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Known as downtown Tokyo, the Asakusa area is a popular tourist destination that attracts visitors from Japan and abroad. Its popularity lies in its strong sense of Japan's unique culture, history, and customs despite being in the city. This tour showcases Asakusa as the perfect stage for experiencing summer in Japan.
The tour begins at the Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center, offering a panoramic view of Asakusa and the places you'll visit. Don't miss the historic Sensoji temple with its huge lanterns and interesting features.
After enjoying the shopping district, cool off with locally famous shaved ice, piled high to help beat the summer heat. The tour ends with a visit to Japan's tallest tower, the Tokyo Sky Tree, where you can see the city at dusk from the sky.
Let's embark on a summer trip to Asakusa, a place you can truly enjoy only in the hot season!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center
Tokyo Metro Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station
Itinerary
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Sensoji Temple: It is the oldest temple in Tokyo with a large red lantern that has become the symbol of Asakusa. The beautiful vermilion scenery is a sight to behold, and it has become such a famous tourist spot that no one who comes to Tokyo would miss visiting here. The Nakamise street leading to the main shrine is crowded at any time of the year with many unique Japanese souvenirs for sale.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Asakusa Area: The area around Sensoji Temple is filled with many stores that are rooted in the community, and the entire town is full of vitality, offering many other attractive spots in addition to Sensoji Temple. Take a stroll around Sensoji Temple and experience the Japanese traditions and downtown atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Asakusa Sweets Restaurant Saika: The sweet taste of summer in Japan is this! Shaved ice. The culture of eating ice during the hot summer months is found in many parts of the world, but in Japan, the style of eating a pile of ice with sweet syrup is especially well established. Flavors vary, such as green tea and condensed milk, so find the one you like best!
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Tokyo Solamachi: Tokyo Solamachi is a commercial complex adjacent to Tokyo Sky Tree. Based on the concept of "new downtown style," it consists of many elements such as a shopping mall, entertainment, dining, and cultural experiences. You are sure to find the perfect Tokyo souvenir for you!
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Tokyo Sky Tree: Tokyo Sky Tree is a 634-meter skyscraper that opened in 2012. It is the tallest tower in the world, and in addition to being used for television broadcasting and communications, it also has an observation deck and the Tokyo Solamachi shopping mall, attracting tourists from Japan and abroad as a place to enjoy beautiful panoramas and traditional Japanese culture.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
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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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