Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian

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About this activity

Besides showing the landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate and Tokyo Skytree, Ryo will accompany you to many lovely temples and shrines around the area.

Asakusa is a distinctive place to have both a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine next to each other. You will also be able to know more about the religious views among Japanese people.

Finally, Ryo will take you to Nakamise Shopping Street, where he will explain the origin of Senso-ji Temple while showing various illustrations. Also, he will tell you how the temple has been loved and supported by a variety of people, from locals to the generals of different periods.

The host, Ryo has 6 years of experience working in Asakusa as a rickshaw driver and is passionate about introducing Japanese culture and history through the exploration of Asakusa. He would also be happy to tell his insights with humor from the perspective of a local Japanese comedian. Let’s enjoy to take a deeper look into Asakusa, the most iconic historical site in Tokyo!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Karate Comic Ryo

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Omotenashi Spirit:)
Included: Some cultural jokes about Japan and its history:)

Itinerary

Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center

10 min

We will see the view from the 8th floor of Cultural Tourist Information Center of Asakusa:)
Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

10 min

We will enter the center of Asakusa area from the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, which is the icon of Asakusa.
Senso-ji Temple Bentendo

5 min

After walking into the central area of Asakusa, we will take a look at one of the lovely temples in Asakusa, Bentendo, which has the deity of art and prosperity.
The Bell of Time

5 min

Next to Bentendo Temple, there's the Bell of Time, which was regularly rung by the monk of Senso-ji Temple to let people know the time during Edo Period(from the 16th to the 18th century).
Senso-ji Temple Nisombutsu

5 min

There's a nice and calm spot that has 2 bronze statues and 4 stone statues of Buddhist deities constructed in the 17th century.
Senso-ji Temple Nitemmon Gate

10 min

On the right of the main hall of Sensoji Temple, there is one of the National Cultural Properties in Japan, Nitenmon Gate. This gate was use as the Shogun's gate, which means only the general was allowed to pass during Edo Period.
Asakusa Shrine

10 min

After taking a look at Nitenmon Gate, we will see Asakusa Shrine that has 3 deities who are closely related to the origin of Sensoji Temple. There's also a garage for three big portable shrines that are carried by local people at Sanja Festival in May.
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo

5 min

Yogodo Temple
Senso-ji Temple Awashimado

10 min

Awashimado
Asakusa Nishisando

5 min

If you would like to try out one of the Japanese sweets, melon-bread, we can drop by 花月堂(Kagetsu-do) in Nishi-sando Shopping Street:)
Hozomon

5 min

In front of the temple, there's another gate called Hozomon Gate that has a pair of guardian statues.
Senso-ji Temple

10 min

This is the destination of the walking tour, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo with 1,400 years of history. I would love to tell you how this temple and its Buddhist deity, Kannon Bodhisattva, has been supported and loved by a variety of people since the past.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Let's meet in front of "Tokyo Cruise"(water bus station), which is 1 or 2 min walk from Asakusa station(Tokyo Metro Ginza Line). You'll be able to find a guide in Japanese kimono style:)

End point

The entire tour will finish in front of the main hall of Sensoji Temple.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian
Asakusa Walking Tour in French

Native French Guiding : This option is provided by a native French speaker, Geraldine who has been living in Asakusa.