Top things to do in Asakusa, Tokyo

Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1385 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 41.76

 

Climb aboard a traditional Japanese rickshaw for an unforgettable view of the Asakusa district in Tokyo. Your knowledgeable guide will steer you to some of Tokyo’s many iconic sites, districts, temples and shrines while illuminating the history behind them all. Enjoy scenic views of maple and cherry trees, gardens, soaring skyscrapers, and traditional businesses. If you’re looking for a carefree, customizable way to see Tokyo, this is it. Apart from the above courses, we have other special course for guests who really want to get away from the city. If you have already seen the crowds and buildings in Tokyo, let’s get away from that and enjoy the view across the sumida river and go into places where you can refresh your mind under the quiet trees and monument of Asahi beer headquarter! We shall go across the bridge to the peaceful area of sumida park and Ushijima shrine where you can enjoy the Japanese garden park and lucky fortune cow shrine.

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Tokyo Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Photo in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1002 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 111.37

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover the world of sumo in the heart of Tokyo’s historic Asakusa district during this fun and interactive entertainment cultural show. Set in a unique venue built around a real sumo ring (dohyo), this experience gives you a close-up look at Japan’s national sport in a relaxed and easy-to-understand way. Watch retired sumo wrestlers perform traditional moves, training exercises, and sumo matches while a live host explains everything in both Japanese and English. You’ll learn about winning techniques, forbidden moves, and the meaning behind sumo’s traditions. The highlight for many guests is the chance to step into the ring and try a fun sumo challenge yourself. ※Spots are limited, and if many people want to join, participants will be chosen by lottery. While enjoying the show, savor all-you-can-eat chicken hot pot (Chanko-nabe) with a Japanese set meal and one free drink. At the end, take a photo with the sumo wrestlers and get a souvenir gift set to remember your experience.

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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo Maikoya in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (561 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 64.32

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Tokyo? ・Located in central Tokyo, easily accessible for travelers ・Guided by experienced tea masters with cultural insights in English ・Kimono rental included—available for both men and women ・A calm, authentic space to experience traditional Japanese hospitality

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Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (227 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 95.36

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

-Start your journey from Sensoji temple. We will turn our step into the main spot in Asakusa, Senso-ji temple, exploring the Nakamise Street that has 300-year history and sample street food. - After passing through Sensoji Temple, the most popular tourist attraction in Tokyo, you will experience the finest matcha green tea at a quiet Japanese tea house! -Enjoy a local favorite, Monjya-yaki in the backstreets of Asakusa- we'll stop by a favorite monjyayaki (a local dish made with seasoned flour and many other ingredients) place in the backstreets of Asakusa, along Hoppy Street. There, your guide will instruct you on how to cook monjayaki, and you can enjoy eating it with everyone else in the group tour. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

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Asakusa Highlights: Street Food Crawl Tour (7+ Local Bites) in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (153 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 80.05

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

- Taste a variety of great food samplings as we explore non-touristy part of Asakusa, Tokyo. Visit 4+ local food vendors with more than 100 years of history in Asakusa. - Learn and practice authentic Japanese eating style and eat like a local at a local standing sushi bar and soba restaurant. - Discover other parts of Asakusa outside of your guidebook. Connect with local business owners to learn the history and local culture.

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Popular Sushi Making Class in Asakusa【Grand Opening】 in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (152 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 32.16

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

This is an experience where even beginners can easily make nigiri sushi. This is a sushi making experience using popular sushi ingredients such as tuna and salmon. It will be a once in a life time unique experience where you can learn about Japanese culture through traditional Japanese cuisine. A sushi chef will carefully teach you how to make sushi. Once you know how to make it, try making nigiri sushi yourself. It's a very fun experience where you can experience making sushi and eating delicious sushi. You can also wear Japanese costumes, so you can feel like a Sushi Master. Please come and experience Japanese culture in a Japanese-style space.

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Tokyo Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (117 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 53.60

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This theater offers an easy and enjoyable way to view beautiful Japanese kimonos and traditional accessories through a show. You will also have the opportunity to see a lion dance and a samurai sword fight, which can only be seen at Japanese festivals and special events, right in front of you. You can also talk with the beautiful female dancers and cool Japanese male actors and take pictures with them before and after the performance. They will surely become your friends the next time you come to Japan. You can enjoy the performance with your family and children. **Meeting Point 1-12-10-2F Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan**

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【Tokyo/Asakusa】Traditional Japanese Washi Papermaking experience in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (116 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 41.07

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

We offer a hands-on workshop where you can experience handmade washi, a traditional Japanese craft. Tosa Washi, with over 1,000 years of history, is one of Japan’s top three washi papers. Known for its strength and warmth, it’s easy to try and makes for a memorable Asakusa experience—perfect for fans of crafts or Japanese culture. After a short video on Tosa Washi’s history and process, you’ll wear traditional workwear (samue) and make washi postcards with help from a friendly instructor. In both the Plain Paper Plan and Colored Paper Plan, you’ll handcraft four plain postcards. The Colored Paper Plan includes an extra step: layering beautiful Rakusuishi—lace-like decorative washi—on top. You can choose your favorite four colors. The workshop is full of smiles and surprise at the beauty of the finished paper. Take home your handmade washi as a special souvenir.

