Tokyo: Asakusa & Oldest Temple Senso-ji Walking and Food Tour

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Step into Tokyo’s past on this immersive Asakusa walking tour. Visit Senso-ji, the city’s oldest temple, pass through Kaminarimon Gate, and stroll Nakamise Street lined with shops, lanterns, and local treats. Once the heart of Edo-era culture, Asakusa still echoes with tradition. Your guide will share stories of geisha districts, hidden shrines, and the area’s evolution—revealing both famous sights and hidden gems for a deeper connection to Japan’s living history.

【Tour Highlights】

・Insightful stories and cultural context shared along the way

・Engaging commentary on history and tradition during the tour

・Learn fascinating cultural insights and historical details as you explore

・Expert narration highlighting Asakusa’s rich heritage

・A guided journey filled with history, legends, and cultural background

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

English Speaking Local Guide

Guided walking tour of Asakusa district, including Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street

Insightful stories and cultural context shared along the way

Hotel Pick up and Drop off

What To Expect

Asakusa

Start your journey at the iconic Kaminarimon, the grand gate leading to Senso-ji Temple. Perfect for family photos, this spot offers a first glimpse into the charm and history of Asakusa.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Shin Nakamise Shopping Street

We will stroll through this vibrant street, stopping at 5 local shops to enjoy authentic Japanese street foods and sweets.

25 minutes • Admission Included

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Tokyo: Asakusa & Tokyo’s Oldest Temple Senso-ji Walking Tour

Reviews

5.00

162 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

162

This local guide offered a unique opportunity to experience and understand a rich culture.
G8792GAcarolk,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The adventure offered a view of the history and culture of local populations that was both stimulating, inspiring, and at times great fun. Yosuke had an amazing bank of knowledge and went off script effortlessly to answer questions on many topics. This experience encouraged me to learn more about the Japanese people and their successes and struggles over the centuries.
Best guided tour in Asakusa
Rolf P,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Akari, was amazingly knowledgeable and friendly. She gave us a clear insight into much of Japan's history and culture. She was sensitive to our interests and our questions.
Amazing guide in Asakusa!
Adgam G,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an incredible experience with our guide in Asakusa! He was exceptionally polite, friendly, and knowledgeable. He explained every sight in great detail, sharing interesting facts and stories that really brought the area to life. He was always ready to answer any questions and made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. His positive attitude and warm personality made the whole experience unforgettable. If you’re visiting Tokyo and want to explore Asakusa, I highly recommend this guide — one of the best tour experiences we’ve ever had!
highly recommended!
alexey1k,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything was excellent! The guide is full of positive energy, tells stories in a very engaging way, and speaks English perfectly. It was a real pleasure to join this tour — highly recommended!
Very informative!
Natasha C,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lax was an excellent guide! His English is very good, so we could understand each other well. He was incredibly knowledgeable; rather than just telling us the names of the locations, he was able to go very in depth into the cultural history. He was able to answer all of my questions — even things that other Japanese friends don't know the answer to! I was really happy with our tour of Asakusa, I feel like I learned a lot. I would not have been able to appreciate Asakusa as much if I went on my own. Thank you!
Very good
G720XHmanuelk,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great informative guide to the customs and details of the shrine and Japan. We can only recommend the tour. Thank you so much!
Fantastic Walking Tour with a Knowledgeable Guide
786traviso,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoyo was an incredible guide! He shared so much fascinating history about Asakusa and the Senso-ji Temple in a way that was both engaging and easy to follow. His knowledge and passion for Tokyo’s culture really brought the tour to life. We learned a lot and had a wonderful time—highly recommend this experience!
Excellent!
Laura L,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Ken. We made the mistake of booking on a Sunday with the weekend crowds. Ken just kept us together and calmly, sincerely gave us a wonderful tour. We said we could come back to shop on a less busy day so that we could just enjoy the experience of the shrine. He is very knowledgeable. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you Ken.
Knowledgable and easy to understand
carolinapizatto,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yosuke was a very articulate, knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. We really enjoyed his tour of sensoji temple. Best English we heard in Japan!
Thank you!
dancer3742,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Friendly and knowledgeable, great English, plus great local recommendations in the area - thank you! highly recommended :)