Tokyo: Asakusa Historic Walking Tour and Traditional Lunch
ID: GYG434389-782788
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover 1400 years of history on a walking tour of Tokyo's Asakusa district. Learn about the area's past and enjoy a traditional lunch in a building based on historic Japanese architectural styles.
Head to Tokyo's Asakusa district and immerse yourself in its unique historic atmosphere. Admire the distinctive architecture on a guided tour while learning about the area's past. Admire sights including the Azumabashi Bridge, Kaminarimon Gate, and Senso-ji Temple, and enjoy a traditional lunch.
Begin at Azumabashi Bridge before making your way to the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. From the observation deck and take in views of Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise Shopping Street, Sensoji Temple, and, on the other side, views of Tokyo Skytree and the Asahi Beer Headquarters.
Visit Kaminarimon (Thunder) Gate, the entrance to a Buddhist temple and Shinto shrine. Then, make your way to Nakamise Shopping Street. Check out some of the displays on the street that recount the history of Asakusa.
The Hozomon Gate will lead you to the Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest and one of its most significant. Next to the temple is a five-story pagoda that holds Buddha's ashes. Take part in centuries-old rituals at the temple and the Asakusa Shrine and receive a paper fortune.
After the walking tour, savor a traditional lunch. Listen to your guide explain the ingredients to you and how they are prepared as you sit in an evocative and authentic setting based on traditional architecture.
Highlights
- Taste authentic Japanese flavors and learn more about this type of cuisine
- Marvel at the forms of traditional architecture throughout the Asakusa district
- Journey through 1400 years of Asakusa history on this guided walking tour
- See the impressive Kaminarimon Gate, Hozomon Gate, and Sensoji Temple
- Take part in rituals at the Sensoji Temple and gain an insight into Buddhism
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet outside exit 4 of Asakusa Station (G19) on the Ginza line near a red bridge called Azumabashi. Your guide will be holding a recognizable signboard.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
