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¿Curioso por saber más sobre la historia de Tokio? Únase a un experto en historia local en un recorrido perspicaz que le mostrará un lado de la ciudad que no se puede encontrar en ningún libro. Esta experiencia te abrirá los ojos al pasado y los orígenes de Tokio desde una perspectiva local mientras aprendes sobre el Templo Sensoji y el distrito de Asakusa.

Destination

Tokyo, Japan

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 horas

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, 中文, 日本語, Türkçe, Português

Included

• Private Guide
• Offering at Sensoji temple
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions
• tips

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 6 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of the supermarket OZEKI, across the street from Kaminarimon Gate entrance - Tokyo to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Templo Sensoji y distrito de Asakusa

   Su recorrido por la historia de Tokio se centrará en el Templo Sensoji y el distrito de Asakusa. Conozca los impactos, las ideas y escuche historias relacionadas con este evento histórico de su anfitrión experto. Descubre la ciudad mientras recorres la historia y profundizas en los efectos que esta parte de la historia tiene en Tokio.

4. Aspectos destacados históricos

   Eche un vistazo a los principales puntos de referencia relacionados con el tema de su recorrido histórico y conecte su relevancia a través de historias y hechos fantásticos de su anfitrión local experto.

5. Tesoros escondidos

   Durante su recorrido, también descubrirá gemas ocultas que le mostrarán una perspectiva diferente de la historia tal como la conoce, ¡algo que no puede encontrar fácilmente en un libro de historia!

6. Viaje de narración

   A medida que descubras el lado histórico de Tokio, podrás retroceder en el tiempo gracias a las increíbles historias y las habilidades narrativas de tu anfitrión local. Siéntase libre de hacer cualquier pregunta y sienta como si estuviera relevando la historia en el tiempo presente.

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Danielle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gulay)

30 junio 2025

Gulay was a joy to spend our first jet lagged morning in Tokyo. Our kids are 10 and 12 years old and she made our 3 hour tour around Asakusa interesting and enjoyable for both the kids and the adults. She taught us how to pray at two different temples, gave us some history of the area, showed us the BEST foods to try (come hungry!) and continued to text great tips after our tour. I definitely recommend a tour with her towards the beginning of your stay. She was an absolute joy to be around too. Just the right amount of calm energy we were seeking with our jet lag. I would definitely recommend booking her and would love to see her again the next time we are in Tokyo. Amazing day in Asakusa - 2 kids/ 4 adults

Erin🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Sheilina)

31 mayo 2025

We had 24 hours to spend in Tokyo and wanted to see as much as possible. We booked our tour with Sheilina and she was very accomdating with our schedule and short notice booking. Sheilina was absolutely wonderful, she was kind and professional. She took time to explain cultural and spiritual practices and traditions as we toured the district. She had many food and entertainment suggestions and they were all fabulous reccomendations!! She helped us connect the dots, we learned so much and had such a nice time. I highly reccomend Sheilina! Great tour guide!

Unknown

(About local Sheilina)

30 mayo 2025

We had a great time with Sheilina!! She gave us a very nice and informative afternoon in Asakusa; we would book a tour with her again anytime - absolute recommendationA great tour with Sheilina in Asakusa!

Vladimir and Zena🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

30 mayo 2025

We selected Tokyo history and Asskusa tour and had chosen Carlos based on favorite reviews on website. Also, our previous experience with same company in Kanazawa was a very positive one. However, unfortunately experience with Carlos was on the opposite side. He was barely engaged, shared very little and rather had to be prompted to share information. While walking streets in Asskusa said a little about the area just pointing out to some local business. Although tour supposed to last 3 hours he wanted to end it 30 min earlier and only after our questions “volunteered” to take subway with us in the direction we were going next anyway. Tokyo is a beautiful city and Carlis has a pleasant personality but as a personal tour guide he certainly failed to help us appreciate the Tokyo rich history and beauty.Disappointing experience want a refund

Christina🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gulay)

26 mayo 2025

Our tour with Gulay was the perfect way to kick off our time in Tokyo. From the moment we met her, it was clear how passionate and knowledgeable she is—not just about the city, but also about helping visitors truly experience it. We were a group of 8, and she managed the size effortlessly, making sure everyone felt included and engaged. Her warmth and enthusiasm made it easy to ask questions, and she always had thoughtful insights and fun facts to share. Gulay’s excitement was infectious, and her thoughtful pacing allowed us to enjoy each stop without ever feeling rushed. We left the tour not only with a deeper understanding of Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District but also with a real appreciation for the culture and people—all thanks to Gulay. Highly recommend booking with her if you're visiting the city!Perfect Introduction to Tokyo!

