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Explore Tokyo's oldest temple on a private walking tour of Asakusa, led by a local guide dedicated to your group. Pass through the iconic Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) and lively Nakamise shopping street to reach Senso-ji, and discover a rare spot where a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine sit side by side.
Because the tour is private, the pace and focus are yours. Spend more time at the temple, wander through backstreet food stalls, or browse knife and samurai gear shops. Your guide adapts the route to your interests, whether traveling with children, low on energy after a long flight, or searching for the best street food.
Highlights include Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, explored at your own pace, a rare place where a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine coexist, local street food with tasting recommendations from your guide, a professional chef knife shop, and a samurai sword and ninja gear store.
Enjoy the full attention of a private guide focused on your group during the tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet in front of the Kaminarimon Police Box at Asakusa Station. There will be a guide holding a sign that says [Local Guide Stars].
Itinerary
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1Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)
The tour begins at Kaminarimon, the outer gate of Sensoji Temple. Here, your guide will explain the gate’s real name, its history, and the meaning behind its famous features. This is where you’ll hear some surprising facts before entering the temple grounds.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Shin Nakamise Shopping Street
Enjoy shopping for Tokyo souvenirs and indulging in street food.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Senso-ji Temple
You can draw a fortune, purify your hands with water, enjoy the incense smoke, and offer a traditional prayer. This temple is known as Tokyo’s oldest and most sacred place of Buddhist worship.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Senso-ji Temple Yogodo
This area features a goshuin (temple seal) desk, a pond with koi fish, and rows of Jizo statues with a well-known story. It’s also known as a popular photo spot.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Stop by a local sweets shop specializing in rich matcha flavors. You can try unique desserts like matcha soft serve, matcha truffles, and other seasonal treats.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Asakusa Nishisando (Pass by)
Walk through a local shopping street lined with snack stands, souvenir shops, and traditional storefronts. You’ll find famous melon bread, street food, and small hidden gems along the way.
Admission ticket free -
6Hoppy Street
Observe locals enjoying daytime drinks. Explore shops that evoke the Edo period, such as sword stores and kimono shops, many of which still thrive in Asakusa today.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Demboin Temple Garden (Pass by)
Explore a lively street styled after old Edo, with playful storefronts and retro vibes. Look out for unique vending machines, and enjoy street foods like menchi-katsu (fried minced meat cutlets) and skewers.
Admission ticket free -
7
Finish the tour at a local supermarket where you can browse everyday Japanese groceries and pick up some unique souvenirs.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
If you’re interested, we can also introduce a local knife shop where you may get to see traditional sharpening in action. Japanese knives are world-renowned for their precision and craftsmanship, making them a favorite among chefs.
Admission ticket free
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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