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ASAKUSA More Deeply!
Joined 2023
Want to know more about Asakusa? In Asakusa, the regular tour includes Kaminari Mon, Nakamise shopping street, the five-story pagoda, and the main hall. It takes about 1 hour. In this tour, we spend half a day in Asakusa for those who want to know Asakusa more deeply. I take the double time (2 hours) and show the places that tourists don't usually visit. The next 2 hours are up to you. I will arrange it as you like.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
In front of the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center ( 1 or 2 minutes' walk form Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station Exit 2. Please note that exit 2 and exit A2 is different!)
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
Let us meet in front of the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. If there is not a long queue, I show you the observation deck on the 8th floor.
Deep Asakusa sightseeing
Kaminarimon gate
Nakamise shopping street
5-stories pagoda
Houzoumon gate
Sensoji Temple Main Hall
Asakusa Shrine
Nitenmon gate
Yogo-do
Time bell
Amida Buddha
Jizo Bodhisattva
Nishi sando Street (the Pinwheel wall “Kazaguruma no Kabe”)
Anywhere at Asakusa
For the rest of the time, I arrange the tour upon your request.
For example,
-Eat something special in Asakusa such as Tempura
‐Eat local Izakaya foods such as stewed offal or grilled chicken with bamboo skewers at Hoppy Street
-Complete Asakusa sweets such as Ningyo Yaki (doll-shaped small pancake), sweet potato cake, caramelized strawberry, fruit
DAIFUKU(mochi, rice cake), Maccha soft cream, and more!
-Visit Matsuchiyama Shoten (Shrine famous for Japanese white radish as an offering) (15~20 minutes' walk)
-Visit Imado shrine famous for lucky cat (15~20 minutes' walk)
- Visit Edo Taito Craft Center
- Visit Kappa Bashi famous for kitchenware and food samples (10~15 minutes' walk)
- Try a kimono (if booking is available）
- Enjoy at the oldest amusement park in Japan
End of the tour
Ending Point
Anywhere in Asakusa
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding fee
Transportation fee to/from Asakusa and during the tour for guide
Transportation fee to/from Asakusa for your group
Transportation during the tour for your group (It usually doesn't cost. If needed.)
Admission fee for guide and your group (If needed.)
Meals, snacks, and drinks
Other incidental charge
Tour Important Information
・This tour requires a lot of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes.
・In some places, only Japanese cash is accepted, so please prepare Japanese cash.
・If you want to spend time for lunch or a Kimono experience, booking might be needed. When you cancel the tour with short notice, I might charge a cancellation charge.
・You can start the tour at any time, but please note that most shops usually open at 10:00 am and close at 17:00.
This tour is available on weekends, some Tuesdays and Japanese National holidays.
Important message from the supplier
I'm basically available on Tuesdays, Thursday, weekends and Japanese National Holidays.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Maki K.
Hello!
I'm Maki. Nice to meet you.
I used to work at a travel agency as a tour escort so I have traveled to more than 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan.
When I came back to Japan from abroad, I always noticed virtues and points to be admired in Japan anew.
I'm thrilled to introduce such kinds of stories and favorite spots to you.
I like bar hopping, cooking, history, and outdoor activities such as camping, cycling.
I have a licence of International Sake Sommlier and Wine Expert. I'm happy if I would have a chance to introduce you about sake and wine. Let's have fun together!
Reviews
Marie-helene G.
Tokyo Ginza Then and Now (Izakaya hopping tour in 3 hours)
“A truly authentic Tokyo evening!”
Great evening with Maki! We started at a local Izakaya, an experience that I could not have had without her being a solo mature woman traveller, as we were the only women in a sea of men. An incredible and unique experience combined with great food. After hearing about my curiosity about standing sushi restaurant, we went to one. And once again, a learning experience with excellent sushi among locals, no tourists. We proceeded to a beer hall that had an interesting history and reason for its creation. We ended the evening by strolling through the serene gardens atop Ginza 6. An evening that exceeded my expectations. I am grateful for the once-in-a-lifetime experience you provided. Thank you Maki!
Maki K.
Thank you for your review. Wd had a lot of fun at the adventurous izakaya in only men world, the sushi stand-up bar, and the beer hall! I learned a lot from hearing various stories from an expert of life. Thank you very much.
Leanne C.
Tokyo Ginza Then and Now (Izakaya hopping tour in 3 hours)
“Fantastic Ginza evening ”
We had a beautiful evening with Maki who took us on a culinary journey to a beautiful okonomiyaki restaurant and the to a small izakaya. This is an authentic Japanese experience, as a foreigner you cannot experience this on your own, and Maki explained many points of interest. We also had a lovely walk after dinner around Ginza and up to the top of Ginza 6 for the magnificent view of the city. I rated the tour 5 stars because Maki went out of her way to accommodate our interests and food preferences and was so kind and lovely to talk to. You will have a beautiful evening with Maki if you book a tour with her!
Maki K.
Thank you for your wonderful review. You had already booked various Japanese dishes, so I chose some unique food culture. I'm glad you liked them. I hope you continue to have a wonderful trip.
Petar D.
For Peter Sake and Foodie tour on Nov 9th.
Customized
“Lunch at Hantei ,dinner at a fancy place In Ginza”
Once again I had an amazing day , we visited 2 excellent restaurants, traditional place for dinner and sake pairing in exquisite place in Ginza. Also had a walk in the Eastern part of Tokyo and was able to see part of the life of locals here. Thank you for the great experience !
Maki K.
Thank you again. It has been a real honor to have been with you on so many wonderful experiences.
$162/ per person
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