SENSO-JI AND SURROUNDINGS
301 reviews
Tokyo
Starting from
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
Morning
Most popular
Instagrammable
Classic 3.0
Duration of experience
~ 8000 steps
English, Italian
Enjoy the journey through Tokyo's historic heart with our Senso-ji and Surroundings. This experience invites you to delve into the cultural richness and traditions of Asakusa.
Begin your exploration at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple and a symbol of resilience and renewal. Witness the grandeur of the Kaminarimon Gate, adorned with a massive lantern, and immerse yourself in the temple's serene ambiance.
Stroll along Nakamise-dori, a bustling street lined with traditional shops offering local snacks and crafts. Explore the vibrant and lively atmosphere of Asakusa, where history and contemporary life coexist harmoniously. Not far from Senso-ji an amazing street unfolds: Kappabashi is lined with stores selling everything related to restaurants, from knives and ceramics to food samples and uniforms.
We will share the legends and rituals associated with Senso-ji, providing insights into Japanese spirituality and cultural heritage. Whether you seek history, tradition, or a taste of local life, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through Tokyo's iconic district.
WHAT’S IN
- Italian and English speaking Travel Story Teller
**Rain, shine, or a bit of both— our walking tours still go on!**
A really interesting guided tour!
Pamela was super prepared and kind in letting us visit the neighbourhood and the Senso-ji.
From who loved this tour
Beautiful experience, we immersed ourselves in this culture so different from ours and very fascinating!
Teresa was excellent and very knowledgeable! Thanks to her we discovered so many interesting things, she accompanied us to try typical products and also to visit characteristic shops. We discovered Japanese culture and the various customs, experiencing them firsthand! Truly excellent!
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Friendly and welcoming. Clear in the explanations.
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Pamela is very pleasant, prepared and kind. Top.
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Nice, with knowledge and very easy going. The visit was interesting specially because of him.
Pamela was excellent and very kind!
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Fantastic guide, fun and very knowledgeable.
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He was very professional and very funny at the same time, we are totally satisfied with our experience!
A very beautiful experience, rich in culture about the history of Japan, useful for those who want to visit this land and fully learn its meanings.
Daniele was kind, welcoming, exhaustive and very clear in his explanations. He made the experience engaging by presenting himself as a very easy-going guy and open to any questions. Recommended experience.
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A very pleasant tour around a neighborhood packed full of history and folklore. We also got to see some places we wouldn't otherwise have noticed on our own.
Our guide Adrian was very thorough in his explanations, knowledgeable about the history of the place and with many fun anecdotes of the neighborhood! He also gave us tips and recommendations about where to eat, visit and shop during our stay. Overall a very positive experience. Grazie ancora per il tour 😁
Interesting visit, saw the points of interest of the neighborhood at the right pace.
Graziella was very professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic. She was able to guide a group of 10 people effortlessly and answered all of our questions. Excellent 👏
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Very passionate and helpful, he shared knowledge and suggestions for both the tour and for our stay. Highly recommended!
Very touristy area but with some hidden gems discovered while looking around the neighborhood.
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Beautiful experience!!! We were lucky to have a guide all to ourselves, (Adrian) a very cheerful and lively guy who told us all about Japan, Tokyo and also recommended glimpses of the city that we otherwise would not have known! To do again!!!
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A really nice discovery.
really fun and very knowledgeable guide!
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she was very kind, courteous and competent.
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The walk was very enjoyable overall. We visited many beautiful and interesting places, and the pace was just right, not tiring at all and lasting the perfect amount of time. It was a really pleasant experience.
Adrian was an excellent guide. He explained everything we saw during our walk very clearly, adding historical and cultural insights as well as interesting curiosities about Japan. He also shared useful tips for our trip. He was not only very knowledgeable but also kind and friendly. Overall, it was a truly great experience.
Our guide Adrian was nice, kind and professional.
our guide Adrian was nice, kind and professional.
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Anna Rita is very kind! Thank you for this morning together! Until the next experience!
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The tour is well structured and leaves the right amount of time to visit the temples and take a walk through the characteristic streets and shops.
Our guide Adrian provided us with a lot of information and interesting facts about the places we visited and suggestions for local spots and shops in the area where we could have lunch or simply buy some souvenirs.
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very kind and helpful.
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A tour where you appreciate many aspects of Japan. Religion, culture, and food.
Annarita was patient, kind and professional.
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Adrian was very kind and helpful. He explained everything thoroughly, while also making room for our curiosities, and also gave us several tips about Tokyo and Japan.
It was raining that day, but Marianna managed to give us the tour without any problem! She is very good and friendly, and always has an ace up her sleeve to surprise you! Thanks Marianna!
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Fabulous tour of the Asakusa district, discovering the local traditions and culinary and religious customs.
Adrian was really great, able to passionately describe every single corner of neighborhood life.
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A unique experience that will remain a beautiful memory!
Pamela is special, she made us experience beautiful moments between the stories of Japanese history and culture, thanks also to her extreme friendliness and professionalism.
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Super positive experience. Teresa is a very empathetic girl and was very helpful in answering all our questions. We had a very interesting tour of the Asakusa district, delving into details about Buddhism and Shintoism, and even visited the artisan quarter. Highly recommended.
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A very pleasant experience walking around a beautiful neighborhood packed full of history and visiting corners we otherwise would have missed on our own.
Our guide Adrian was very thorough in his explanations of the history and folklore of the places we visited! He also showed us around the neighborhood, giving us tips and recommendations for restaurants and spot to visit/shop during our stay! Grazie mille per il tour 😁
