Product Description

Join a guided tour of Senso-ji Temple, Thunder Gate, and Nakamise Shopping Street in Tokyo’s Asakusa district. Step into the atmosphere of the Edo Period and explore the traditional side of Japan’s capital.

Highlights

• Experience a more traditional side of Tokyo with a visit to the Asakusa district
• Explore Tokyo’s oldest-established temple, Sensō-ji (Asakusa Kannon)
• Admire the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), the dramatic entrance to the temple
• Walk down Nakamise Street, one of the oldest shopping areas in Japan
• Gain insight into the historical and cultural significance of each landmark

Full Description

Embark on a guided walking tour through Asakusa, a district where Tokyo’s history comes alive. Begin at the iconic Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), then walk along Nakamise Street, a lively corridor of traditional snacks and crafts.

Your guide will lead you to Tokyo’s oldest temple, Senso-ji, where you’ll explore its rich spiritual history, participate in incense rituals, and enjoy detailed cultural storytelling. Visit Asakusa Shrine, stroll through Hoppy Street, and browse Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street — a blend of tradition and modern local life.

Itinerary

Starting location: Kaminarimon

• Kaminarimon – Guided tour (10 minutes)
• Nakamise Shopping Street – Visit, guided tour (15 minutes)
• Senso-ji Temple – Photo stop, visit, guided tour, free time (30 minutes)
• Asakusa Shrine – Photo stop, visit, guided tour (20 minutes)
• Hoppy Street – Visit, guided tour (10 minutes)
• Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street – Visit, guided tour (10 minutes)
  Finish at: Azuma Bridge

Pricing

From ¥2,800 per person

Includes

• Walking tour
• English-speaking guide

Meeting Point

The guide will be waiting in front of Kaminarimon Gate (left side), near the Tokiwado Kaminari-okoshi Honpo shop. Look for a sign indicating the tour. Please arrive on time, as the guide cannot delay the tour for late arrivals.

Address:
Kaminarimon
2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

Reviews

“Despite the rain we had a great tour! Nana was engaging and positive and told us much interesting information and her own personal experiences. She pointed out many things and gave us recommendations, and made conversation with us individually too. Highly recommend her tour.”

“I really enjoyed Asakusa, the pedestrianised sections of cities are always my favourite. Our guide Rio was very eager to share information and answer questions. She was great and really added to the experience.”

“Miyu was a great guide and answered all of the questions we had and then some. There is a rich culture and history in the area and she still made it fun and humorous as well. Go hang out with Miyu and learn a few things.”