10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Asakusa That You Shouldn't Miss

Tokyo is so big and diverse that it is difficult to go around on your own. Your time is limited, but if you want see it all, this is the perfect way to see the city. Explore the highlights of Tokyo on this 8-hour small-group tour by minivan. It combines a bus tour with short walks with professional and friendly English speaking guide. Visit Tokyo’s top attractions such as Tsukiji Fish Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing in just 8 hours. A knowledgeable local guide will help make your day in Tokyo easy, safe and fun.

Inclusions: Professional and friendly guide, Transportation by minivan in the tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food(lunch, snack)

If you see salary-men (men in their suits) coming out from the skyscrapers, heading to have a couple of beers in local izakaya (Japanese bar restaurant) after-hours, you might feel like Deja Vu, which is very similar to the ones you've seen in the movie "Blade Runner". You are in for a local experience - a day to explore the diversity of Tokyo, from high tech to tradition, the contrast of the futuristic aspect to old school life all on this private car service with your private licensed guide. Please select the places you would like to visit or ask your guide to give you recommendation.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup/drop-off, Round-trip private transportation by air-conditioned minivan, Private guide (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean professional guides are available), One bottled water per person, DVD player in minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Admission to facilities

Walk along Nakamise Street with his street food stands and artisanal shops and get a real feel of a quaint old-world Tokyo atmosphere. Our local guide will take you up to the top floor of the tourism office, this impressive building, designed by the architect Kengo Kuma. You will enjoy a breathtaking view of Asakusa, overlooking Nakamise Street. Then your guide will take you directly to the oldest temple of the Japanese capital: the Senso-Ji Temple. After a visit to the temple and a story recounting its fascinating history, you will go for a walk in this mythical district, alongside its traditional shops and its special atmosphere. You will live the discovery of a part of Tokyo in its most beautiful and pure tradition.

Inclusions: Guided Tour of 1h30., Entry to the sanctuary is free. , Local guide or licensed guide.

Exclusions: Transfers., Food / Drink., Tips.

Get the most out of Asakusa on a deep yet relaxed 3.5-hour walking tour of this historic township at the heart of Tokyo. See the 1400-year-old Sensoji temple and learn its secrets from your knowledgeable and hospitable guide. Participate in charming rituals as you explore the expansive temple grounds, including the iconic Kaminarimon gate with its giant red lantern, and the bustling market street of Nakamise-dori. Finally, discover the colorful Rokku district to the temple's west. Your experience also includes Japanese sweet snacks. Feel free to try your luck with a fortune-telling paper from Sensoji temple. Our tours are limited to 8 guests to ensure a personalized experience so you can be you: curious, spontaneous, and always hungry for more! Our guides bring you the best of both worlds in tourism: local knowledge, genuine friendliness only natives can bring, and an expertise earned through additional training on top of their official national tour guide certification.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide, Selection of Japanese sweet snacks (e.g. melon pan, rice dumpling, rice cracker, sweet puffed rice)., Snacks, Gratuities (Guides will not accept them)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, except those specified

There are many temples and shrines with a long history and interesting characteristics in Asakusa where the common culture of Edo flourished. It was believed that since the seven disasters would be eliminated by visiting shrines where the seven gods enshrined, and visitors would receive seven happiness. Even in Japan today, visiting temples and shrines is a secret boom. At each shrine, you can get a red stamp as a sign of worship, so you can enjoy collecting red stamps. This attractiveness has become popular and is attracting the attention of young people. In this tour, you will go around Asakusa and visit seven shrines. You can see not only the Sensoji but also the quiet and calm city!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private Tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

With a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide, this short but value-packed trip is a fantastic way of experiencing Asakusa! Our nationally-licensed and English-speaking guide will meet you at Kaminarimon Gate, the outermost gate of Tokyo's oldest temple, Senso-ji. The giant red lantern directly in front of the gate is a symbol of the area and makes for a must-take photo opportunity. Other points of interest include the nearby Asakusa Shrine, one of only two buildings in the area to survive WWII and designated as an Important Cultural Property. Learn about Japan's history and culture up close! Your expert guide will introduce you to the background of Japan that most tourists do not get to see during this short but value-packed trip, ideal for time-conscious travelers. Note*1: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Licensed Local Guide

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***The tour time below is Japan Standard Time.*** ✅A great birthday/ surprise gift for anyone who likes Japan *If you can't find the convenient time slot, please send me a request. * This is an online interactive experience so please take off your mask and turn on your camera and microphone! :) After introducing ourselves to each other, we will start exploring Tokyo together. I will show you the popular landmarks, food, culture, and some tips to enjoy the city like locals by using pre-recorded videos, photos, and some quizzes along the way. Tokyo is a big city. Let's grasp the lay of the land, what Tokyo has to offer, and get ready for your future trip to Tokyo(physical one!). Places we cover are; Tsukiji and Toyosu market, Meiji shrine, Senso-ji temple, Harajuku, Shinjuku and Shibuya area. *We will start the tour on time so please make sure not to be late. * *If you do not show up on the tour time, we will not reschedule and refund you.

Inclusions: Explanation about Tokyo city, Tokyo consulting service, English speaking online guide, Q & A session about Tokyo and Japan

Exclusions: Real guide

At noontime, we will take you to a long-established Japanese restaurant for live performance of Tsugaru-shamisen over traditional cuisine. Since it is a small restaurant with a limited number of seats, the performance is presented in its pure acoustic simplicity-- without the aid of electronic devices. Enjoy the music in intimate proximity to the musicians. Its deep and passionate melodies leave audience mesmerized. Since this restaurant is one of the hardest to reserve, we will manually but promptly confirm your bookings. And of course, the tour preceding the visit to the restaurant is one of a kind. Our tours are limited to 8 guests to ensure a personalized experience so you can be you: curious, spontaneous, and always hungry for more! Our guides bring you the best of both worlds in tourism: local knowledge, genuine friendliness only natives can bring, and an expertise earned through additional training on top of their official national tour guide certification.

Inclusions: Kaiseki lunch and a short live concert is included in the tour price. * drink is not included in the tour price., Short live concert of Tsugaru-shamisen, Gratuities for guides (they would not accept them)

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Tokyo Private Tour. Learn all about the city's culture and history with a knowledgeable local guide on a private Tokyo tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Transportation to/from attractions (avg. JPY1.500/pers./day)

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your expepienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Licensed Local Guide, Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off

Exclusions: Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Other personal expenses, Private transportation