Tokyo: Asakusa History Walking & Local Food Culture

5.0
(86 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the heart of Tokyo’s past with a local guide. Visit Senso-ji — Tokyo’s oldest temple, founded in 628 — and stroll through streets where locals have enjoyed traditional treats for generations.

Highlights:
・Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple
・Recommend local street food
・Pro chef knife shop
・Samurai sword & ninja gear store

What's Included

Local Guide
Meals are not included in the tour price. If you find street food that interests you, you can purchase it along the way as we continue the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

There will be a guide holding a sign that says "Contents Like".

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    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
  • 2

    Enjoy shopping for Tokyo souvenirs and indulging in street food.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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
  • 4

    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
  • (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
  • 6

    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
  • (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
Supplied by Local Guide Stars

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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

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

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