Nakamise Shopping Street Tours

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).

- Taste a variety of great food samplings as we explore non-touristy part of Asakusa, Tokyo. Visit 4+ local food vendors with more than 100 years of history in Asakusa. - Learn and practice authentic Japanese eating style and eat like a local at a local standing sushi bar and soba restaurant. - Discover other parts of Asakusa outside of your guidebook. Connect with local business owners to learn the history and local culture.

Sample the raucous nightlife and good times found in Asakusa during this 3-hour nighttime food and drink crawl. This historic area may draw hordes of tourists during the day, but after dark it’s a true locals’ hangout, ensuring you an authentic nocturnal adventure. Raise a glass with some of Japan’s famous ‘salary-men’ as you enjoy craft beer, sake, and a variety of Japanese ‘izakaya’ (pub) foods. One included drink per restaurant, plus a local guide and food tasting ensure the party keeps going.

Follow a knowledgeable guide through one of the world’s largest fish markets during this food tour of east Tokyo. Start with a stroll around the outer Tsukiji Market, and taste specialty foods and drinks such as Japanese omelettes, sushi, fried fish cakes, sake, and tea—enough to add up to lunch. Then continue on to the Asakusa district to sample sweets at a cafe. You'll experience Japanese culture through its food, just like the locals do.

Get acquainted with a real-life geisha during a cultural experience in Tokyo. An intimate encounter designed for travelers interested in Japanese culture, this tour includes a geisha performance, traditionally featuring songs, dances, and games, and refreshments such as tea and sweets. Learn about the history of the geisha and upgrade to include lunch and unlimited drinks.

Discover a historic township in the heart of Tokyo with this half-day walking tour. Join a local guide to see popular landmarks including the Sensoji Temple, the market street of Nakamise-dori, and the Rokku district. Taste traditional snacks such as Japanese sweets and wander among the bars, boutiques, and snack stands of Rokku.

For outsiders, it can be difficult to get an insight into Japanese cultural life. This experience offers you a deeper perspective than most. In the company of a geisha, learn how geisha prepare their makeup and dress in kimono. Unlike other makeover experiences, you'll actually be learning from geisha themselves.

First time in Tokyo? Don't have a full day to see everything? Don't know where to start in this huge city? Why not enjoy a 70-minute ride around Tokyo on this open roof bus that offers a spectacular panoramic view of the metropolis with GPS navigated audio guide? A tour that allows you to feel, smell, hear and experience the city with all your five senses, leaving an unforgettable impression of Tokyo. We offer different routes depending on the areas of Tokyo that you are most interested in. This product is the Downtown Asakusa Course that will bring you around various areas of central Tokyo such as the traditional Asakusa with its famous Kaminari-mon gate, Tokyo’s tallest structure Skytree and the crazy Akihabara district, well-known by manga and game lovers.

Cover more ground than possible on foot and visit places inaccessible to tour buses on this guided cycling tour around eastern Tokyo. Cycling in a small group, see such landmarks as the Tokyo Sky Tree and pedal through neighborhoods including Ueno, Asakusa, and Akihabara, making stops at shrines, temples, and traditional shopping streets. En route, stop for an included traditional Japanese lunch and snack.

A chauffeured private tour is the perfect way to see Tokyo if you have a limited time or want to get your bearings in the city. Enjoy round trip transportation from your accommodation in a luxury vehicle. Relax on a full day excursion that showcases the diversity of Tokyo, from its high tech present to its traditional roots. Customize the tour to your must-see locations.

Live it up in Tokyo like a local during this private city tour conducted via the city’s extensive public transit system. Stroll the endless rows of seafood for sale at the outer Tsukiji Fish Market, sampling some fresh sashimi for breakfast (own expense). Then take your trip to new heights at the 2,000-foot (634-meter) Skytree and explore historic Japan in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood. You’ll finish your day in the upscale Ginza shopping area. A private guide, plus hotel pickup and drop-off are covered.

Experience a traditional side of Japan on this hassle-free, private sightseeing tour of Tokyo. The itinerary includes a number of unmissable attractions, such as Meiji Jingu Shrine, the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, and more. As this is a private tour, you’ll be able to go at your own pace and spend more time at the places that interest you most. Avoid the discomfort of Tokyo’s notoriously overcrowded trains with private transportation around the big city.

This private tour from Tokyo with a Japanese guide is tailor-made to your requests. The itinerary is flexible, with multiple options for sightseeing, such as exploring Asakusa. Guides share in-depth knowledge and an understanding of cross-cultural customs to prevent miscommunication. Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided, with personalized service for the ultimate 6-, 8-, or 12-hour day.

Enjoy a Muslim-themed tour of Tokyo during this 7-hour guided excursion covering some of the city’s top sights and Halal-friendly eateries. Absorb the historic architecture and elegant temples of the Asakusa neighborhood, visiting the renowned Senso-ji and a Japanese garden before enjoying a Halal-certified ramen restaurant for lunch (own expense). Spend your afternoon strolling among thousands of pedestrians at the famous Shibuya Crossing and exploring Harajuku’s Meiji-jingu shrine, finishing your day with ‘Salat’ (ritual prayer) at the country’s biggest mosque.Tour duration can be extended at a rate of 1,000 yen per person, per halfan hour, payable in cash.

Get an in-depth experience of life during Japan's Edo period on this private tour, exclusively for your party. Visit the seven temples and shrines where The Seven Gods of Fortune are worshipped and collect stamps along the way to mark your journey.

