East Tokyo Walking Tour: Experience Traditional Japan in Asakusa and Beyond
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8 Ratings
Taito City
Embark on a captivating walking tour of East Tokyo, where tradition and modernity intertwine seamlessly. Explore historic temples, vibrant markets, and tranquil gardens in one of the world's most dynamic cities.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Asakusa - We’re not going to let an opportunity to show you Senso-ji slip by. With your knowledgeable guide at your side, you will learn about the history of this very early Buddhist Temple in Japan. You’ll find out why it differs in appearance from most temples in Kyoto, or most anywhere else in Japan for that matter.
Asakusa today is much more than just Senso-ji and the shopping street leading up to it. This was also the case a hundred years ago, when Asia’s first subway started operation between Asakusa and Ueno, which is our next stop.
The fact that the first subway was built here demonstrates just how central, busy, and valuable the area was once. That is not to say the area has fallen on hard times. But, rather, to point out that the Asakusa/Ueno area once held the prominence that Shinjuku and Shibuya hold in the metropolis today. Hard to imagine, but true.
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- Includes all standard costs (admissions, local train rides)
What's Not Included
- Food and Drinks
Additional Information
Embark on a captivating walking tour of East Tokyo, where tradition and modernity intertwine seamlessly. Begin your journey in Asakusa, where the historic Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori shopping street await, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Continue to Ueno and Okachimachi, housing museums, cherry blossoms, and the vibrant Ameya-Yokocho market. Akihabara, known as ‘Electric Town,’ beckons next with its neon-lit streets, gaming culture, and anime havens.
Finally, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Koishikawa Korakuen, a traditional Japanese garden that transports you to a serene oasis amidst the urban bustle. This East Tokyo walking tour offers a diverse and captivating experience, seamlessly blending the old and new in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Location
1-chōme-1-1 Asakusa
Meet in front of Kamiya bar in Asakusa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Sandy_b
May 19, 2024
Great Tour! - We met our tour guide at the appointed place and we proceeded to visit the Senji Temple area, took the subway to Ueno, and then to a beautiful Japanese garden. We were pleased to discover that we were the only two on the tour, so the tour guide, a young man from Nepal, was very sensitive to our needs. I sprained my ankle 2 weeks preceding the tour, so I had to go slowly and rest periodically, which was fine with him. He also showed us how to use the subway, and navigate the various lines on our tour the next day. He was also super knowledgeable about the history and religious customs of Japan. I would definitely recommend this tour to others. However, it is a lot of walking, so be prepared!
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Glenda_k
May 12, 2024
Tokyo in one tour! - This tour showed us a fabulous range of attractions in Tokyo - KJ as a great guide and had lots of knowledge of the areas. I’d highly recommend this tour
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Joannet496
Apr 24, 2024
A lovely afternoon - The guide Yemen was very pleasant, approachable and informative. As well as the tour information he also provided us with general hints and tips in how to get round Tokyo. I would definitely recommend
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Olwilson
Apr 4, 2024
Amazing Tour, Highly Recommend - Full disclosure, as a solo, woman traveler Japan was initially an intimidating endeavor. My guide, Ricardo tempered my unease and he was also extremely knowledgeable about all the sights we visited. Make sure you wear your sneakers because it is a lot of walking. I loved my experience with Ricardo and I appreciated his thoroughness and time. Definitely recommend this tour!!! Thank you again, and I hope your kiddos and wife are doing well Ricardo!
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Janet_f
Mar 21, 2024
Super enthusiastic guide - varied sites - Temen was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, friendly, energetic. We enjoyed all the different neighborhoods that we visited. There was a lot of walking. Using the subway between stops was helpful and fun.
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Pooja_d
Mar 19, 2024
Great intro to East Tokyo sights! - Great tour and perfect amount of time for our family to experience sights with food sampling and plenty of opportunities for questions along the way! We felt lucky to get Ricardo, as he was a fantastic guide with lots of energy and local knowledge. It was a combination or walking and subway trains, so wear comfy shoes!
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Companion60777206103
Jan 8, 2024
Michelle made Tokyo a dream destination! - Our tour with Michelle was the best we had on our Honeymoon trip to Japan. We learned so much about Tokyo, it's people and the culture from her. She went above and beyond in every degree and even found a gem of restaurant that had was able to accommodate my wife's Dairy and Shellfish allergy. She made us feel cared for and looked after. We have the highest praise for her and will recommend her to everyone we know who will be coming to Japan like we did.
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Glenn_h
Oct 30, 2023
Asakusa small group - Our guide Andrew had an excellent knowledge of the tour area and catered the experiences along the route to suite all the people in our small group. It was very pleasant to have someone take the role of navigator for half a day which allowed us to concentrate on the sights and experiences
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