Tokyo: Asakusa & Sensoji ー Oldest Temple Walking Tour (2hrs)

Follow a local guide through the iconic Thunder Gate to Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest temple. Discover Asakusa’s famous street food and souvenir streets, enjoyed by locals for generations. Highlights: ・Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple ・A rare place where a Buddhist temple and Shinto shrine coexist ・Local street food with tasting ・Pro chef knife shop ・Samurai sword & ninja gear store

1. 1

   Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

   20 min

   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.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   20 min

   Enjoy shopping for Tokyo souvenirs and indulging in street food.

3. 3

   Senso-ji Temple

   20 min

   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.

4. 4

   Senso-ji Temple Yogodo

   5 min

   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. 5

   Stop 5

   5 min

   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.

6. 6

   Asakusa Nishisando

   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.

7. 7

   Hoppy Street

   10 min

   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.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   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.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   10 min

   Finish the tour at a local supermarket where you can browse everyday Japanese groceries and pick up some unique souvenirs.

10. 10

    Stop 10

    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.

• 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

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