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Asakusa & Ueno Half-Day Tour
In Asakusa, we will visit Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Asakusa Shrine and Kappabashi Kitchen Utensils Street.
In Ueno, we will visit Ueno Park and Ameyoko Market Streets.
You can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisines and buy traditional Japanese souvenirs. Also, you can learn about Japanese history and culture.
Dai A.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Asakusa - Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street
Sensoji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo, you can learn about Japanese history, culture and religions (Shinto and Buddhism).
You can buy some traditional Japanese souvenirs at Nakamise Shopping Street and have Japanese cuisines in Asakusa.
Kappabashi Kitchen Utensils Street
Kappabashi Kitchen Street is an 800m (a half mile)-long street lined with 170 wholesale stores offering Japanese, Western and Chinese tableware, kitchen knives and utensils, food samples and more.
Ueno Park and Ameyoko Market Streets
Ueno Park is one of the most popular Cherry Blossoms viewing spots in Tokyo, also Museum districts such as Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Nature and Science and more.
You can find anything you need at Ameyoko Market Streets or just enjoy browsing many varieties of foods and goods.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
What to Expect
First, you can enjoy traditional temple town of Asakusa.
We will visit Senso-ji Temple famous for red huge lantern and Nakamise Shopping Street where is best place to buy traditional Japanese souvenirs.
And we will visit Asakusa Shrine. There you can learn what is the difference between Shinto and Buddhism, or shrine and temple.
Then we will visit Kappabashi Kitchen Utensils Street famous for shops supplying the restaurant trade. There you can buy many things from hand-made knives, restaurant furniture and other kitchen utensils through food samples, or the plastic display food.
In Asakusa, you can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine, such as tempura (deep-fried seafood and vegetables), soba (buckwheat noodles), unagi (charcoal-broiled eel with rice) and so on.
Next, you can enjoy academic and the hustle & bustle town of Ueno.
We will visit Ueno Park area, including Tokyo National Museum, Shinobazu Pond and Kanei-ji Temple etc.
Then we will visit Ameyoko Shopping Streets where you can experience Asian atmosphere and buy anything you want.
After this tour, you can enjoy " Izakaya ", or Japanese-style bar for dinner.
This is half-day tour (4 hours).
Morning tour, from 9:00 am to 13:00 pm.
or Afternoon tour, from 13:00 pm to 17:00 pm.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, hotel pick-up in Tokyo area, hotel drop-off in Tokyo area
transportation fee (you and guide), entrance fee (you and guide), lunch (you and guide)
Tokyo Metro 24-hour Ticket is 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for children.
Important Information
My tour is a walking tour using public transportation, mainly Tokyo Metro (Subway).
Tokyo Metro 24-hour Ticket is 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for children.
Please remember that all transportation fees for you and guide are not included in my tour price.
I don’t do the tour using arranged cars and buses.
This is a walking tour. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Please bring Japanese yen for souvenirs and Japanese sweets. Asakusa and Ueno areas don't have much credit card acceptances.
Both areas are always crowded, so please take care of your own valuables.
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Reviews
Alistair M.
“ 7 hour T?ky? tour ”
Dai was fantastic! His knowledge of the history and experience navigating the subway system was exceptional. Our 3 daughters loved the tour especially through the seafood markets sampling all of what’s on offer. A great way to see some of the best attractions especially if you don’t have long!
Dai A.
Thank you so much for giving me such a considerate review, Al. I really appreciate it. I’m so glad to hear that all of your family enjoyed my tour. I had a great time with all of you. I believe you had a wonderful time at Sumo demonstration and Chanko hotpot restaurant in Asakusa after our tour. I hope you will have another amazing time in other beautiful cities in Japan. Please take good care of yourself and give my best regards to your awesome family including 3 beautiful princesses. Thanks a million!!! Cheers mate!!!
Tawana T.
“ A wealth of knowledge! ”
I have quoted Dai extensively since my tour with him. I learned so much that another tour guide two days later in Kyoto said ‘Wow your guide in Tokyo really taught you a lot!!’ Additionally, as a solo female traveler it is important that I feel comfortable with my guide and Dai took care to make sure that I was comfortable and at ease. I highly recommend him, he is a font of knowledge and enjoys sharing it! You will be in good hands with Dai- whether in a group or as a solo traveler!
Dai A.
Thank you so much for giving me such a thoughtful review, Tawana. It was absolutely my great pleasure to show you around Tokyo. It was so much fun to walk around and talk with you. And I was super lucky because I was able to learn a lot about Bermuda where it was your hometown. Also, I really appreciate your understanding and cooperation during the tour. I believe you had another wonderful time in Kyoto and other cities as well. Please take good care of yourself and keep on traveling. Thanks a million!!! Cheers!!!
Tom K.
“ Amazing guide ”
Dai was great. His passion for seeing the world and sharing his love for Japan is quite evident. He was able to help us better navigate the subway and understand the Japanese culture and etiquette. He helped us order yummy food from Tsukujii market. For first timers, he was a godsend in acclimating us to both the beauty and chaos of Tokyo.
Dai A.
Thank you so much for giving me such a thoughtful review, Tom. I had an amazing time with all of your wonderful family. And I was so glad to be able to see that you enjoyed yummy food, especially A5 Wagyu Beef skewer at Tsukiji Outer Market. I hope you will have another wonderful time in Kyoto and Hiroshima as well. Please take good care of yourself and give my best regards to your awesome family. Thanks a million!!!
Mona K.
“ Exceptional Private Tour Experience in Tokyo ”
My family and I recently had the pleasure of taking a private tour in Tokyo, and I can confidently say it exceeded all my expectations. From start to finish, every aspect of the tour was meticulously planned and executed, resulting in an unforgettable experience. First and foremost, our guide was phenomenal. He was prompt, professional and kind. Our guide took the time to understand our interests and preferences, tailoring the experience to suit our needs. A heartfelt thank you to our guide, Dai.
Dai A.
Thank you so much for giving me such a great and thoughtful review, Mona. It was absolutely my great pleasure to show you guys around Tokyo. I was super happy and grateful to be able to spend your precious time together with you. And I also had an extremely fun time with all of you guys. Also, I really appreciate your understanding and cooperation during the tour. I believe you could enjoy your wonderful trip in Japan. Please take good care of yourself and give my best regards to your super awesome family. Thanks a million!!!