Tsugaru shamisen performance over traditional dinner

Tokyo, Japan

4 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

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.

Explore Tokyo’s Asakusa district without the crowds on a small-group tour
Watch a Shamisen performance and meet local musicians you’d otherwise miss
Avoid the hassle of making additional reservations: dinner is included
Maximize your time with several experiences in a single excursion

What's Included

Dinner

Dinner + one welcome drink. Drinks in addition to a welcome drink can be ordered separately but are not included in the tour price.
40-minute live concert of Japan's traditional musical instruments by award-winning performers.

Hotel pickup and dropoff

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
Japan, 111-0034 Tokyo, Taito City, Kaminarimon, 2-chōme−18−９浅草文化観光センタ
We will meet in front of the entrance of Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. It is located right across from the Kaminarimon (Thunder) Gate. 1 minute walk From Exit 1 of Asakusa Station on the Ginza Line. 2 minute walk from Exit A4 of Toei Asakusa Station on the Asakusa Line.

End point

5-chōme-37-7 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
The tour will end at the restaurant where we will watch the live music performance over dinner.

Operating hours
.5:30 pm

Itinerary

Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kaminarimon

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hozomon

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Senso-ji Temple

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5-chōme-37-7 Asakusa

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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Such a cool experience!

Jennifer_C, May 2025

First off, I am a vegetarian, and the tour went out of their way to make sure I was able to eat on this tour. Almost ate a little too much, in fact. The tour itself was about a mile long walk, give or take, from the tourist center to where the dinner and show took place. The show was energetic and very authentic- I think we were the only tourists in the place, but everyone was very kind and welcoming. I've always thought that the best way to get a feel for a country is its music, and if you agree you really can't do better than this tour. A special shout out to my guide, whose name I can't remember (I am so sorry, I lost the card!), who walked me back to my hotel in the surprise snow storm that hit while we were there.

Nice experience of Japanese culture

Mitchell_G, Jan 2025

Great tour of Asakusa and the Senso-JI temple from Akiko. The music concert was great and gave us a little taste of Japanese culture (as did the dinner). Very enjoyable and informative!

A lively performance in an intimate setting

Trevor_B, Jan 2024

We got to enjoy a tour of the vibrant Asakusa neighborhood, followed by dinner and a show in a small restaurant. The dinner was tasty and featured a variety of Japanese staples. The show had musicians playing traditional instruments with incredible skill. Afterward, they let us strum a few notes ourselves and took photos of us. It was a one-of-a-kind experience and a great introduction to traditional Japanese music.

Asakusa History and Culture

DWIGHT_D, Feb 2020

This fantastic tour through Asakusa under the expert guidance of Yoko san is a great way to understand the history and development of the “old town” region of Tokyo, while seeing the superb shrine and temple complex at Asakusa. The included traditional Japanese kaiseki lunch at the restaurant, followed by a masterful short concert of Tsugaru shamisen. The whole experience is well worth it. If you have only a short time in Tokyo this tour should definitely be on your list of things to do