Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Guided rickshaw ride through Asakusa district
- Sampling of traditional Japanese snacks and sweets
- Lunch featuring Okonomiyaki or Monja-yaki with a drink
- Matcha making experience at a traditional restaurant
- Visit to Sensoji Temple and Kappabashi Kitchen Street
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided rickshaw ride through Asakusa district
- Sampling of traditional Japanese snacks and sweets
- Lunch featuring Okonomiyaki or Monja-yaki with a drink
- Matcha making experience at a traditional restaurant
- Visit to Sensoji Temple and Kappabashi Kitchen Street
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: Asakusa tour
Pass by: Asakusa Tour
You will try some traditional Japanese sweets.
You'll see Kaminarimon.
You will see the famous Senso-ji Temple and experience what Japanese people do at a temple, for example, praying, fortune-telling...and so on.
We will explore in Asakusa Shrine, which is next to Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa.
Pass by: Asakusa tour
Pass by: Asakusa Tour
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- The tour is limited to seven participants, providing an intimate experience.
- The matcha-making experience is included; no prior tea-making knowledge is required.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and a rickshaw ride.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic beauty and historic sites.
- Be prepared for varying weather conditions; check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
Traveler reviews
Thanks Ramesh!
Ramesh was an excellent guide and translator. Kept us on track despite us getting to him late. Answered our questions on local spots to visit, immigration, shrine symbolism, etc. Accommodated my grandmother’s slow pace and ability. Well paced. Wowed. Loved making a connection.
Should do
A wonderful experience to learn about the shrine and its history.
Discovery and positive experience.
A very interesting and friendly guide; we all loved the moment.
Great time, highly recommend
Molly was a wonderful and very knowledgeable tour guide. It ended up just being my partner and I on the tour with Molly and we had a great time walking around Asakusa, learning how to make matcha, and making our own okonomiyaki for lunch. Thank you, Molly, for a wonderful time!
Late morning tour of Asakure with family
This tour was a good mix of learning some history and traditions, but still getting to do hands on activities so that our kids (age 14 & 11) were not totally bored. We were able to participate in finding our fortunes, making an offering at the temple, and then when the walking and heat were starting to get to us taking a break in a air conditioned matcha shop to make matcha. We got to see some neighborhood side streets and try unique red bean treats too. A great way to learn about Asakura and still keep our family engaged. Magical tour guides take pictures for you so we also got photos of everyone in our group at some key spots which is a nice surprise.