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Sweets Making & Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo Maikoya in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (54 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 110.26

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Why choose this experience? ・Combines two cultural activities: wagashi sweets making and tea ceremony ・Wear a beautiful kimono and enjoy hands-on participation ・Perfect for first-time visitors who want an authentic Japanese experience ・Conducted in a traditional setting by experienced hosts ・Highly rated by international guests and ideal for small groups

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From Asakusa: Old Tokyo, Temples, Gardens and Pop Culture in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (44 reviews)
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From $ 88.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Embark on a captivating walking tour of East Tokyo, where tradition and modernity intertwine seamlessly. Begin your journey in Asakusa, where the historic Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori shopping street await, offering a glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage. Continue to Ueno and Okachimachi, housing museums, cherry blossoms, and the vibrant Ameya-Yokocho market. Akihabara, known as "Electric Town," beckons next with its neon-lit streets, gaming culture, and anime havens. Finally, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Koishikawa Korakuen, a traditional Japanese garden that transports you to a serene oasis amidst the urban bustle. This East Tokyo walking tour offers a diverse and captivating experience, seamlessly blending the old and new in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

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Origami Fun for Families & Beginners in Asakusa in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (43 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 29.23

 

Experience this origami activity for beginners, set in a beautiful environment, surrounded by incredible models and unique displays made by our origami artists based in Japan and the US. Choose from 50 colors of origami paper and fold as many models as you'd like, guided by our tablet software that will take a folder from a square piece of paper to an assortment of animals, flowers, and vehicles in no time, ranging from beginner to intermediate in difficulty. Ask your origami instructor if you need help folding a model. Guests may take photos throughout their experience, purchase rare origami books, and enjoy our origami displays during and after their session. Whether visiting Asakusa on vacation with friends or family or looking for an affordable cultural experience with a date or on your own, you'll surely enjoy your time at Taro's Origami Studio and make lasting memories (and origami) to take home with you. We look forward to folding with you!

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[60 minutes] Rickshaw tour around Asakusa [Complete Asakusa tour/power spots] in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (35 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 69.61

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

It is a 70-minute plan that allows you to relax and explore Asakusa. We also accept requests for places you want to go. Why don't you go around the city of Asakusa in a relaxed and luxurious way? We will guide you through Asakusa from the front of Kaminarimon in all directions. I am confident in the service! Rickshaw puller "Mr. Husband" offers a special experience The unique "Rickshaw" is useful for sightseeing in Asakusa. All are well-trained "Asakusa Tourism Professionals". We will show you new and attractive Asakusa not only for beginners in Asakusa but also for those who have visited many times! There is no doubt that you will be more satisfied than you think!

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[30 minutes] Rickshaw tour around Asakusa [History, sightseeing, Tokyo Skytree] in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (34 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.80

 

Let's take a rickshaw around Asakusa's downtown area where you can taste Showa retro and Edo atmosphere! Outstanding hospitality! A rickshaw puller, a shafu, will happily guide you through Asakusa. The shafu are thoroughly trained and well versed in the history of Asakusa and the origins of its sights. You can enjoy the city of Asakusa from a slightly higher point of view while listening to the fun stories of the shafu. Also, take a commemorative photo with a camera. Please spend 30 minutes of great satisfaction.

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Tokyo: Asakusa Sensoji Night Walk with a Local Brandy in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (30 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 49.77

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover a hidden side of Asakusa that most people don't know! Our guide, a night-time Asakusa specialist, will take you on a relaxing walking tour away from the daytime crowds, immersing you in the magical atmosphere. Asakusa at night is a perfect spot for photography. Your evening begins with a visit to a historic bar, where you'll enjoy a glass of “Denki Brandy,” a unique blended whisky born in Asakusa during the Meiji era. It’s a beloved local classic that gives you a true taste of Tokyo’s retro charm. Don’t worry if you’re not a drinker—non-alcoholic options are also available! ※A different drink may be offered on Wednesdays and on store holidays. Stroll through Nakamise Street while your guide shares fascinating stories and insights about Asakusa’s rich cultural heritage. Then, visit the beautifully illuminated Sensoji Temple, learning about its history and significance as you wander through the tranquil grounds. ※The main hall closes at 6pm, so you may not be able to enter.

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Traditional Kimono Experience in Asakusa at wargo in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (30 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 33.62

 

Dress in a traditional Japanese kimono and stroll through the charming streets of Japan, capturing beautiful photos and creating cherished memories. We offer a wide selection of kimonos, ranging from traditional patterns to modern designs, with experienced staff to assist you with dressing. The package includes the kimono itself, sash belt (obi), Japanese clutch, sandals, and socks. Don't worry, hairstyling is available at an additional cost. If it's not too busy, the dressing process can take less than an hour, and you can set off on your adventure. If you wish to enjoy Japan in a kimono until the evening, next-day return is also possible (additional fee). Now, have a fantastic time exploring Japan!

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Samurai Experience (Kyudo - Archery and Katana) in Tokyo in Asakusa

Asakusa , Tokyo

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (27 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 104.41

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Try to travel back in time and become a fierce Japanese warrior with this indoor activity in the heart of Tokyo. Learn the 弓道 (kyūdō), an art of archery, and 刀 (katana) usage, unique for Japan. Explore the war strategies and dive deep into the mind of a samurai.

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