Tokyo: Asakusa Photogenic Night Walk with 1 drink
Description
Discover a hidden side of Asakusa that most people don't know! Our guide, a night-time Asakusa specialist, will take you on a relaxing walking tour away from the daytime crowds, immersing you in the magical atmosphere. Asakusa at night is a perfect spot for photography. The tour begins with a stroll through the Asakusa underground shopping arcade. This area is difficult to access without a guide, but it retains the atmosphere of old Asakusa and offers opportunities to interact with locals. You can enjoy “Denki Brandy,” a unique blended whiskey born in Asakusa during the Meiji era. Even if you don't drink alcohol, don't worry—we also have non-alcoholic options available! ※On Wednesdays and store holidays, the drink menu may be subject to change. Then, visit the beautifully illuminated Sensoji Temple, learning about its history and significance as you wander through the tranquil grounds. ※The main hall closes at 6pm, so you may not be able to enter.
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Oldest surviving underground shopping street in Japan. It is about 50 meters long and is known for its strong Showa-era retro atmosphere.
Kaminarimon, also known as the "Thunder Gate," is the iconic entrance gate to Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo. It features statues of the gods of wind and thunder, Fujin and Raijin, on either side. The gate is famous for its large red lantern hanging in the center, making it a popular photo spot for visitors.
This bustling shopping street leads to Sensoji Temple and is lined with shops selling traditional Japanese snacks, souvenirs, and crafts.
One of the oldest and most famous temples in Tokyo, dedicated to the goddess of mercy, Kannon. The temple's main gate, Kaminarimon, is a popular photo spot. ※The main hall closes at 6pm, so you may not be able to enter.
Hanayashiki Street is a lively street located near Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo. It is named after Hanayashiki, Japan's oldest amusement park, which is located nearby. The street is lined with shops, restaurants, and cafes, offering a variety of traditional Japanese snacks, souvenirs, and local delicacies. It's a great place to experience the nostalgic charm of old Tokyo while enjoying some shopping and dining.
Hoppy Street in Asakusa is a vibrant street known for its numerous izakayas (Japanese pubs) that serve a local drink called "Hoppy." This street is a popular spot for both locals and tourists to enjoy traditional Japanese food, such as yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and oden (a hot pot dish), along with refreshing beverages. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes it a great place to experience Japanese nightlife and local cuisine.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(21)
My guide Akiko was very sweet. I learned a lot from her during the tour. The photo spots were great & less crowded in the evening. The temple was so pretty bathed in light at night. I would love to take any tour with Akiko again!
We profoundly appreciate your enthusiastic feedback on your recent tour. It is incredibly rewarding to learn that this was such an excellent experience, truly an indispensable activity! We are especially pleased that our guide, Akiko, was very amiable, and that you gained significant insights throughout the journey. The excellent opportunities for capturing memories in the more serene atmosphere of the evening, with the temple beautifully illuminated, clearly created a lasting impression. Your desire to join Akiko on another tour truly resonates with us. Your outstanding comments will certainly be shared with Akiko; she will be absolutely thrilled to know the profound impact she had on your cherished day. We are deeply appreciative of you taking the time to share your perceptions. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back for another memorable adventure on your next visit to Japan.
This tour was great . Our guide Akiko was amazing! She is so kind, funny and informative. We really lucked out having her! The variety of street food she showed us at the nakimese- dore was so fun and yummy. We learned so much about the Edo period and senso ji temple. The photo spots were great. It was nice seeing the temple and night in the lights and when less crowded. I highly recommend this tour & this guide !!!!!
We profoundly appreciate your exceptionally enthusiastic feedback on your recent tour. It is incredibly rewarding to learn that this tour was excellent, and that our guide, Akiko, was amazing! Her remarkable kindness, engaging humor, and insightful knowledge clearly made a profound impact, and you were truly fortunate to have her. The diverse array of street food she introduced at Nakamise-dori was evidently both enjoyable and delicious. Gaining significant insights into the Edo period and Senso-ji Temple truly enriched your understanding. The photographic opportunities were superb, and experiencing the temple at night, illuminated and less crowded, was particularly delightful. Your fervent recommendation for both this tour and Akiko truly resonates with us! Your outstanding comments will certainly be shared with Akiko; she will be absolutely thrilled to know the profound impact she had on your cherished day. We are deeply appreciative of you taking the time to share your perceptions. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back for another memorable adventure on your next visit to Japan.
