Tokyo: Asakusa Historical Highlights Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG477863-849967
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Get to know the history and culture of Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood on a walking tour. Discover popular landmarks, such as the Sumida River and the Senso-ji Temple, and sample sweet Japanese treats.
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 Asakusa for that matter, this tour is for you. Enjoy the tour chock-full of interesting stories around development of Asakusa and Tokyo.
Specifically, we will demystify intriguing historical facts including:
1) Why Sumida river is an origin of Senso-ji temple
2) How Senso-ji temple and Asakusa developed hand in hand
3) How Asakusa has become a forerunner of Japan's modernization
4) How the culture that flourished in the area impacted the world
Other important features of the tour are:
1) Use of headsets to hear the guide clearly even from a distance; applicable to a group of 3 or more.
2) Each group is limited to 10 participants.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood
- Join a local guide to see popular landmarks in and around the Senso-ji Temple
- Get a bird's eye view of Asakusa from the observation deck of the visitor center
- Gain in-depth insights into the Senso-ji Temple, its shrine, and different gates
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This activity involves a moderate amount of walking
This tour operates rain or shine, dress appropriately
If you have mobility issues, please contact the supplier before the tour, and they will do their very best to accommodate you
Children younger than 6 may join the tour without charge. Due to the historical focus of the tour, it is recommended for adults, but families are welcome
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.
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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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
