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Step beyond Tokyo’s famous landmarks and discover a quieter side of the city on this small-group evening walking tour through Asakusa and Yoshiwara. While Kaminarimon and Senso-ji attract crowds, this tour takes you into hidden backstreets and historic areas many visitors never see.
Led by a local guide, you’ll explore the former Yoshiwara district, once Edo-period Japan’s only licensed pleasure quarter. Though the original buildings no longer remain, the streets and atmosphere still preserve traces of the past. Through engaging storytelling, your guide will bring old Tokyo to life and explain how people once sought entertainment and escape during the Edo era.
Discover quiet alleys, hidden local spots, and overlooked history while learning about the culture of Yoshiwara and its lasting influence on Tokyo. This tour offers a deeper look into a rarely seen side of the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting in front of the The Sacred Ginkgo Tree of Sensō-ji 10 minutes before the tour starts. They will be holding a sign that says "YURAGI TOUR", so please gather at the meeting spot on time.
Itinerary
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1
Meet your guide and receive an introduction to the tour and the hidden history of Yoshiwara and old Edo nightlife culture.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Discover the history of the former Sanyabori canal and learn how Yoshiwara was structured during the Edo period.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Hear the story behind the famous “Looking Back Willow,” where visitors to Yoshiwara were said to turn around for one last glance before entering the district.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Visit the former entrance gate of Yoshiwara and explore the history of Edo’s licensed pleasure quarters and entertainment culture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Yoshiwara Shrine
Visit this historic shrine connected to Yoshiwara’s past while learning about courtesan culture, local traditions, and the lives of townspeople during the Edo era.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Conclude the tour with final historical insights, a Q&A session, and recommendations for exploring Asakusa afterward.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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