shin Nakamise Shopping Street

  • 20m
Stroll down one of Japan's oldest shopping streets. Discover colorful traditional crafts, learn the history behind this bustling avenue, and find out which local snacks are truly worth trying.

Hozomon

  • 5m
Pass through the impressive inner gate. Admire the protective Nio statues and the giant 400kg straw sandals (O-waraji), which symbolize the immense strength of the temple's guardians.

Senso-ji Temple

  • 30m
Learn the basics of temple etiquette, including how to approach the incense burner, cleanse at the purification fountain, and offer simple prayers respectfully. Your guide will share brief insights into the temple’s history and cultural significance, making this a meaningful and easy-to-follow experience for visitors new to Japanese culture.

Asakusa Shrine

  • 15m
Step into this peaceful Shinto shrine located right next to the Buddhist temple. Learn the fascinating differences between Japan's two major religions—Buddhism and Shintoism—and the history of the neighborhood's founders.

Hoppy Street

  • 15m
Walk through this nostalgic, lantern-lit street famous for its retro izakayas (local pubs). Feel the vibrant local atmosphere and get excellent recommendations from your guide on where to eat and drink after the tour.

Location

Activity location

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    Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
    • 2-3-1,
    • 111-0032, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Starbucks Coffee - Kaminarimon
    • 雷門旅館 18
    • 111-0032, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

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