Flavors of Asakusa Food & Traditions with a Friendly Guide
Asakusa retains the vibe of an older Tokyo, with traditional craft shops and street-food stalls along Nakamise Street near the ancient Sensō-ji temple. Mid-19th-century Hanayashiki amusement park has rides and cafes, while riverside Kuritsu Sumida Park hosts regular festivals and firework displays.
📍Meeting point: Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center.
Asakusa retains the vibe of an older Tokyo, with traditional craft shops and street-food stalls along Nakamise Street near the ancient Sensō-ji temple. Mid-19th-century Hanayashiki amusement park has rides and cafes, while riverside Kuritsu Sumida Park hosts regular festivals and firework displays. The first stop is Sensoji Temple (浅草寺) an ancient Buddhist temple in Tokyo and one of the most visited sightseeing spots in Japan Then we will Dive into Asakura’s vibrant culture by savoring its street food. From traditional Japanese dishes to Instagram-worthy sweet delights like Dango and Daifuku, there’s a diverse array of flavors waiting for you. And you will be amused with Tokyo Skytree as it is an epic experience. Here you will truly be able to fathom the sheer extent of Tokyo’s size and density. This tower, the tallest in the world, stands at an astonishing 634 meters tall and offers a 360-degree view that is unparalleled in Japan. and much more to be seen and done
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 30 minOnce you reach Asakusa, go visit Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center for tourism information. As well as guidance in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean, they offer free wifi and the use of an internet PC. The 8 storied building has a cafe, exhibition hall, and also the observation deck on the 7th floor with a great overlook view of Nakamise Street and Sensoji
Stop 2
⏱ 30 minExplore one of the oldest and longest souvenirs streets in Japan.
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minEnjoy Japanese street food and try a lot of snacks. Take a lot of nice photos and learn about history and culture from a local professional guide.
Stop 4
⏱ 30 minVisit the most colorful temple in Tokyo and one of the most famous spots for all travelers coming to Tokyo.
Stop 5
⏱ 30 minThere is a lot of shrines to see, not only Sensoji Temple and we will guide you to see them.
Stop 6
⏱ 30 minRokku Broadway (The Sixth District) was once filled with theaters and amusement facilities, and was distinguished to be the most popular theater district in Japan.Rokku’s history starts in 1884 when Senso-ji Temple named its precincts as “Asakusa Park”, separating its area into 7 Districts. Rokku Broadway was known to be the main area of the 7 districts, housing a theater which was the origin of “Asakusa Opera”, the first motion picture studio (modern movie theater), and other theaters that nurtured celebrity superstars of different time periods in Japanese history.
Stop 7
⏱ 30 minHoppy Street, Asakusa, Japan
What’s Included
- ✓2 soft drinks and water.
- ✓Try 4 to 5 of food stops only in Asakusa
- ✓Experience local markets in Asakusa
- ✓4 Hours Walking Tour With a Local Guide
- ✓Snacks and desserts
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- ✗Gratuities
Additional Info
- 👶Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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