Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple Self-Guided Audio Tour
Duration
Guided tour
Tune out the noise and explore the delicious street food, shopping spots, and historic charm of Asakusa on this 1.5-hour self guided audio tour.
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Go on a self-guided tour of Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa with a mobile-friendly app and offline maps, just perfect for the history lovers out there.
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With 32 popular stops, recordings from an expert historian, and landmark illustrations, explore Asakusa’s iconic spots just the way you want to.
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Marvel at the dragon-shape engraving at the bottom of the lantern at Sensi-jo temple or the three deities guiding the Asakusa Shrine.
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Stop for a drink at an old-school izakaya or munch on some quick yakitoris and Japanese fried chicken at Hoppy Street.
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Did you know? Asakusa host one of the biggest Sanja Matsuri festivals annually where portable Shinto shrines are first paraded on the streets.
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1.5-hr audio-guided tour of Asakusa via mobile app
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Offline map with marked routes to 32 stops for easy GPS navigation
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32 recordings by a professional historian
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Illustrations of recognizable landmarks
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Lifetime access to the tour in your preferred language
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Live tour guide
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Smartphone & headphones
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Entry tickets
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Be your own guide in Asakusa
If exploring a new place without a guide or a group of people is more your speed, this tour is just for you. With an audio guide, offline maps, and recordings by a professional historian, explore the best of what Asakusa has to offer without the fear of missing out on any important information. Start your tour with Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest and one of the most significant Buddhist temples. Enter the iconic Thunder Gate with the massive red lantern marking the entrance before moving on to the main hall, which houses Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of mercy.
Eating, shopping, and some more exploring
After you visit the temple, you may take a stroll down Nakamise-dori to get some souvenirs or take a rickshaw ride to see the old streets of the district. If you are a foodie who loves trying local specialties, stop at one of the stalls at Hanayashiki for some crunchy tempura, savory monjayaki, a type of pan-fried batter filled with ingredients like seafood and vegetables, or some melon sweet bread). If you want to understand Asakusa better, stop at the geisha district to see some beautiful performances and enjoy a cup of tea.
What to bring
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Bring a water bottle, headphones, and a portable charger for this experience.
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It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
What’s not allowed
- Strict dress code: Dress modestly for your visit to the temples and shrines in the tour. Cover your knees and shoulders as a nod to local customs.
Additional information
- To access the audio-guided tour, you'll need to download the app on your phone. It's recommended to do this before the tour begins.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Redemption point
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Redeem your ticket at Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center.
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Address: 2 Chome-18-9 Kaminarimon, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0034, Japan.
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