Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Omotenashi Spirit:)
Some cultural jokes about Japan and its history:)
What To Expect
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
We will see the view from the 8th floor of Cultural Tourist Information Center of Asakusa:)
Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
We will enter the center of Asakusa area from the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, which is the icon of Asakusa.
Options
Asakusa Walking Tour in French
Native French Guiding : This option is provided by a native French speaker, Geraldine who has been living in Asakusa.
Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian
Reviews
40 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Superb guide, highly recommend
LDN-CC,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic tour with Ryo! From the very beginning he was warm, personable, knowledgeable and professional. On top of that, he’s simply great company, his sense of humour and energy made for a relaxing and engaging time. What really sets Ryo apart is that you can book him directly, which makes all the difference. Unlike other companies where you are randomly assigned a guide, with Ryo you are getting a great guide. We can’t recommend him highly enough, a highlight of our visit to Tokyo. Shame we didn’t have more days as we would have really like to see his stand-up comedy show.
Fun experience! Ryo was...
Alyssah P,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun experience! Ryo was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Would recommend going in the early morning to beat the crowds and heat.
A Memorable Asakusa Experience
muttyg2023,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic walking tour of Asakusa with Ryo—he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience truly special. He shared great insights and made the tour both fun and meaningful. Highly recommend!
Awesome walking tour with Ryo.
Stephen H,
Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome walking tour. Ryo was amazing. His knowledge of the temple and his experience made it a great day.
High recommend taking...
Sam R,
Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00High recommend taking this tour if you're in the area and want to learn more about the local culture. Ryo is a very knowledgeable and engaging guide.
We liked him so much, we asked if he could accompany our family everywhere on our two week vacation to Japan.
-Ram1rez-707,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience touring Asakusa with Ryo! Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable about the area and its history, but he's also a talented comedian who kept us laughing the whole time. Ryo was very patient, answered all of our questions thoroughly, and even took time to snap photos with us. His friendly and engaging personality made the tour feel personal and memorable. We highly recommend booking a tour with Ryo—he truly made our visit to Asakusa special!
Friendly and funny cultural tour
sharma2025,
Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ryo was kind considerate, friendly and funny and we had a fantastic walking tour at our own pace, with lots of information and chat – it was an overall fantastic experience.
Rayo in Japan
Virginia F,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tho knee his history my young boys (16 yrs old ) loved him and asked tons of questions. Roy had a good sense of humor and was very patient with our questions and walking.
Cherry blossoms and an intro to religion in Japan
Pat B,
Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very first tour we went on in Japan, and we had severe jet lag from arriving the day before. Our guide,Ryo, was personable and considerate. He knows a lot about culture and religion, and helped us understand Japan a lot better. He also helped us navigate the crowds around Sensoji in Asakusa, and he did a great job of explaining the history of the temple and its meanings. The two hours we spent with him flew by as we walked around the area and got an introduction to cherry blossoms, renting, kimonos, and the meaning of Buddhism and Shinto.
Great morning
Joao-Flavio,
Feb 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great morning with Ryo in old neighborhood of Asakusa including the Senso-ji temple and Asakusa shrine. He explained some important details that I’d missed by myself.
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