Asakusa Tour: A Journey Through the Legendary Founding of Senso-ji Temple

Embark on a captivating journey through the legendary founding of Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa. Discover intriguing historical facts, taste Japanese sweet snacks, and enjoy a small group tour with headsets.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sumida River - Just as Asakusa’s history started by the Sumida river, so do our tours. Across the Azumabashi bridge, we will see Tokyo Sky Tree, Asahi Breweries’ headquarters with its world-famous golden flame object.
What's Included
  • Earphone Guide System for secure voice delivery from a distance
  • English-speaking guide
  • Assortment of Japanese sweet snacks
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, except those specified
Additional Information

If you are interested in a folklore of two fisherman brothers who happened to have become founding fathers of Sesoji-temple 1400 years ago and Tokyo for that matter, this tour is for you. Enjoy the tour chock-ful of interesting stories around development of Asakusa and Tokyo.
Specifically, we will demystify intriguing historical facts including:

  1. Why…
Location
Burger King Asakusa Azumabashi
The meeting place is in front of a Burger King restaurant right next to Exit 4 of Asakusa subway station (G19) on the Ginza line. Please step outside when you reach Exit 4. See below for details. https://bit.ly/3KBlIr5
Cancellation Policy

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

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Royce_s
Dec 8, 2024
Eye Opening History Lesson - The tour was amazing cultural event. The small group allowed multiple questions t o be asked and answered
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Sharon_c
Dec 7, 2024
Great - Sachi was punctual friendly patient and knowledgeable. Made the tour enjoyable. Answer our questions and explained in details. Would recommend this tour and the tour guide. Thanks Sachi
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Cheryl_q
Nov 24, 2024
Excellent tpur - Our guide was excellent she was very knowledgeable. We learnt so much about the history of the area, thoroughly enjoyed the tour.
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Road51457574621
Nov 17, 2024
Recommended! - We had a great time touring Asakusa and getting to know some of its history! Taka was so kind and knowledgeable, and he recommended an amazing place for dinner nearby. I would definitely recommend this for anyone.
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Aed800
Nov 16, 2024
A fascinating walk through the many streets, laneways, markets and temples with our extraordinary guide, namely Taka. - This walking tour is a great idea for an immersive Tokyo experience. It’s well paced and suitable for people of all ages.
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Storyteller643181
Nov 13, 2024
Amazing tour with Sachiko - Amazing tour with most amazing and full of knowledge guide, Sachiko. Her knowledge and way of presenting add so much to this already amazing tour. Fluent English has made it easy for us to catch up. Overall this is a must do tour because you learn so much about the culture and history of Japan
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P2620aqemilyr
Oct 30, 2024
Great time exploring Asakusa - We had a great time learning all about Asakusa! Our tour guide Sachi was amazing, kind, and knowledgeable. The best part was sampling sweets and getting our fortunes at Senso-ji!
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P1292dschristians
Oct 25, 2024
Lovely tour! - This tour was just lovely, informative and definitely worth it! Choco, the guide, showed us around the area always providing interesting facts and historical knowledge and was also always open to answer questions. She also knew the best spots to take photos and it really felt like a friend/local shows you around in town. Thank you very much for the experience!
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Melissagq1344ut
Oct 20, 2024
Fun tour - We had a great time with our tour guide Junko Chan, very fun and informative. We went to temples, eat traditional Japanese snacks and were able to appreciate the culture and heritage of Tokyo Japan
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Oliver
Oct 22, 2024
Senso-ji with family - Sacchi was a lovely kind and considerate guide. Her English and knowledge was great! We covered everything we wanted to see and extra. Ending with a lovely cup of tea from Sachi.
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