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

¥3,600 JPY

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

Full Description

Explore Asakusa with a Local Guide— one of Tokyo’s oldest neighborhoods, full of charm, history, and great food.
Visit Senso-ji, the city’s oldest temple, loved for over 1400 years and once protected by samurai.
Right next door is Asakusa Shrine, where Buddhism and Shinto come together in a uniquely Japanese way.
Stroll through lively streets, snack like a local (sweet or savory!), and soak up the traditional atmosphere.
We’ll also visit a pro-level knife shop, a fun samurai & ninja goods store, and a chopstick shop perfect for souvenirs.
It’s a fun mix of culture, flavors, and local finds—perfect for curious travelers and first-time visitors alike!

Please note: This tour is conducted in English only. Japanese language support is not available.

Inclusions

English guide
Explore with a local guide

1. Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate)
Meet in front of the iconic red lantern and hear the fascinating history of Senso-ji and Asakusa’s samurai past.

2. Nakamise Street
Walk through one of Japan’s oldest shopping streets. As a local guide, I’ll introduce hidden snack spots, popular local souvenirs, and a highly recommended professional knife shop.

3. Senso-ji Main Hall
Learn how to properly pray at Tokyo’s oldest temple and discover why it has been loved for over 1,400 years.

4. Asakusa Shrine
Step next door to see how Buddhism and Shinto peacefully coexist in Japan.

5. Jizo Area (Buddhist Guardian Statues)
Visit a quiet area dedicated to Jizo statues, where locals pray and remember their ancestors.

6. Retro Shopping Streets & Matcha Café Stop
Explore an old-style shopping street and take a short break at a matcha café to experience a modern twist on tradition.

7. Hoppy Street
End the tour at the famous Hoppy Street, lined with post-WWII izakayas. Since many open from lunchtime, it’s the perfect place to continue your Asakusa adventure after the tour — I’ll happily recommend my favorite spots!

Location

Asakusa Kaminarimon Police Box 1-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo