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First, you are going to have a 90min walking tour, and your host, Ryo will start introducing you the icon of Asakusa, Kaminarimon Gate.
He will also tell you about the religions in Japan: Shinto and Buddhism. After you walk through Nakamise Shopping Street, he will accompany you to historical spots like Asakusa Shrine.
He would be happy to teach you different manners to pray at a Shinto shrine and a Buddhist temple while explaining the significance of the principal image of Senso-ji Temple. After arriving at the main hall of Senso-ji Temple, you will be able to have 60min free time to take a look at the temple area by yourself or buy souvenirs.
The second part of the experience: Standup Comedy Night starts with a casual 30min-meetup time to hang out with other guests. Then, you will enjoy a 45min comedy show and learn more about Japanese cultures through Ryo's funny insights.
The show is mostly made of clean jokes so that all family members can have a good time together!:)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please go to Azumabashi-Bridge(Red Bridge at Sumida River), which is 1 or 2 min walk from Asakusa station Exit 4(Tokyo Metro Ginza Line). Then, you will find the water bus station, "Tokyo Cruise", so let's meet up in front of the entrance. You'll be able to find a guide in Japanese kimono style:)
After having a 2-hour walking tour in Asakusa, a standup comedy show is held at the venue currently called "Asakusa Smile Bar and Cafe" which is about 5-6min walk from the main hall of Senso-ji Temple:)
Itinerary
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1
We will see the view from the 8th floor of Cultural Tourist Information Center of Asakusa:)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We will enter the center of Asakusa area from the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, which is the icon of Asakusa.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
After walking into the central area of Asakusa, we will take a look at one of the lovely temples in Asakusa, Bentendo, which has the deity of art and prosperity.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Next to Bentendo Temple, there's the Bell of Time, which was regularly rung by the monk of Senso-ji Temple to let people know the time during Edo Period(from the 16th to the 18th century).
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Two Buddhist statues near Sensoji Temple
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
On the right of the main hall of Sensoji Temple, there is one of the National Cultural Properties in Japan, Nitenmon Gate. This gate was use as the Shogun's gate, which means only the general was allowed to pass during Edo Period.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After taking a look at Nitenmon Gate, we will see Asakusa Shrine that has 3 deities who are closely related to the origin of Sensoji Temple. There's also a garage for three big portable shrines that are carried by local people at Sanja Festival in May.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Yogodo Temple
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Awashimado
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
In front of the temple, there's another gate called Hozomon Gate that has a pair of guardian statues.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This is the destination of the walking tour, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo with 1,400 years of history. I would love to tell you how this temple and its Buddhist deity, Kannon Bodhisattva, has been supported and loved by a variety of people since the past.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After arriving at the main hall of Senso-ji Temple, you will be able to have 30min free time to take a look at the temple area by yourself or buy souvenirs in the shopping streets.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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After a 2-hour walking tour in Asakusa, we will have a standup comedy show at the bar called, "Asakusa Smile Bar & Cafe".
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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