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Explore Tokyo’s History on Foot Asakusa Kappabashi and Ueno
Asakusa, Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$51.51
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Overview
The Tokyo Historical Walking Tour covers a fascinating 3-hour journey from Asakusa to Ueno. This immersive experience highlights the rich culture and history of Tokyo through its iconic landmarks and local traditions.
- 🗼 Begin at Kaminarimon Gate, a popular landmark featuring a massive red lantern, perfect for photos before entering the vibrant Nakamise Shopping Street.
- 🍡 Stroll through Nakamise Shopping Street, a historic arcade with around 90 shops offering traditional sweets, crafts, and kimono accessories, capturing the essence of Edo-period charm.
- ⛩️ Visit Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple founded in 628, where you can experience temple customs, including drawing omikuji for fortune and offering incense.
- 🕊️ Explore Asakusa Shrine, a peaceful Shinto shrine adjacent to Senso-ji, and learn about the differences between Shinto and Buddhist practices.
- 🍻 Discover Hoppy Street, a nostalgic drinking alley lined with izakayas, serving affordable comfort foods like grilled pork skewers, showcasing local nightlife.
- 🍽️ Walk along Kappabashi Street, known as a "mecca for chefs," featuring specialty shops with professional cookware, traditional tableware, and Japan’s famous plastic food replicas.
- 🍀 Stop by Akiba Shrine, historically significant and known for good luck in business, as you make your way toward Ueno.
- 🌳 Learn about Ueno Park, with insights from your guide on its history and highlights, along with recommendations for further exploration.
- 🍜 End your tour at Ameyoko Shopping Street, a bustling area filled with izakayas and food stalls, where you can continue to explore at your leisure.
- 👨🏫 Benefit from an English-speaking tour guide who provides historical insights throughout the tour, ensuring an enriching experience.
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Explore Tokyo’s History on Foot Asakusa Kappabashi and Ueno
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Historical Insights of the District
- Tour guide
- Meals are not included.
Meeting point
The guide will be waiting in front of Starbucks Kaminarimon, located to the left of Kaminarimon Gate.
Return details
The tour will conclude at Ameyayokocho.
If you’d like, you’re welcome to join us on the way back to Ueno Station.
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Kaminarimon GateThis tour begins at Kaminarimon, a must-see landmark and popular starting point for exploring Asakusa. The massive red lantern hanging at the gate is a favorite photo spot among travelers. Passing through the gate, you'll enter the lively Nakamise Shopping Street, where you can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and souvenirs. Guarded by statues of the gods of wind and thunder, this iconic gate offers a perfect opportunity to experience Japanese culture while strolling through a historic area.
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Nakamise Shopping Street is a historic arcade leading to Senso-ji Temple, lined with around 90 shops offering colorful Japanese sweets, traditional crafts, and kimono accessories. With its Edo-period atmosphere, it's a great place to soak in Japan's traditional charm while browsing. If any shops catch your eye, feel free to return after the tour and explore them at your own pace.
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Senso-ji TempleSenso-ji is Tokyo’s oldest temple, founded in 628, and remains a powerful symbol of history and faith. With its majestic main hall and five-story pagoda, it offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese architecture. Visitors can experience temple customs firsthand—why not try drawing omikuji, Japanese fortune slips, or offering incense? Amid the lively atmosphere, it's also a peaceful place to pause and reflect.
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Asakusa Shrine, located right next to Senso-ji Temple, is a historic Shinto shrine also known as “Sanja-sama.” With its iconic red torii gate and serene atmosphere, it offers a peaceful contrast to the bustling temple nearby. During the tour, you’ll learn about the differences between Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, as well as proper etiquette for visiting each. It’s a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of Japanese religious culture.
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Kouen Hondori Shopping StreetHoppy Street is a nostalgic drinking alley in Asakusa that retains the atmosphere of postwar Japan. Lined with red lanterns and cozy local izakayas, the area is lively even during the day. Visitors can enjoy affordable Japanese comfort foods like grilled pork skewers and stewed dishes. It’s a popular spot for those looking to experience Tokyo’s local nightlife and old-town charm.
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Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai)Kappabashi street is a historic shopping street with over 100 years of history, known as a “mecca for chefs.” It’s lined with specialty shops offering everything from professional-grade cookware and tableware to Japan’s famous plastic food samples. On this tour, we’ll also stop by shops where you can find traditional Japanese tableware, lacquerware, kitchen knives, and even dagashi—nostalgic Japanese snacks that are part of Japan’s food culture. Located within walking distance of Senso-ji, this is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for food lovers.
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On the way from Kappabashi to Ueno, we’ll stop by Akiba Shrine, said to be the origin of the name Akihabara. This small but historically significant shrine is known for bringing good luck in business prosperity and warding off misfortune.
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Ueno ParkOur guide will explain the history and highlights of Ueno Park. You'll also receive recommendations for spots you can enjoy on your own after the tour.
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Ameyoko Shopping StreetWhy not experience the lively local atmosphere of Ameyoko, a bustling street lined with izakayas and food stalls? We’ll introduce you to local street food spots and souvenir shops along the way. The tour ends here, so you’re free to continue exploring Ameyoko at your own pace if you wish.
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Explore Tokyo’s History on Foot Asakusa Kappabashi and Ueno
Asakusa, Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$51.51
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!