Back to Edo: Sensoji and Asakusa Food Tour
Back to Edo: Sensoji and Asakusa Food Tour
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10 meals
Explore the streets and eat local food, experience a remarkable historical tour at two of Japan’s must-see spots: Asakusa and Sensoji.
Highlights
Experience an afternoon of great food and tradition as you explore one of Tokyo’s must-see districts, Asakusa
Experience seasonal and regional flavors from all over Japan
Have a taste of the famous melon bread!
Sip on an authentic hot or iced matcha
10 meals
Experience Details
Step into a different side of Asakusa on this flavorful walking tour through its hidden backstreets.
Away from the busiest crowds, you will explore narrow alleys filled with local character and discover shops and flavors loved by the community.
Along the way, your guide will share the area's history and introduce you to street snacks, seasonal specialties, and an authentic Japanese lunch. You will also learn practical tips for ordering food like a local, skills that will be useful throughout your time in Japan.
Visit the iconic Sensoji Temple and uncover stories and lesser-known details that many visitors miss. Between cultural landmarks and tucked-away gems, each stop adds depth to your understanding of Asakusa.
Taste pastries from a long-standing shop founded in 1945 and enjoy a cup of matcha green tea in a setting that reflects the district’s traditional atmosphere.
More than a food tour, this experience offers a genuine glimpse into Asakusa’s lively shitamachi culture through its flavors, stories, and everyday scenes.
What You Get
Good To Know
- The Back to Edo: Sensoji and Asakusa Food Tour starts strictly on time. Please be respectful of the other guests. The tour will start even if guests arrive after the departure time
- Please be reminded to wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Please meet your guide in front of the Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center. More details and a Google maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Home to the famous Sensoji Temple, a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century, Asakusa overflows with rich history and traditional culture. In the past, Asakusa was Tokyo’s leading entertainment district, a red light district with a number of kabuki theaters. Most of Asakusa was destroyed during World War II, but it has since grown into one of Tokyo's most visited tourist spots. Here, you'll find Nakamise Dori, a bustling shopping street lined with local snack and souvenir shops. Asakusa also has other attractions such as parks, public baths, and museums.
Great tour and experience. Our guide Wes tailored the tour for our family and our kids (ages 8 and 10) had a great time. Great way to spend the afternoon!
Amazing tour! So much fun for our group of 14. We had 4 teens and 3 young kiddos on our tour and they totally helped and accommodated everything for us. The food, the history, culture and the expe...read more
I'd definitely advise to join a food tour if you visit Japan, you won't be disappointed. Our host Yoko was absolutely amazing! She guided us through Tokyo and gave us plenty of fantastic informatio...read more
Fabulous tour! Asakusa tour was a brilliant way to discover lots of secret areas here. The food we ordered (so many different kinds) we surely never would have tried to order for ourselves, and we ...read more
We had a wonderful time with Kay as a family of 4 (3 kids under the age of 13). She was full of energy! Really engaging, fun, and informative as well. She accommodated for our younger kids and was ...read more
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