Tokyo Asakusa: 2-Hour History Exploration Tour (2 hours / English)

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Overview

Learn historical fact about development Asakusa and Tokyo
Participate in charming rituals as you explore temple
Find culture developed and flourished has impacted the world
If you interested brother fishermen found father of Temple
Enjoy a tour chock-full of interesting stories

Activity location

Kaminarimon
- 2-3-1 Asakusa
- 111-0032, Taito, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Asakusa Station Exit 4, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
- 1-1-3 Asakusa
- 111-0032, Taito, Tokyo, Japan

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Asakusa 2-Hour History Exploration Tour

2h
English

Tour begins Sumida River
Where Asakusa’s history unfolds. Crossing the Azumabashi bridge, we’ll see the Tokyo Sky Tree and Asahi Breweries' iconic golden flame.

Next stop is the Asakusa Culture and Tourist Information Centre
An architectural marvel with an observation deck offering views of landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise Shopping Street, Hozomon Gate, and Senso-ji Temple.

Kaminarimon (Thunder) Gate
Known for its giant red lantern.

Leads us to Nakamise Shopping Street
A lively shopping street filled with souvenirs and traditional snacks.

Hozomon (Treasure) Gate
Houses treasures of Senso-ji Temple, which we’ll explore, including the historic Five-storied Pagoda.

Senso-ji Temple
Before entering the temple's main hall, we’ll engage in rituals like drawing omikuji and purifying ourselves at the fountain.

Lastly, we’ll visit Asakusa Shrine
Highlighting the unique coexistence of Buddhism and Shintoism in Japanese culture.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 9:30 am

Price details

NZ$134.79 x 1 AdultNZ$134.79

Total

What's included, what's not

English-speaking guided tour of Asakusa
Groups of 3 or more: Earphone guide system to deliver the guide’s voice clearly even from a distance
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks

Know before you book

The product is a pre-booking. It may be cancelled by the due to reaching maximum capacity or system malfunctions at the facility. In case of cancellation, we will contact you separately from the email address experiences-travel-guest-jp@faq.rakuten.co.jp

What you can expect

Overview
This two-hour tour gives you a historical overview of Asakusa and Tokyo. Enjoy a tour chock-full of interesting stories about the development of Asakusa and Tokyo!

Description
If you would be interested in the folklore of two brother fishermen who happened to become founding fathers of Senso-ji Temple 1,400 years ago, this tour is for you!

Join a local guide for a fun history tour chock-full of interesting stories about the development of Asakusa and Tokyo.

Specifically, we will demystify intriguing historical facts, including:
1: Why the Sumida River is one of the origins of Senso-ji Temple
2: How Senso-ji Temple and the Asakusa area developed hand in hand
3: How Asakusa has become a forerunner of Japan's modernization
4: How the culture that flourished in the area impacted the world

Other important features of the tour are:
1: Use of headsets to hear the guide clearly even from a distance; included for groups of 3 or more
2: Small-group tours, each group limited to 8 participants

Location

Activity location

Kaminarimon
- 2-3-1 Asakusa
- 111-0032, Taito, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Asakusa Station Exit 4, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
- 1-1-3 Asakusa
- 111-0032, Taito, Tokyo, Japan