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(About local Sheilina)

24 mayo 2025

Sheilina was an excellent tour guide—reliable, punctual, and very friendly from the start. We booked two tours and spent six hours exploring Tokyo’s historic and modern districts with her. She was incredibly knowledgeable, arranged a fantastic lunch, and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommended—thank you, Sheilina!Excellent experience

Chris🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Seden)

22 mayo 2025

Seden could is so experienced at doing the Sensoji Temple tour she could probably do it in her sleep. It's just as well because it was pouring with rain on the day of the tour and the temple was crowded as it was a festival day. Seden deserves a medal for completing the tour in such conditions. If that wasn't already going beyond the call of duty, she even helped me get a table at a local okonomiyaki restaurant after the tour was over.Soldering on despite the environment

Cameron & Zenobia🇧🇸 Bahamas

(About local Gulay)

19 mayo 2025

My wife and I had the absolute pleasure of taking The History of Tokyo: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Tour with Gulay, and it was hands down one of the most memorable parts of our Japan trip! From the very beginning, Gulay was warm, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. She guided us through the fascinating history of Sensoji Temple and the Asakusa district with such passion and detail—it felt like walking through the past with a close friend who just happens to be a historian. What made the experience truly unforgettable was how personal and thoughtful she made it. Gulay even took us to a traditional Japanese knife shop tucked away in the district, where I was able to purchase an authentic Japanese knife engraved with my name—a one-of-a-kind souvenir that I’ll treasure forever. She also shared insights on local customs, helped us participate in temple rituals, and pointed out hidden gems we never would have found on our own. Her recommendations for food, shops, and cultural tips were spot on and really enriched our stay in Tokyo. Highly, highly recommended!An Unforgettable Journey with Gulay!

Paul🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Gulay)

13 mayo 2025

Far and away the best guide of our trip, please book Gulay if you get the chance, not only does she know her stuff, she’s really nice too and was happy to tailor our tour to meet our next deadline. Also shared food and temple tips for other days. 10 out of 10Gulay is the best guide!

David🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Gulay)

7 mayo 2025

I was travelling with my father (77) and my sons (17 and 20). On our first day in Japan, we took the Sensoji Temple & Asakusa tour with Gulay. The 4 of us were very satisfied with this experience.First day in Tokyo

belal.rawi🇺🇸 United States

(About local Seden)

5 mayo 2025

Sedan is a wonderful host and guide! She not only shared her knowledge about the neighborhood, temples and shrines - but also provided a detailed history of Tokyo and Japan. She’s very knowledgeable, well spoken, patient and generous with her time. When we share that we have specific dietary restrictions (Halal), she prepared a list of restaurants nearby that would accommodate us. She even spoke to street vendors and restaurants during the tour to ask about their ingredients and cooking practices before we purchased anything. She’s very kind and thoughtful. Touring Tokyo with Sedan felt like visiting our family or friend. I highly recommend her when you visit Japan! Lovely and Memorable Experience

Tom🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Kennedy )

4 mayo 2025

Kennedy was dead on time. She took us to Asakusa, an old area of Tokyo with large temples and a busy shopping area. Kennedy had strong knowledge of local history and architecture. We had some good chats about Japanese religions and legends. We ended with a stroll beside the river. All in all, a good experience. Knowledgeable, chatty guide

Frances🇺🇸 United States

(About local Seden)

27 abril 2025

We loved our morning with Seden. She is kind, knowledgeable, and took extra time showing us things that we had a special interest in. She explained all of the various shrines and traditions at Senso-ji, and even accompanied us outside of the temple grounds to point out interesting shops and the best places for lunch. She is an exceptional guide, we highly recommend her!Excellent Asakusa Experience

Repa🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Gulay)

25 abril 2025

Gulay was an exceptional tour guide. We did the history of Tokyo tour with her on a very rainy day. Her knowledge was wonderful, she took us to parts of the city that we would not have otherwise seen and she provided recommendations for the remainder of our stay in Tokyo. This included restaurant recommendations to suit my dietary needs. She went above and beyond what was required for the tour. I would highly recommend her, if you are in TokyoCannot recommend Gulay highly enough!

