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Tokyo Kimono Rental Experience in Asakusa

This experience provides the ultimate photo opportunity to remember your time in Japan. Visit the Senso-ji Temple and have a chance to dress up in an authentic kimono. Enjoy free time to explore one of Tokyo’s most historic areas at your own pace, with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. Ask the staff to help arrange a rickshaw ride or tea ceremony while wearing your kimono, if you'd like (additional cost).

Tokyo Kimono Rental Experience in Asakusa

1 dayFree Cancellation

Asakusa: TOKYO SKYTREE Exploration after History Tour

Uncover the Asakusa district in Tokyo, without worrying about logistics or navigation, and then go up Skytree to see the city from above. Follow your local guide to discover the history and culture of Asakusa, visiting landmarks such as Sumida Park, Kaminarimon, Hozomon, and Sensoji Temple. Then, you’ll take the train to Skytree, the tallest building in Tokyo, and go up two observation decks before having time for shopping below.

Asakusa: TOKYO SKYTREE Exploration after History Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

Price varies by group size

Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

Discover the history and traditions of Asakusa on a half-day tour of this older part of Tokyo. Get an in-depth experience as you ride through the district by rickshaw, then stroll along the main shopping street where you sample traditional Japanese snacks. Stop into the famous Sensoji temple, then head to Kappabashi Kitchen street. Finish the tour at a traditional restaurant where you learn to make okonomiyaki (savory pancake).

Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Tokyo: Asakusa, Senso-ji temple & Shrine Walking Tour

Discover the true spirit of Asakusa. While most visitors just wander the crowded streets, our guided walk takes you deeper into Tokyo's oldest neighborhood to uncover the authentic side of Japan. Highlights of Your Walk: - Master Temple Etiquette: Learn the respectful way to approach the incense burner, use the purification fountain, and make simple prayers at Senso-ji Temple. - Uncover Hidden Details: Stroll through lively streets and historic lanes to spot Edo-era secrets and architectural details that most tourists completely miss. - Curated Local Tips: Get insider recommendations from your guide for seasonal festivals, the best street snacks, and authentic souvenir streets loved by locals. Perfect For: First-time visitors and culture lovers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience in Tokyo.

Tokyo: Asakusa, Senso-ji temple & Shrine Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo History: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Private Tour

Tokyo History: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Private Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tsugaru shamisen performance over traditional dinner

Explore a different side of Tokyo–and combine three experiences in one tour–on this small-group experience including a history tour of Asakusa, a Shamisen music concert, and dinner in a Japanese restaurant. Take in panoramic city views, learn about local culture, and discover landmarks including Senso-ji Temple before listening to a live Tsugaru-shamisen performance. Afterward, meet the musicians and savor a traditional Japanese meal.

Tsugaru shamisen performance over traditional dinner

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Tokyo Asakusa Temple & Shrine Walking Tour with Local Guide

Tokyo Asakusa Temple & Shrine Walking Tour with Local Guide

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Asakusa and Senso ji Temple Walking Tour in Tokyo

The giant red lantern. The five-story pagoda. The smell of fresh ningyo-yaki and incense drifting through Nakamise Street. It’s everything people imagine when they think of Japan! I’ll guide you through the temple’s rituals, share the stories and traditions that have shaped Asakusa for centuries, and make sure you feel comfortable asking questions. Expect local insights, street food highlights to explore afterwards, and a few laugh along the way.

Asakusa and Senso ji Temple Walking Tour in Tokyo

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Tokyo Asakusa & Senso-ji Tour with Audioguide

Our Audio Guide is a convenient mobile companion for a self-guided tour of Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood. This app features a pre-planned walking route that leads you through the main attractions of Asakusa, complete with engaging audio commentary about the city's history. You don't need a network connection to use the audio guide. The itinerary covers 32 points and concludes at the Sumida Riverside. After the tour, feel free to explore the park, take a river cruise or take in the view restaurant at Asahi Beer Tower (not included).

Tokyo Asakusa & Senso-ji Tour with Audioguide

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Asakusa: 3.5-hour Big-picture History Walk

Discover a historic township in the heart of Tokyo with this half-day walking tour of Asakusa. Join a local guide to see popular landmarks including the 1,400-year-old Sensoji Temple, where you learn how it was founded by two fisherman brothers and its impact on Japan's future modernization. You also wander the market street of Nakamise-dori, where you taste traditional snacks such as Japanese sweets, and the Rokku district.

Asakusa: 3.5-hour Big-picture History Walk

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Asakusa: Japanese kitchen knife store visits after history tour

Foodies and passionate home chefs are in for a true treat with this educational experience that’s all about Asakusa history and Japanese kitchen knives. Begin with a walking tour that takes you around Sumida Park, Senso-ji Temple, Sensō-ji Denboin Garden, and more with the help of a guide to ensure you get the stories behind the sights. Then, shop (with help) for the best knives to add to your collection.

