Overview
A tour around the traditional East Tokyo area with a local guide. Enjoy the charm of Tokyo to the fullest on a fully customizable half-day private tour. Choose three must-visit spots from the list below. Our experienced staff, former German TV national broadcasting crew members and local guides with deep knowledge of Japan, will customize the itinerary to suit your needs. Are you interested in Japanese culture? Want to try delicious food in Tokyo? Curious about the lives of people living in Tokyo? Are you interested in Japanese-made home appliances, manga and anime? On the day of the tour, your guide will meet you at Kaminarimon. Start your half-day tour from there. You can get there by public transport or on foot. Start your day at the famous Asakusa Shrine in Asakusa.
What's included
- ✓Tour guide Walking tour Visit to Asakusa,Ueno,Akihabara ,Nihonbashi , Ginza
- ✕Shopping cost at each stores Other personal expenses Entrance fee (for yourself) Transportation fee (for yourself) Lunch (for yourself) Private transportation
What you'll do
- 1
Nakamise Shopping Street is a shopping street that stretches along the main approach to Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Taito Ward, Tokyo, and is one of the oldest shopping streets in Japan. [Characteristics] The stone-paved approach stretches for about 250 meters from Kaminarimon to Hozomon, and is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, and other establishments. There are many stores selling Japanese sweets, crafts, folk crafts, toys, and more. There are many stores offering demonstrations and where you can eat freshly made food on the spot. It is also a popular tourist destination for foreign tourists.
- 2
Enjoy a tour packed with interesting stories related to the development of Asakusa and Tokyo, such as the origin of the Asakusa Sanja Festival, named after two fisherman brothers who pulled up the Kannon Bodhisattva, the principal image of Sensoji Temple, in a net, and the origin of Asakusa Shrine, which enshrines the deity of Sensoji Temple.
⏱ 1 hour - 3
Asakusa Shrine is beloved as the guardian deity of Asakusa and is a popular shrine visited by many tourists from both Japan and abroad. [Characteristics of Shinto] A polytheistic religion that believes that gods reside in all things There is no founder, teachings, or scriptures Purity is valued, and shrines are always kept pure Buildings were erected at festival sites, and shrines were born It is deeply connected to rites of passage in life such as Shichigosan, seasonal festivals, and Coming of Age ceremonies [Teachings of Shinto] Protecting nature, and living together with nature and humans Maintaining harmony in the local community through festivals and increasing a sense of unity Praying for the prosperity of descendants, and praying for the limitless development of the nation of Japan, from the family to the region and even the Imperial Family
⏱ 1 hour - 4
すき焼き今半本店 Asakusa Imahan is a long-established high-end restaurant founded in Asakusa Kaminarimon during the Taisho era, and uses carefully selected Kuroge Wagyu beef.
Availability & pricing
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Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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