Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour

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Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Climb aboard a traditional Japanese rickshaw for an unforgettable view of the Asakusa district in Tokyo. Your knowledgeable guide will steer you to some of Tokyo’s many iconic sites, districts, temples and shrines while illuminating the history behind them all. Enjoy scenic views of maple and cherry trees, gardens, soaring skyscrapers, and traditional businesses. If you’re looking for a carefree, customizable way to see Tokyo, this is it.

Apart from the above courses, we have other special course for guests who really want to get away from the city.

If you have already seen the crowds and buildings in Tokyo, let’s get away from that and enjoy the view across the sumida river and go into places where you can refresh your mind under the quiet trees and monument of Asahi beer headquarter! We shall go across the bridge to the peaceful area of sumida park and Ushijima shrine where you can enjoy the Japanese garden park and lucky fortune cow shrine.

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At a glance

Duration: 30 min – 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Ebisuya

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Rickshaw ride
Included: Local rickshaw driver

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Asakusa

Passing by

locations covered during the tour depend on the option selected. Asakusa is a neighbourhood in Tokyo where you can find a wonderful mix of retro, traditional, religious, quirky, modern and cultural elements around every corner.
Stop 2

Passing by

historic street with stores and housing facades of the Edo period
Stop 3

Passing by

quirky street where the main theme is 'raccoons'. There are various raccoon figurines every few meters along this street
Asakusa Hanayashiki

Passing by

One of the oldest amusement parks in Japan, still in operation
Asahi Beer Headquarters

Passing by

Asahi Beer Headquarters, with the iconic golden 'flame' on top of the building
Ushijima Shrine

15 min Admission not included

A Shinto Shrine. Find out why this Shrine has a gate with three entrances instead of the standard one entrance.
Tokyo Skytree

Passing by

excellent view on the Tokyo Skytree from across the Sumida River. This is a good photo spot.
Stop 8

Passing by

Colourful and bright gate leading to the Sensoji Temple and Asakusa Shrine.
Asakusa Shrine

Passing by

A shinto shrine located on the temple grounds of the impressive Sensoji Temple. Learn about the differences between Shinto and Buddhism and how they peacefully coexist.
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden

15 min Admission not included

A buddhist temples, one of the constituent temples of the Sensoji Temple. Find out why there are so many radishes in the temple and painted on the lanterns
Imado Shrine

15 min Admission not included

A Shinto Shrine which features a lot of cat figurines, especially the manekineko, the beckoning cat.
Asakusa Engei Hall

Passing by

Venue that was and is still the heart of Asakusa's entertainment district. Come here to experience Japanese comedy and shows!
Rokku Broadway

Passing by

The Rokku Street, now part of the retro district, used to be THE most popular entertainment district in Tokyo before the war. Cinema's and theatres were located here!
Sumida Park

Passing by

The Sumida Park is a long park lining the Sumida River. Here you can view the cherry blossoms in spring, take break and relax from sightseeing and enjoy an excellent view on the Tokyo Skytree just across the river.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

outside exit #1 of the ASAKUSA STATION on the TOKYO METRO GINZA LINE (be careful, there are two separate stations called Asakusa Station).

As there are a few other companies offering rickshaw services, be sure to look for the stand which has EBISUYA written on it!

*Exit A1 is the incorrect exit!!!

End point

finishing point can will be decided on the day of the tour. Discuss it directly with your guide.

Using your ticket

Important: If you didn't specify your preferable departure time at the time of booking, please contact the local tour provider at your earliest convenience
For exact rickshaw meeting point, please go to 'Overview' page and click on "View additional info"
If you prefer Chinese, Korean or Japanese-speaking driver/guide, please confirm with the local tour provider in prior to your travel date for availability
This tour can be customized depending on your interests. Please consult with the local tour provider prior to your travel date for any special requests
No rickshaw ride is allowed in Sensoji Temple/Asakusa Temple area including the temple buildings, temple grounds, and Nakamise shopping street
Tour will run until 6pm between May and August

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

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over
Children aged 5 years and under may ride the rickshaw free of charge, provided that they sit on an adult’s lap
A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children (5 years or under) can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on ad adult's lap)
While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability.
Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly
This tour can be customized depending on your interests
No rickshaw ride is allowed in Sensoji Temple/Asakusa Temple area including the temple buildings, temple grounds, and Nakamise shopping street
English and Japanese-speaking driver/guide is available, subject to availability. Please specify your preferable language at checkout
If a child 5 years will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult.
finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
landmarks listed under 'itinerary' may not all be possible for shorter tour durations. Please consult in advance or directly with guide.
Please bring baby carrier/wrap for small children