Asakusa Walking Tour: Street Foods, Snacks & Wagyu Lunch

History and food lovers alike will easily spend hours exploring Asakusa, one of Tokyo's iconic districts, home to several landmarks steeped in history and countless restaurants and cafes. While there is no shortage of things to see and do in the area, this curated itinerary designed by local hosts is perfect to see the main sites, including famous attractions like the Sensoji Temple, shopping stops at Sanrio Gift Gate and Nakamise Shopping Street and more. Sip on matcha and enjoy like ice cream, melon pan and dango skewers as you stroll with a local host who will provide cultural and insights into the area's rich history. After walking for a few hours, you'll indulge in an A5-grade wagyu lunch at a local restaurant where you'll enjoy side dishes, soft drinks, dessert, and melt-in-your-mouth marbled wagyu grilled to perfection. Experience Flow: - Meet your host at the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. - Kick off your Asakusa walking tour! First, you will explore the iconic Sensoji Temple complex. With a history of over ten centuries, this iconic temple is one of Tokyo's most famous landmarks. While strolling, your host will explain the temple's history and share interesting insights. - Next, it'll be time for some shopping! You'll visit the iconic Sanrio Gift Gate shop, where you can find several character-themed goods and souvenirs. - Explore the Nakamise Shopping Street leading back to Sensoji, where you can discover local products, foods and snacks - Lastly, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving A5 wagyu beef. Enjoy several slices of melt-in-your-mouth grilled marbled meat with side dishes like tempura and sushi, soft drinks and dessert.