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Time Travel in Tokyo Explore Old Town Asakusa and Local Food

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$40
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Overview

Experience the charm of Tokyo’s old town in this 2-hour walking tour through Asakusa. Start at the iconic Kaminarimon Gate, stroll along the lively Nakamise Street, and try delicious local snacks like ningyo-yaki and senbei.

Explore Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest and most sacred temple, and learn its fascinating 1,300-year-old legend. Feel the peaceful atmosphere as you join locals in offering incense and prayers.

Then, follow your friendly local guide into backstreets to discover secret spots, hidden photo spots, and unique local stories you won’t find in any guidebook. You’ll learn fun cultural tips and even pick up a few useful Japanese phrases!

We end the tour at Don Quijote Asakusa, the perfect place to shop for quirky souvenirs, snacks, and pop-culture goods.

This tour is the perfect blend of tradition, flavor, and fun—ideal for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike!
Time Travel in Tokyo Explore Old Town Asakusa and Local Food
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Local guide fee

Meeting point
The guide will be waiting in front of the Asakusa Culture and Tourist Information Center, located right across from the Kaminarimon Gate.
Return details
The tour will end in front of Don Quijote Asakusa Store, a popular discount store where you can shop for souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, and more.

  • Stroll down the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, where the scent of freshly made rice crackers and sweet red bean snacks fills the air. Try local treats like ningyo-yaki (cute, doll-shaped cakes) and kibi-dango while browsing handmade souvenirs from generations-old shops.
  • Step into the living history of Tokyo at Sensoji, the city’s oldest and most beloved Buddhist temple. As you walk through the grand Kaminarimon Gate, lined with massive lanterns and guardian statues, you’ll feel the atmosphere of old Edo come alive. Stroll down the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, where the scent of freshly made rice crackers and sweet red bean snacks fills the air. Try local treats like ningyo-yaki (cute, doll-shaped cakes) and kibi-dango while browsing handmade souvenirs from generations-old shops.
  • Wrap up your Asakusa adventure with a visit to Don Quijote, Japan’s most iconic discount store—a chaotic, colorful, and wildly entertaining shopping experience unlike anywhere else in the world.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Time Travel in Tokyo Explore Old Town Asakusa and Local Food

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $40
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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