Plan Status:
Active
CULTURE
Asakusa: Walk Tour to Dig Deeper History of Sensouji Temple
Tokyo
2hours
You can feel the history of Tokyo through the 2-hour walking tour with an English-speaking guide. Exploring the sites around the Sensouji, including those unfamiliar to tourists, will reveal the deep history of the temple and the Asakusa area. The tour will provide a fresh impression not only for first-time visitors to Tokyo but also for those who have been there and did not fully appreciate the place's true value.
Highlights
The guide will introduce the history and cultural aspects of the temple as you see the Thunder Gate and the main hall. That is not it! You will learn how the sacred statue survived the devastation of the WW2, and its worldly aspect of the area as you visit the non-touristy places in the area!! The guide will help you with your deeper understanding of the oldest temple in Tokyo! Dive into the history and culture that even the natives don't know!
Max. number of guests
6 People
Itinerary
1. Meet your guide in front of the Tunder Gate of Sensouji temple 2. You will see and be informed about the gate, the main hall, and the other buildings in the area with explanations from the guide. 3. You will learn the modern history of the temple and Tokyo as the guide takes you and informs you about what the others do not, like the rainwater bucket you will find in the area. 4. The tour ends behind the main hall of the temple.
Meeting point
In front of the Tunder Gate of Sensouji temple
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
What to bring
・ comfortable shoes ・ hats
Precautions
・ food not included ・ shopping not included
Not allowed:
・ drinking ・ smoking
About Attendant
Isao Kiki
"I have been a resident of Yokohama for 20 years! I am thrilled to welcome you to my hometown, where we are blessed with cherry blossoms along a beautiful river!"