Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour
Discover delicious vegan Japanese sweets in traditional Asakusa, a haven for wagashi and traditional culture.
Highlights
Explore the beautiful district of Asakusa on foot, soaking up traditional Japanese culture as you go
Taste 4 different types of Japanese sweets along the way, all 100% vegan!
Learn about vegan desserts in Japan, and the ingredients and methods of making traditional Japanese wagashi sweets
10 meals
Experience Details
Asakusa is one of the most visited tourist hotspots in Tokyo, where tradition and modernity meet in a melting pot of Japanese culture and local food, including desserts! In contrast to the bustling Nakamise Dori Shopping Street which offers street food and souvenirs galore, the majestic Sensoji Temple is one of the other main attractions in the traditional Asakusa district. Take advantage of the delicious vegan sweets on offer in Asakusa and enjoy Japanese wagashi desserts on a Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour.
This Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour will introduce you to vegan Japanese sweets in one of Tokyo’s most traditional settings. Wagashi are typically made from plant-based ingredients like azuki (red bean paste) or rice flour, using minimal ingredients with subtle flavors and textures. Wagashi often reflect the seasons in Japan too, featuring sweets like sakura mochi in spring or sweet potato desserts in the fall. During this Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour, you’ll taste 4 delicious sweets while learning about Japanese sweets and vegan desserts that are available in Tokyo. The desserts are ever-changing, depending on the season.
This Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour will firstly take you to enjoy the first sweet, enjoying the atmosphere of the Asakusa neighborhood, visiting Sensoji Temple along the way to the next stop. Breaking at a traditional cafe, you can enjoy a popular Japanese dessert that’s a delicious piece of Japanese culture! You’ll then head to the final vegan dessert stop. Enjoy the traditional culture of Asakusa and its delicious sweets during this Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour in Tokyo!
Inclusions
A 3-hour food tour of vegan sweets and traditional Japanese desserts in Asakusa
An English or French-speaking Japanese tour guide
Insights about vegan sweets and food in Japan
Eat 4 different vegan sweets in Asakusa from Japanese dessert shops
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Your host will confirm the meeting point details upon booking confirmation.
Remarks
Please be on time for the experience.
Upon booking, you will receive a confirmation within 24 hours. Once confirmed, present your booking information at the experience.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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.
We had a great experience! It can be about more than just the snacks, thankfully. Our guide asked about our interest level and, with that confirmed, shared her extensive knowledge of Japanese custo...read more
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