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Tokyo: Senso-ji and surroundings
- Duration3 hours
- GroupShared · max 12
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish, Italian
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Enjoy the journey through Tokyo's historic heart with our Senso-ji and Surroundings. This experience invites you to delve into the cultural richness and traditions of Asakusa.
Begin your exploration at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple and a symbol of resilience and renewal. Witness the grandeur of the Kaminarimon Gate, adorned with a massive lantern, and immerse yourself in the temple's serene ambiance.
Stroll along Nakamise-dori, a bustling street lined with traditional shops offering local snacks and crafts. Explore the vibrant and lively atmosphere of Asakusa, where history and contemporary life coexist harmoniously. Not far from Senso-ji an amazing street unfolds: Kappabashi is lined with stores selling everything related to restaurants, from knives and ceramics to food samples and uniforms.
**Rain, shine, or a bit of both— our walking tours still go on!**
What to expect
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
2-18-9 Kaminarimon, Taito, Tokyo Prefecture, 111-0034, Japan
The Tourist Information Office, located in front of Nakamise Street. Reaching the highest floor, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the entire surrounding area.
Senso-ji Temple
2-3-1, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, 111-0032, Japan
Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, surrounded by shrines and pagodas rich in history. The temple is preceded by the iconic Kaminarimon (thunder portal) and Nakamise Street, a historic shopping street full of stores where snacks and souvenirs can be purchased.
Hoppy Street
2 Chome-3-19 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, 2 Chome-3-19 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
A street entirely dedicated to Hoppy: historic beer-based drink, mixed with shochu (a distilled spirit) that, during the postwar period, replaced beer in the historic izakaya of the time.
Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)
3-8-12 Matsugaya, Taito, Tokyo Prefecture, 111-0036, Japan
A shopping street located between Ueno and Asakusa. It became popular because of dozens of stores specializing in the sale of kitchen tools.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Outside Tokyo Metro Asakusa Station, Ginza Line Exit N.1. In front of Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
End / drop-off
Outside Tokyo Metro Asakusa Station, Ginza Line Exit N.1. In front of Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
What's included
Included
- English or Italian speaking travel story teller
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- 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
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 12 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Infant (1–12), Adult (13–99)
Languages
- Guide
- English, Italian
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Product code
- 461758P25
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
- Departure airline
- Departure flight number
- Transfer departure date
- How you are departing
- Departure pickup address
- Transfer departure time
- Transfer rail departure line
- Transfer rail departure station
Traveller reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (24).
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