Asakusa: Japanese kitchen knife store visits after history tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Asakusa Essentials Cultural Discovery Tour of Japan

This tour uses Tokyo's historic Asakusa district as a gateway to understanding Japanese history and culture, from the samurai era to modern Tokyo. After building this foundation, you can customize your experience with optional extensions. Tokyo Skytree: See how Japan's modernization transformed Tokyo over the last 150 years as your guide points out key landmarks across the city. West of Senso-ji: Explore Asakusa's entertainment and everyday-life districts to learn how ordinary people lived, worked, and socialized. Sake Tasting: Discover how sake reflects Japanese craftsmanship, agriculture, religion, and social customs through guided tastings. Kappabashi Kitchenware Street: Learn how Japanese values such as craftsmanship, mastery, and continuous improvement are expressed in daily life. Traditional Kaiseki Meal: Experience Japanese culture through cuisine in a traditional ryotei, with your guide connecting the meal to themes explored during the walking tour.

Asakusa Essentials Cultural Discovery Tour of Japan

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tokyo Asakusa History Tour with Japanese Sake Tasting Experience

Explore the rich history of Asakusa, where folklore and tradition intertwine, culminating in a premium sake tasting. Starting with your knowledgeable guide, you'll uncover the stories behind the founding of Sensoji Temple, established 1,400 years ago by two fisherman brothers. Learn about the development of Asakusa alongside Tokyo and the cultural impact it has had on Japan's modernization. Later, indulge in a sake tasting experience at a local facility, where you’ll discover the significance of sake in Japanese culture and enjoy a sampling of its diverse varieties. - Discover the fascinating history of Sensoji Temple and Asakusa - Hear captivating stories about the area's folklore and modernization - Enjoy a guided sake tasting experience with a variety of local brews - Perfect for history buffs and those interested in Japanese culture Last but not least, premium sake tasting includes 10 unique varieties from across Japan; 45ml per cup, i.e. 450ml in total.

Tokyo Asakusa History Tour with Japanese Sake Tasting Experience

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Tokyo: Old Town Asakusa Guided Tour -Senso-ji Temple Visit

Tokyo: Old Town Asakusa Guided Tour -Senso-ji Temple Visit

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Gourmet & Sightseeing Tour with Photoshoot in Asakusa, Tokyo

A local host will welcome you. Enjoy delicious sweets while enjoying the traditional Japanese culture, buildings, and atmosphere. Let's have fun while eating and walking around the city of Asakusa. As for meals, I go out to Asakusa every time I have a holiday, actually eat and walk, and share only really delicious food from my heart. I can't rely on the information in the guidebook. I only rely on my own tasting experience. If there is a place you want to go or shop, please let me know in advance so I can plan your favorite travel experience as much as possible. I'd love to take amazing photos of you throughout the tour and share them using Google Drive. This allows you to leave your phones in your pockets and truly enjoy the experience without having to stress out about capturing every moment. At the end of the tour, enjoy incredibly delicious sushi or wagyu beef at a halal certified restaurant. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Gourmet & Sightseeing Tour with Photoshoot in Asakusa, Tokyo

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Everyday Japan: Asakusa Walk & Local Supermarket Tour

Discover Japanese home cooking you can recreate at home. This tour isn't just about visiting Asakusa. It's about understanding everyday Japanese life through food. - Highlights - ・　Learn what Japanese people really eat at home, not just sushi or ramen. ・　Visit Senso-ji Temple and discover a few everyday Japanese customs. ・　Relax over coffee while chatting about Japanese food and daily life. ・　Explore a real neighborhood supermarket with a local. ・　Learn what to buy if you want to cook simple Japanese meals back home. ・　Natural travel photos are included throughout the tour.

Discover Everyday Japan: Asakusa Walk & Local Supermarket Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Asakusa: Food replica store visits after history tour

Kappabashi Street adjacent to Asakusa is a shopping street lined with dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators. This is the only place in Tokyo where you can find stores specialized in Japanese food replicas. These unbelievably realistic food replicas look yummy, but you can't eat or drink them. International travelers have been intrigued by how delicious they look. If you also want to be one of them and bring your own back home to share the wonder with others, then this tour is for you. Our guide will take you to stores where you can find replicas you like most. They will help you look around and search by intermediating between yourself and the store clerks as an interpreter. The tour preceding the visit to the Japanese food replica stores is one of a kind; an in-depth history walk in Asakusa. By the end of the walk, you’ll have a clear, big-picture understanding of how Japan evolved from a closed feudal society into the country you see today.

Asakusa: Food replica store visits after history tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour & Comedy Night

First, you are going to have a 90min walking tour, and your host, Ryo will start introducing you the icon of Asakusa, Kaminarimon Gate. He will also tell you about the religions in Japan: Shinto and Buddhism. After you walk through Nakamise Shopping Street, he will accompany you to historical spots like Asakusa Shrine. He would be happy to teach you different manners to pray at a Shinto shrine and a Buddhist temple while explaining the significance of the principal image of Senso-ji Temple. After arriving at the main hall of Senso-ji Temple, you will be able to have 60min free time to take a look at the temple area by yourself or buy souvenirs. The second part of the experience: Standup Comedy Night starts with a casual 30min-meetup time to hang out with other guests. Then, you will enjoy a 45min comedy show and learn more about Japanese cultures through Ryo's funny insights. The show is mostly made of clean jokes so that all family members can have a good time together!:)

Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour & Comedy Night

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian

Tokyo: Asakusa Walking Tour with Japanese Comedian

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Asakusa: Culture exploring bar visits after history tour

Uncover the Asakusa district in Tokyo, without worrying about getting lost or having to deal with navigation. Follow your local guide and small-group off-the-beaten path, to places you’d miss on your own. First, you’ll discover the history and culture of Asakusa, visiting landmarks such as Sumida Park, Kaminarimon, Hozomon, and Sensoji Temple. Then, you’ll go to three authentic izakayas, eating snacks and drinking at each one.

