Tokyo Asakusa & Old Town Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
Save
Culture & History
City Tour
Departure point
→
Destination
Kaminarimon Gate, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
0 booked
Tour description
Step into old Tokyo on this free walking tour of the historic Asakusa district. With a local guide you'll pass beneath the giant red lantern of Kaminarimon Gate, browse the traditional stalls of Nakamise shopping street, and reach the city's oldest and most famous temple, Senso-ji. Discover the neighbouring Asakusa Shrine, catch views of the soaring Tokyo Skytree across the Sumida River, and wander atmospheric backstreets full of craft shops and old-style eateries. Hear about samurai, geisha and the Edo era, and get insider tips on the best tempura, matcha and street snacks. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
View on map
In front of Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), Asakusa
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet beneath the giant red lantern of Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate).
Stop 2 – The traditional stalls of Nakamise shopping street.
Stop 3 – Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple.
Stop 4 – The neighbouring Asakusa Shrine and its festivals.
Stop 5 – The Sumida River with views of the soaring Tokyo Skytree.
Stop 6 – Atmospheric backstreets full of craft shops and old eateries.
Final stop – End with tips on the best tempura, matcha and Japanese street snacks.
Stop 2 – The traditional stalls of Nakamise shopping street.
Stop 3 – Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple.
Stop 4 – The neighbouring Asakusa Shrine and its festivals.
Stop 5 – The Sumida River with views of the soaring Tokyo Skytree.
Stop 6 – Atmospheric backstreets full of craft shops and old eateries.
Final stop – End with tips on the best tempura, matcha and Japanese street snacks.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
Reviews about Tour
0.0
0 reviews
5
0
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
Write your review
Overall rating
0/5
Tour Reviews
Reasonable itinerary
Included services (Food/Accommodation/Transport)
Safety
Transparency & Support
Likelihood to return
Rate Tour Guide
Professional Knowledge
Professionalism
Enthusiastic Support
Cheerful & Friendly
Likelihood of Rehiring Guide
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this tour!