You can enjoy a guided food tour only with your family and friends. This is a Tsukiji and Asakusa tour using public transportation. The destinations of the tour include Tsukiji outer market and Asakusa(Sensoji Temple). Let's try many kinds of seafood and traditional Japanese food while learning from the professional guide about the history of Tsukiji outer market! Take a tour to eat and drink like locals! As an example, there are shops such as fresh tuna, Japanese-style egg omelet, grilled seafood, oysters and more. Meal charges are not included in the tour fee. The average food and drink price per person at Tsukiji is 3,000 yen to 4,000 yen. Depending on the menu you choose, these charges will change.In Asakusa, besides sightseeing, you can also eat Japanese-style ice cream and sweets like wharf. Choose what you like and eat a lot at Tsukiji and Asakusa! For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect, inclusions and excursions section of this web page.

-Start your night food and barhoping journey- At night, the busy streets in Asakusa transforms into a bar hopping food & drink adventure. We will take you through hidden food and drink spots near Kaminari Gate and show you local favorites in Nakamise shopping street for you. -Get Asakusa Local Street Food through Nakamise Shopping Street!- After drinking, head off to some local favorite and historically significant locations and enjoy a hearty Japanese meal engrained in Japanese food culture that will leave you satisfied! -Grab a fortune and Let's drink!- Grab a drink at Hoppy Street like a local, and head off to Kamiya Bar, the oldest existing bar in Tokyo. You can enjoy the famous "Denki Bran", a STRONG cocktail. Your guide may also take you to the mysterious Ninja Bar! Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour inside Tokyo’s two famous fish markets, Toyosu and Tsukiji, as well as other local areas, on this food and cultural shopping themed trip accompanied by a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will meet you at your hotel to start the day, then take you to visit famous sites such as Toyosu and the outer Tsukiji fish market; Asakusa shopping street, filled with authentic Tokyo street food; and Ueno's Ameyoko and Kappabashi, Japan's kitchenware wonderland. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

In this tour, you can experience Tokyo sightseeing and cooking and eating Tokyo's local food monjayaki by yourself. A nationally qualified guide will give a detailed explanation of the history of Asakusa, the scenery of Tokyo seen from Sky Tree, and how to make Monjayaki.You can also make Japanese-style yakisoba yourself and enjoy teppanyaki on an iron plate. This tour is a private tour using public transport. Enjoy Tokyo at the pace of your group! The displayed tour price does not include the monjayaki price. The average price for monjayaki is 1500-3000 yen per person. Including hotel pickup in Tokyo 23 wards. For more tour details, check the inclusions, what to expect section at the bottom of this page.

Asakusa is one of the most historically rich districts of Tokyo, but visitors often miss important aspects when visiting alone. This small-group tour offers a deeper connection to the area's history and culture as you visit the shrines and temples.

Enjoy an efficient, half-day tour inside Tokyo’s two famous fish markets, Toyosu and Tsukiji, as well as other local areas, on this food and cultural shopping themed trip accompanied by a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will meet you at your hotel to start the day, then take you to visit famous sites such as Toyosu and the outer Tsukiji fish market; Asakusa shopping street, filled with authentic Tokyo street food; and Ueno's Ameyoko and Kappabashi, Japan's kitchenware wonderland. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Private Customized Walking Tours combine Tokyo’s must-see sights with hidden gems. Morning, afternoon and evening start times available. Choose your tour length; 4 to 8 hours. Our ethos is ‘like-a-local’. This is a culturally immersive walking tour, meaning that you will travel around Tokyo on foot and using the excellent public transport system….like a local! Throughout the tour you will learn about Japan’s culture, customs, history and local way of life. Feeling hungry? We’ll get you eating like a local too! Your tour is flexible and will be paced to your speed and requirements. Specialist topics of interests can all be covered; architecture, religion, politics, street art, general history, WW2 history, food, instagramable highlights, pop/movie/anime culture. Ideal for people with limited time, or those who want a comprehensive overview of Tokyo prior to exploring further on their own. Simply indicate your interests and enjoy an itinerary specific to you.

This tour is a private walking tour for 5 hours. You can enjoy it only in guides with you. Start your day, the walk of the Japanese style garden Hamarikyu. At the place, you can enjoy powdered green tea "Matcha" and Japanese sweets "Wagashi". Move to Asakusa on a water bus from Hamarikyu. The scenery to see from the water bus is a superb view. Finish the day by uncovering the beautiful historical sights of the ancient Asakusa area and Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist site, Asakusa Kannon Temple (Senso-ji). You’ll also get to do some shopping in Tokyo Nakamisestreet, Way of around 250m to continue from Kaminari-mon Gate to Hozo-mon Gate of Senso-ji Temple. They have “Sensu”,”Kaminari-Okoshi”,Japanese style dolls and more. These are good for souvenir to your family and friends. Also, you con enjoy Japanese traditional meal.(like Sushi,Soba,Templa).Meals are not included.

You can enjoy a national qualification guided private tour only with your family and friends.You will enjoy your day at your own pace. It is a tour using public transport. The departure of this tour is in the 23 wards of Tokyo. Hotel pick up included. This tour itinerary includes Sensoji Temple (Asakusa temple) and robot cabaret show. Enjoy the famous temples in Tokyo while listening to the historical and cultural details of the guide. The robot show can be enjoyed both visually and aurally. It's a tour that will make you feel that time is going too fast! For more tour details, please check the inclusions and what to expect section of this web page.