Tokyo: Tsukiji Market + Sensoji Temple: Food & Culture Tour
ID: GYG1199308-1840747
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
English-guided tour: Taste fresh sushi, tamagoyaki & seafood bowls at Tsukiji (own cost), explore Asakusa’s iconic cultural spots, learn to take Japanese trains with hands-on guidance.
9:00 Gather at the meeting point, greet by the guide and confirm trip details.
1. Tsukiji Market Food Exploration: Visit Tsukiji Outer Market, known as "Tokyo’s Kitchen". The guide will objectively introduce featured local delicacies such as freshly sliced tuna sushi, sweet and chewy tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), seafood bowls, tuna bowls, beef bowls, and Japanese rice balls. Guests can choose shops independently and pay at their own expense to savor authentic flavors, immersing themselves in the hustle and bustle of a traditional Japanese market.
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
2. Public Transportation (Tsukiji → Asakusa): Take public transportation to Asakusa. The guide will teach you how to take Japanese trains hand-in-hand, covering the entire process of ticket purchasing, transfers, and boarding.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
3. Sensoji Temple Area Tour (Total Duration: 90 minutes)
Sensoji Temple Observation Deck: Climb the observation deck for a panoramic view of Sensoji Temple, capturing the Five-Story Pagoda, ancient temple buildings, and surrounding scenery—an ideal spot for photos.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
4. Shopping Street: Wander along the traditional Japanese shopping street, browse various small shops, and pick up Japanese souvenirs while experiencing the vibrant local atmosphere of Asakusa.
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
5. Sensoji Temple: Explore Tokyo’s oldest temple, learn about its thousand-year history and culture, and experience traditional rituals such as hand purification and prayer.
Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
6. Asakusa Shrine: Visit the ancient shrine adjacent to Sensoji Temple, discover the roots of Japanese prayer culture, and admire the shrine’s architecture and garden scenery.
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
7. Hoppy Street: Stroll along the street to feel the unique local vibe and experience the daily charm of Asakusa.
Duration: Approximately 10 minutes
12:30 Arrive at Azuma Bridge, trip concludes. You are able to arrange the rest of their itinerary freely.
Highlights
- Tsukiji Market: Guide introduces authentic local delicacies.
- Flexible dining: Guests choose and pay for food independently.
- Practical skill: Learn to take Japanese trains with guidance.
- In-depth tour: Explore Sensoji Temple’s core cultural sites.
- Efficient itinerary: Cover key Asakusa spots seamlessly.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Tour details sent via email by 19:00 the day before. Check inbox, spam, and promotions.
2. Routes and stop times may change on weekends/public holidays due to traffic or early closures.
3. No refunds will be issued for cancellations or no-shows due to personal reasons.
4. Comfortable Footwear
The tour involves extended periods of walking. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
5. Punctuality
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early. No refunds will be provided for late arrivals or failure to join the tour.
6. Food & Age Restrictions
Some activities like sake tasting may have age restrictions. Please consult your guide in advance if you have questions.
7. Infants aged 0–3 can be accommodated. Please inform us in advance by email with details. Last‑minute notifications may result in being unable to board.
For other situations or possible charges, please consult us directly—we’ll be happy to explain the details.
8. Additional travel insurance recommended.
Address: 4-chōme-8-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
Meeting time: 9:30 AM
1. Kindly arrive at the meeting point 15 mins prior to departure.
2. No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
3. Spot your guide
4. Important Note: Please contact your guide on your own one day in advance.
INCLUDED
- Professional English guide service
- One-Way Train Ticket from Tsukiji to Asakusa
NOT INCLUDED
- All meal fees
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, prayer items, additional drinks, etc.)
- Personal travel/accident insurance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