Yoshiko did a wonderful job showing me around and explaining the history of Akasuka! I had a great time seeing not only the shrine and temple, but some "local" hotspots as well! Thank you for giving me a deeper understanding of the area and its history :-)
It was genuinely pleasing to discover your positive reflections on your Asakusa tour. We are particularly delighted that Yoshiko's talent for guiding you through the area, illuminating its historical tapestry, made such a profound impression. It is truly rewarding to learn that you not only explored the revered shrine and temple but also discovered some authentic local spots, enriching your perception of the district and its past. Your splendid feedback will undoubtedly be shared with Yoshiko, serving as a tremendous source of encouragement for her. We sincerely appreciate you dedicating your time to recount this delightful experience. We very much look forward to welcoming you back to Japan on a future occasion.
Night tour in Asakusa was excellent. Yoshiko san took us 8th floor of Asakusa building, nostalgic underground food court, shopping arcade with beautiful closed shutters, temple and shrine. They all made me surprised in terms of different culture.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear it was great tour experience for you ！ We hope you or your friends can return soon again for another adventure with us! Thank you again.
Our guide was named Hiro. he was a very nice and funny guy and taught us so many things!! he showed us around the city, and showed us many things that we wouldn’t have noticed if we didn’t have a guide like him! he explained everything very well and clearly. his tour is great for kids and didn’t ever get boring!! i would definitely recommend Hiro as your guide if you are interested in learning more about Japan!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear it was great tour experience for you！ We're also happy to hear Hiro was a very nice and funny guy and taught you so many things!! . We hope you or your friends can return soon again for another adventure with us! Thank you again.
Keiko San is a very enthusiastic guide. She is very knowledgeable about Asakusa. She even told us interesting stories (about Skytree construction, Asahi building trivia, facts about Sensoji temple, among others). It's a great tour to take during the summer as temperatures tend to go down after sunset, and also if you want to know more about Asakusa.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear it was great tour experience for you by Keiko！ We hope you or your friends can return soon again for another adventure with us! Thank you again.
Keiko-san is a very nice, kind, enthusiastic and positive guide. We explored the area and I discovered buildings, restaurants, etc. I had not seen nor known about before. She told us about historical facts and gave us insight into the history of some old places. We received guidance about restaurants that are worth trying. She was really patient with our multiple stops along the way to look around and take pictures. The group was small which made the experience also enjoyable.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear it was great Asakusa night walking tour experience for you！ We are happy to hear that Keiko was patient and the group made your experience enjoyable! We hope you or your friends can return soon again for another adventure with us! Thank you again.
We had a wonderful tour with Mac, who explained so much about the Senso-ji Temple to us, including the difference between a temple and a shrine, that you place your hands together at a temple, you do not do the double clap as you do at a shrine… Things like that! The temple was closed for the evening when we got there, we had the 6 PM tour. It would be good to put in the 6 PM tour literature that you will not be able to enter the temple, we would have liked to have done that, also the ritual washing basin was turned off for the evening, and we wanted to go through that process. On the flipside, it was wonderful because the temple grounds were very peaceful and contemplative, and we appreciated some quiet after a busy day, so six of one 1/2 dozen of the other, I guess! All in all we had a wonderful tour and Mac was a caring and informative guide
We appreciate you taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review! It's wonderful that you had a wonderful tour with Mac, who explained so much about the Senso-ji Temple. We will certainly pass on your appreciation to Mac. Thank you again for your review. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future!
Hiro is an excellent guide. He is very kind and knowledgeable and I enjoyed his company as I was on the tour alone. Asakusa is much better at night because it is less crowded and I got to see some cool things. I definitely recommend this tour, it’s an excellent way to enjoy am early evening!
We appreciate you taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! It's fantastic that Hiro is an excellent guide and that you found him very kind and knowledgeable. We're also glad you enjoyed Asakusa at night and that you recommend this tour. We will certainly pass on your appreciation to Hiro. Thank you again for your review. We hope you'll join us for another tour in the future!
It was really good yugo was very knowledgeable and welcoming to me and my family and showed us around i just wished the temple was still open to be able to look in side maybe recommend bring the time back 30 mins or so but nothing against yugo he was amazing
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear it was great tour experience for you ！ We are also very happy to know that you felt Yugo he was amazing! We hope you or your friends can return soon again for another adventure with us! Thank you again.
