Tokyo · ASAKUSA
11 reviewed
The 11 asakusa tours below made the cut from everything we’ve reviewed across the region. Prices, durations and one standout note on each.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $106Our pick
Watch retired sumo wrestlers, learn the rules, eat chicken chanko-nabe, and join the fun at this family-friendly Asakusa dinner show.
“Fun experience learning about the culture and rules of sumo wrestling. Also watched a match between two retired sumo wrestlers. My kids loved it!”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $464
See Mt. Fuji from Chureito Pagoda, five lakes, shrines, and ropeway viewpoints on a flexible private day trip from Tokyo.
“The most wonderful experience large in part to our amazing driver, Utah. Our weather was awesome. Be prepared to hike 1/2 mile worth of steps. The top was worth it for view. Highly recommend!”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $55
Dress in a kimono, learn the meaning behind Japanese tea rituals, make matcha, and take photos near Senso-ji in Tokyo’s Asakusa district.
“This activity is a hidden gem! The dress up segment was simply marvelous! The tea making experience was really inspiring and was very easy to follow. Afterwards, they would let you keep the kimono for the rest of the day and can visit the temple to enjoy an authentic experience. Highly recommend!”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $20
Explore Asakusa on a small-group walk through Senso-ji, Nakamise, Hoppy Street, and Azuma Bridge with a local English-speaking guide.
“Ayaka was an excellent guide. She shared a lot of details about the history and the significance of the temple include the shrine.”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $28
Review of Tokyo’s Samurai Ninja Museum: guided history, costumes, sword skills, shuriken throwing, and family-friendly fun for about $28.
“I worked with two other people to find small ninja stickers in one room. They found them and I got a sticker. It was fun dressing up as a Samurai.”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $21
Make a textured silver ring in Asakusa using Japanese Tankin hammering, with English guidance, same-day pickup, and optional upgrades.
“Absolute nicest staff. An amazing experience to do in Tokyo! Our rings are so beautiful and I love that we made them. 11/10 recommend!!!”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $19Best value
Explore Asakusa with a local guide, from Kaminarimon and Sensoji to street food, matcha sweets, Hoppy Street, and Japanese shops.
“I booked this tour the day before or the day of, I was the only one on this tour and they were nice enough not to cancel. This tour is for curious travelers. I learned so much about Japanese culture, food and traditions that I wouldn't have knowRead more”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $50
Review of Asakusa-Kaguwa’s lively 60-minute Japanese dance cabaret, with sword fights, lion dance, costumes, laser effects, and practical booking tips.
“Just an amazing show. The best part was Amelia, our server. She was so nice and patient. The performers came out before the show started and spoke with us. They put a kimono on us for a photo, got a photo with Sakura and the cast. Read more”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $31
Make four handmade Tosa Washi postcards in Asakusa, wearing samue workwear and learning a 1,000-year-old Japanese craft.
“Did this activity with 3 teenage daughters. We enjoyed learning about how the paper is made starting from the mulberry tree itself and then actually using the fibers to make our own paper/postcards . To add a color design there was a small fee- would rather have had this included with original cost but it was minimal. the instructor was friendly and answered questions about technique and history.”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $92
Drive a mini kart through Tokyo’s streets, with Akihabara photos, neon views, costumes, souvenirs, and strict IDP rules.
“If you’re looking for something fun and calm to do I highly recommend this activity the host is friendly from the minute you enter the place. You get to choose a fun costume and they take pictures as you ride. There is also a phone stand in the kart that you can use to prop your phone and take videos.”
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $165
Build a private Tokyo day around temples, markets, food, and local neighborhoods with an English-speaking guide for five flexible hours.
“Charles was an amazing guide, taking us to many amazing locations throughout the city. He made our first day in the city a lot of fun.”