Asakusa by Night: Bars and Culture
Learn about the history and culture of Asakusa, and experience the rich history through an exciting trip through the town’s evening streets.
Highlights
Learn about the history of Asakusa through an in-depth tour of the district
Visit Asakusa's most iconic landmarks, including the Thunder Gate, Senso-ji, and Hoppy Street
Bar hop between three izakayas
Try a variety of Japanese alcoholic drinks
10 meals
Experience Details
Tokyo’s Asakusa district is rich with culture, offering a peek into Japan’s traditional roots. Get a comprehensive look at Asakusa with an in-depth guided tour, hitting the district’s important landmarks, and experience its local nightlife through delicious food and drink!
The tour guides travelers past the daytime crowds and to beautiful and serene locations. Immerse yourself in these lovely areas through an experienced guide, recounting the district’s storied history. This tour will include the landmarks of the area, including Senso-ji Temple.
As day turns into night, gentle lights twinkle around the landmarks and softly illuminate the streets of Asakusa, giving off a wholly different, charming vibe. Come quench your thirst and hunger as the tour takes you to three distinct izakayas, evening restaurants where locals come to relax after a hard day’s work. Take this chance to unwind and dine like a local, with delicious bites and spirits closely tied to Japan’s culture.
Inclusions
Walking tour with history
3-4 dishes at the izakaya
3-4 alcoholic drinks
Headsets to hear the guide clearly even from a distance
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host outside of Asakusa Station's Exit 4 on Tokyo Metro's Ginza Line (not Toei Asakusa Line) near a Burger King restaurant. Your host will be holding a sign that says "Arumachi".
Remarks
Experience duration is about 4 hrs
Maximum of 8 people per group
Bring comfortable footwear
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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10 meals
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