Tokyo : Hand-Roll Sushi Class, Skytree view & Asakusa Tour
Description
Embark on an all-encompassing private tour of Asakusa, blending history, modern marvels, and deep culinary culture. Your journey begins at the iconic Kaminarimon Gate. Stroll down the historic Nakamise Street and immerse yourself in the sacred atmosphere of Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, where your guide will introduce you to traditional rituals. Next, transition from the past to the future as you head to the Tokyo Skytree. With an included fast pass, you'll smoothly ascend to the observation deck for breathtaking panoramic views of the city. The adventure continues with a unique exploration of Kappabashi, a paradise for culinary lovers, filled with professional knives, tableware, and realistic food replicas. Finally, the tour culminates in a fun, hands-on sushi-making workshop. Learn to create your own delicious hand-rolled sushi and enjoy it on the spot. This tour includes your guide, all admission fees, and photos from your unforgettable day.
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Then, head to Tokyo Skytree, either by train or taxi. As you approach, the towering structure becomes more and more impressive. Once there, use your fast pass to smoothly enter the observation deck, 350 meters above ground. Enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo, and on clear days, you might even see Mount Fuji and Tokyo Bay. For a thrill, step onto the glass floor. If you wish, you can also visit the higher observation deck at 450 meters. After enjoying the views, return to Asakusa. If time allows, your guide can take you to Azumabashi Bridge, a great spot for photos with the Skytree in the background.
Continue to the main hall of Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, founded in 645 AD. Admire the historic buildings, including the five-story pagoda and the Hozomon Gate, which make for stunning photos. If you wish, your guide can help you experience traditional rituals like incense burning, drawing omikuji (fortune-telling paper strips), and purification at the temizuya (water pavilion). Learn about the legend of the Kannon statue, a story not widely known even among Japanese people.
Next, stroll down Nakamise Street, a 250-meter path lined with souvenir shops and snack stalls that have been around since the Edo period. Your guide will help you choose souvenirs and explain the local food culture.
Explore Kappabashi Kitchen Town, a unique shopping street that supports Japan's food industry and is frequented by professional chefs. The street is lined with specialized shops selling everything related to food: professional knives and cookware, beautiful Japanese tableware, confectionery tools, restaurant signage, and incredibly realistic, detailed plastic food replicas. It's a fascinating place just to browse. Discover unique shops and get a glimpse into the depth of Japanese food culture and craftsmanship. Your guide will point out interesting stores and recommend unique souvenirs.
Finally, end your tour with a sushi-making workshop at Hand Roll Tokyo Asakusa. Choose your favorite ingredients, such as salmon and avocado or tuna and cucumber, and use a special sushi rolling machine to make your own sushi. Cut it beautifully with a knife and enjoy your creation in the eat-in space. This simple and fun experience takes about 30 minutes and is included in the tour price.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
Hiro gave us a great tour around the area and also helped translate when we were shopping and eating around. Also helped us greatly when navigating the Skytree area. Thank you!
Thank you very much for your review! Hiro is a true hero on our team!
Fun and delicious. The had a good amount of options to choose from and made for some great pictures too:)
"Thank you for joining us! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fun and delicious experience. It’s great that you enjoyed the variety of options and were able to capture some great photos and memories of the tour. We hope to see you again!"
We had such a great time on this tour! The hand roll sushi making was so much fun — delicious and such a great way to experience Japanese sushi culture. Our guide was super friendly and made the whole day easy and enjoyable!
Wow, thank you so much for the amazing review! We're honored to know our tour was the best part of your Tokyo experience. We're thrilled you had so much fun with the hand roll sushi, and that our guide made your day easy and enjoyable. Thank you again for joining us and for your fantastic feedback!
I applied for this tour because I wanted to easily see the Sky Tree and Asakusa, but it was more satisfying than I expected. The guide kindly taught us things that only locals know.
Thank you very much for your 5-star review and for choosing our tour. We are delighted to hear that your experience was more satisfying than you expected. It is our goal to share insights that only locals would know, so we are thrilled that you appreciated this aspect of the tour. We hope to guide you again in the future.