Asakusa Tour: Temples, Shrines, and Culture

Explore Asakusa with a comedian guide! Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and Japanese culture in a fun, informative walking tour.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center - Enjoy the view from the 8th floor of the Cultural Tourist Information Center in Asakusa.
  • Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon) - Enter the heart of Asakusa through the main gate of Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, a symbol of Asakusa.
  • Senso-ji Temple Bentendo - Explore the central area of…
What's Included
  • Omotenashi Spirit
  • 5min Standup Comedy Show
Additional Information

In addition to showcasing landmarks such as Kaminarimon Gate and Tokyo Skytree, Ryo will guide you to numerous charming temples and shrines in the vicinity.
Asakusa is unique for having both a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine side by side. This offers an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the religious beliefs held by Japanese people.
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Location
Tokyo Cruise Asakusa Pier
Let's meet in front of "Tokyo Cruise"(water bus station), which is 1 or 2 min walk from Asakusa station(Tokyo Metro Ginza Line). You'll be able to find a guide in Japanese kimono style:)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alyssah_p
Aug 14, 2025
Fun experience! Ryo was... - Fun experience! Ryo was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Would recommend going in the early morning to beat the crowds and heat.
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Muttyg2023
Jul 3, 2025
A Memorable Asakusa Experience - I had a fantastic walking tour of Asakusa with Ryo—he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience truly special. He shared great insights and made the tour both fun and meaningful. Highly recommend!
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Stephen_h
Jul 1, 2025
Awesome walking tour with Ryo. - Awesome walking tour. Ryo was amazing. His knowledge of the temple and his experience made it a great day.
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Sam_r
Apr 27, 2025
High recommend taking... - High recommend taking this tour if you're in the area and want to learn more about the local culture. Ryo is a very knowledgeable and engaging guide.
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-ram1rez-707
Apr 26, 2025
We liked him so much, we asked if he could accompany our family everywhere on our two week vacation to Japan. - We had an amazing experience touring Asakusa with Ryo! Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable about the area and its history, but he's also a talented comedian who kept us laughing the whole time. Ryo was very patient, answered all of our questions thoroughly, and even took time to snap photos with us. His friendly and engaging personality made the tour feel personal and memorable. We highly recommend booking a tour with Ryo—he truly made our visit to Asakusa special!
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Sharma2025
Apr 11, 2025
Friendly and funny cultural tour - Ryo was kind considerate, friendly and funny and we had a fantastic walking tour at our own pace, with lots of information and chat – it was an overall fantastic experience.
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Virginia_f
Apr 8, 2025
Rayo in Japan - Tho knee his history my young boys (16 yrs old ) loved him and asked tons of questions. Roy had a good sense of humor and was very patient with our questions and walking.
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Pat
Mar 24, 2025
Cherry blossoms and an intro to religion in Japan - This was a very first tour we went on in Japan, and we had severe jet lag from arriving the day before. Our guide,Ryo, was personable and considerate. He knows a lot about culture and religion, and helped us understand Japan a lot better. He also helped us navigate the crowds around Sensoji in Asakusa, and he did a great job of explaining the history of the temple and its meanings. The two hours we spent with him flew by as we walked around the area and got an introduction to cherry blossoms, renting, kimonos, and the meaning of Buddhism and Shinto.
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Joao-flavio
Feb 18, 2025
Great morning - I had a great morning with Ryo in old neighborhood of Asakusa including the Senso-ji temple and Asakusa shrine. He explained some important details that I’d missed by myself.
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Zoe_j
Feb 3, 2025
Would book again!!! - This tour was wonderful. Ryo is phenomenal and provided us with a well-rounded and insightful tour. He is very knowledgeable (and hilarious) which made this extra enjoyable. We learned about the history, culture and sites. Would book again. Thank you Ryo!
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up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).