Asakusa: Culture exploring bar visits after history tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Tokyo Senso ji Uncover the Hidden Goddess and Sacred Traditions

Explore the richness of Tokyo's spiritual heritage at Senso-ji, the city's oldest temple. With a local guide, delve into the legend of the Hidden Goddess, the Sacred Kannon, and witness the harmonious coexistence of Shinto and Buddhist traditions. Participate in authentic rituals such as incense purification and drawing omikuji fortune slips while discovering the shrine's hidden corners. This immersive 2-hour tour not only offers a fascinating cultural experience but also provides insights into the historical significance of the Asakusa district. Capture stunning views from the observation deck overlooking Tokyo Skytree. - Guided 2-hour tour of Senso-ji with local expert - Participate in traditional rituals including incense purification - Discover the coexistence of Shinto and Buddhism in Japan - Enjoy panoramic views from the observation terrace overlooking the city

Tokyo Senso ji Uncover the Hidden Goddess and Sacred Traditions

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Tokyo Private Asakusa Walking Tour Senso ji Matcha and Mochi

Explore the history, traditions, and flavors of Old Tokyo on a private 2.5 hour Asakusa walking tour with a local guide. Begin at the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, where you can see the neighborhood and Tokyo Skytree from the observation terrace before heading to the iconic Kaminarimon, also known as Thunder Gate. Walk through Nakamise Shopping Street to Hozomon Gate and visit Senso-ji Temple. Continue through Nitemmon Gate to Asakusa Shrine. Learn the differences between Buddhism and Shinto, and see the Five-Story Pagoda. Then walk through retro Hanayashiki Street and Hoppy Street to experience another side of Asakusa beyond its best-known landmarks. At the final stop, guests may part in a hands-on matcha-making experience, and a mochi-pounding experience using a wooden mallet and mortar. Both experiences are optional and paid separately. The tour ends back at the meeting point. If requested, your guide will walk you to the nearest station or help you call a taxi.

Tokyo Private Asakusa Walking Tour Senso ji Matcha and Mochi

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Asakusa: Traditional exquisite lunch after history tour

After having an in-depth Asakusa history tour, we will take you to a high-class traditional Japanese restaurant for lunch (cover photo). The restaurant is located in the heart of Asakusa very convenient to have a rest after a two-hour long in-depth history tour. Last but not the least, what you can enjoy is not just a meal but the building which was built based on Japanese traditional architecture. Wood is used for most of the framework, walls are made of clay and/or bamboo and sliding doors are made of Japanese paper. This tour culminates in enjoying traditional cuisine surrounded by the entirely Japanese settings developed over centuries. And of course, the tour preceding the visit to the restaurant is one of a kind; an in-depth history tour in Asakusa. For groups of three or more, we will use an earphone guides system which enables you to clearly listen to the guide from a distance.

Asakusa: Traditional exquisite lunch after history tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Beer, Sake & night view of Asakusa

Beer, Sake & night view of Asakusa

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Hozomon Gate

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Tokyo

Know before you go

The gate makes a beautiful subject for photography, but it’s often very crowded with visitors, so you may need to wait for the perfect shot.
There’s no entry fee.
The Hozomon Gate is just one of several buildings and structures around the Senso-ji Temple, so leave enough time to visit them all.

People Also Ask

What’s the best way to experience the Hozomon Gate?

How much does it cost to visit the Hozomon Gate in 2025?

There’s no cost to visit the Hozomon Gate, but many tours of the Asakusa area are available. Tour prices vary depending on length and inclusions, but expect to pay between ¥5,400 (around US$38) and ¥14,100 (US$98) per person for a half-day walking tour of Asakusa, during which you’ll pass Hozomon Gate. Tours including food or drinks are typically more expensive, starting at around ¥24,600 (US$171) per person.

What is the significance of the Hozomon Gate at Senso-ji Temple?

The 2-story Hozomon Gate marks the entrance to Asakusa’s 7th-century Senso-ji Temple. The original gate was built in the 10th century, but the current structure was rebuilt in the 1960s. Its name means “treasure house gate” and the temple’s most treasured items are kept within it. Two large statues of guardian spirits stand on either side of the gate, and a huge lantern hangs in the middle.

Can I take photos at Hozomon Gate?

Is Hozomon Gate wheelchair accessible?

Are any special events or festivals held at the Hozomon Gate?

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