Tokyo History Tour: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District

Embark on a private tour of Tokyo’s Sensoji Temple and Asakusa District and delve into the city’s rich history. Discover hidden insights and landmarks that connect the past to the present.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon) - Step through colorful gate and admire the traditional lanterns and statues and stroll along a street where locals have been shopping since the 18th century and check out the many souvenirs, street food, and sweet treats
What's Included
  • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
  • Offering at Sensoji temple
  • Private Guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food and beverages not listed as inclusions
Additional Information

The past is what shaped the present city. Reminisce Tokyo’s history on this private tour in Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District. Experience a narrative expedition that will entertain whilst offering profound knowledge unseen in a history manual.
Deep dive into the topic with significant highlights like Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise Street, and Sensoji…

Location
2-chōme-16-11 Kaminarimon
In front of the supermarket OZEKI, across the street from Kaminarimon Gate entrance 〒111-0034 Tokyo, Taito City, Kaminarimon, 2 Chome−16−11, The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon, 1階 by HULIC
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Christa_s
May 12, 2025
Amazing place! - What an amazing place! Our guide, Gulay, was excellent…teaching us not only about the history, but also about the culture and customs…plus she showed us a few delicious local snacks which we loved.
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Phillip_f
May 1, 2025
Asakusa Visit - Travel with William went well. Got to visit the Buddhist temple. Saw a wedding ceremony and a samurai ceremony. Together. Asakusa shopping is amazing. You can buy all kinds of things and there are tons of places to eat. This is a great way to get to know the Japanese people.
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Tyler_p
Apr 15, 2025
This was a very enjoyable... - This was a very enjoyable and thorough tour with a lot of great food. Our tour guide was very accommodating and flexible.
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Onair570997
Apr 12, 2025
Wonderful tour - My family had a great time with Sheilina. She was extremely knowledgeable and knew what my kids would like and understand! She showed us the best shops and restaurants, explained the history of the area and was lovely to spend time with. The Asakusa tour included everything we hoped to see. I highly recommend this tour with Sheilina!
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130jeanr
Nov 16, 2024
Tokyo tour with exceptional guide! - We have travelled extensively, but found Seden to be exceptional as a guide. She was knowledgeable, gave us glimpses of Tokyo life off the beaten path , flexible, fluent in Japanese, helpful in making further plans, kept in touch afterwards to make sure our other arrangements were going to work. She has a delightful sense of humour, was personable and kind. Can’t say enough good about her.
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Elaine_t
Oct 29, 2024
Fabulous Guide - Sheilina was a great guide on my trip to Asakusa. She was friendly, knowledgeable and showed me some great spots. I defiantly recommend her as a tour guide. Thank you
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Sigrid_k
Oct 28, 2024
Great tour - great guide - Highly recommend this tour. Our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. She took us through to all corners of the temple grounds talking us through the history of it all and was happy to answer all our questions. Even when one of our group asked a question she could not immediately answer, she went off to find the information for us. The walk through the streets of the Asakusa district was also very interesting. Unfortunately we had to cut the tour short due to one of our party being unwell and she even helped us getting taxis to take us back to our hotel. Good walking shoes required!
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Lmm0423
Oct 27, 2024
Great day - Gulay showed us all the sites and gave us a thorough history. We ended the day smarter than we started. Highly recommend.
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V7888ywheathers
Oct 10, 2024
Amazing Time in Asakusa - We had an incredible time with Sheilina, our tour guide. It was our first day in Tokyo and she quickly acclimated us to the culture and history. We highly recommend Sheilina to anyone looking for a memorable tour of Tokyo and beyond. Thank you!
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Gracekj8555wl
Oct 2, 2024
Sheilina was great. - Sheilina was kind and informative. She was a great guide and understood that we love the not-so-touristy kinds of experiences. She also recommended a great place for lunch after the tour. We loved chatting with her and spending the morning together.
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From $36
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).