The Perfect Start: Asakusa Sightseeing & Travel Tips with Coffee

4.8
(26 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 2 more

This tour is designed to immerse you in the unique atmosphere of this celebrated and cultural town with a relaxed exploration of its most iconic sites.

Kick off your Asakusa adventure with a relaxing start at Sukemasa Coffee, a stylish local café. Before hitting the streets, we will spend 45 minutes getting to know each other over quality drinks while your guide provides a practical "crash course" on Japanese culture—covering essential tips on train etiquette, trash disposal, and local manners to help you navigate your stay with confidence.

Once refreshed, we dive into the history of the area, visiting Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest and most iconic Buddhist temple, followed immediately by the peaceful Asakusa Shrine to experience the quiet contrast of the Shinto faith. The tour concludes with a stroll through the lively, covered arcade of Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street, allowing you to experience the vibrant mix of traditional souvenirs and daily local life rain or shine.

What's Included

Personalized travel advice and itinerary suggestions
Essential Information to Know on Your First Day in Japan (Customized to Your Level)
Cultural tips on train use, chopsticks, shrine etiquette, and more
English local guide
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will meet up at Asakusa station. There are 3 Asakusa stations in this area. Note that the meeting point is the one for Tsukuba Express(TX) at 3-111, Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    ツアーの途中で、街の喫茶店でコーヒーブレイクを挟みます。日本で滞在する上で気をつけるべきマナーや知っておくと良いことを解説していきます。

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Senso-ji Temple

    浅草観光のシンボルである浅草寺では、日本の伝統的な参拝文化を感じながら、伝統的な建築を見学します。 浅草寺には、巨大な提灯で有名な「雷門」や賑やかな「仲見世通り」を抜けた先に本堂があり、慈悲深い観音様が祀られています。本堂の手前にある「常香炉」の煙を体に浴びて無病息災を願ったり、運試しにおみくじを引いたりしましょう。

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Asakusa Shrine

    浅草神社は、浅草寺本堂のすぐ東側に鎮座し、浅草寺の創建に貢献した三人の人物を祀っている神社です。 賑やかな浅草寺とは対照的に静かで厳かな空気が流れており、お寺と神社が隣接する日本独特の風景を味わうことができます。

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Shin Nakamise Shopping Street

    浅草の新仲見世通りでは、浅草最大規模を誇るアーケード商店街で、出店のショッピングを楽しみます。 通りには老舗の和菓子店や寿司屋、洋食店などのグルメスポットに加え、着物、和雑貨、さらには浅草名物の靴や帽子などのファッション店までが所狭しと並んでいます。観光客向けの土産物店と地元向けの店舗が混在しており、昭和レトロな雰囲気の中で食事や買い物をゆっくりと楽しめる賑やかなエリアです。

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants only pay the admission fee. Parents can order their meals and drinks.
  • For communications on the day, please download WhatsApp as we will use it for contact.
Supplied by Fuji Tour

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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