Silvia 🇮🇹 Italy

(About local MD ABU BAKOR)

23 abril 2025

Abu was very helpful even with a rainy day and made our day special

Kamalanand🇮🇳 India

(About local Sheilina)

16 abril 2025

Sheilina custom built a tour for us and made it very memorable for my daughter with the Japanese traditional dress. She covered the most important places, best eatries & of course narrated historical stories. Our family throughly enjoyed the tour.Engaging & Enjoyable

Christine🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Sheilina)

15 abril 2025

What a wonderful introduction to the fascinating and beautifully preserved Asakusa! Sheilina was such a fabulous guide. Even though the day was not perfect weather wise it didn’t affect our tour at all. She had a vast understanding of the history, culture and local hidden gems of Asakusa and she was able to fit so much in our 3 hour tour. Sheilina was so very helpful answering all our questions and showed us places where we could go back later for a meal. Lively Hoppy Street was a favourite. Thank-you Sheilina - you were the perfect guide for our introduction into Japan. Magical Asakusa

Jillian🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

11 abril 2025

My family had a great time with Sheilina. She was extremely knowledgeable and knew what my kids would like and understand! She showed us the best shops and restaurants, explained the history of the area and was lovely to spend time with. The Asakusa tour included everything we hoped to see. I highly recommend this tour with Sheilina!Wonderful Tour with Sheilina

Suzanne🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Seden)

10 abril 2025

Seden was a friendly and knowledgeable guide who wears her learning lightly. She also gave us some really great tips for other things to see in Tokyo which we might have missed. Recommend!Great tour!

Charlotte🇳🇴 Norway

(About local Seden)

29 marzo 2025

Seden was everything we could have hoped for in a guide: Pleasant, knowledgeable, and adaptable. Meaning that she quickly understood what we were interested in and was able to put what we saw into local, historical, and cultural contexts. Highly recommended!The perfect local guide!

Kyle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sayuri)

21 marzo 2025

My friends and I had an amazing experience with Sayuri in Asakusa! She was extremely helpful, communicative, knowledgeable, and just genuinely fun to be with. When I booked the tour a few weeks in advance, Sayuri reached out ahead of time about a schedule conflict. Fortunately, we had the option to stick with her and tour a different day, which was absolutely the right decision. She did a great job showing us all the ins and outs of the Asakusa district and introduced us to a whole load of new snacks and foods on top of it. To top it off she even managed to help us pick a place and make reservations for dinner later that day! My friends and I are super grateful to her and I can’t recommend Sayuri enough!Fantastic day in Asakusa with Sayuri!

Stacey🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

20 marzo 2025

We had a lovely time visiting the historic Temple in Tokyo. Sheilina was very knowledgeable, interesting and knew her way around. She brought us to an observation lookout with ease, took us to the best places for local delicacies and shared protocols and customs. Highly recommend Historic Temple Visit in Tokyo

Brenna

(About local Sheilina)

12 marzo 2025

She was very patient with kids and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour early in your stay as she has lots of great ideas and tips for things to do! Great guide!

Jack🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Sheilina)

22 febrero 2025

Sheilina did a great job touring us around the Asakusa. She pointed out unique shops along the way and made time for us to pick up souvenirs. The tour gave good background on Tokyo and the different temples we visited. Would highly recommend a tour with Sheilina when visiting Tokyo.Great walk through Asakusa

reemfaisalmas

(About local Sheilina)

21 enero 2025

Shelia was a very warm, respectful, and wonderful guide who took us about Tokyo. With a very friendly nature and gave us a glimpse of the history. Definitely made our trip memorable. She is committed to making sure we are enjoying our time, everything you want in a guide and more. Exceptional

Amy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

20 enero 2025

Our host Sheilina was amazing! Friendly, helpful, accommodating, and very relaxed in explaining everything about the history of the area and temple. All of this in cold and windy weather, which could not dampen our day and experience. Great day tour!

Dominic🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Kennedy )

15 enero 2025

Thought provoking, insightful well spoken really interesting guide who gets to the heart of illustrating the Tokyo experience with plenty of context. Incredibly insightful

Lucie🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Seden)

12 enero 2025

Seden was a fantastic guide for our first day in Tokyo. She was kind and thoughtful in helping us to manage our two very overtired boys. She found ways to interest them, give them breaks and answered all of their questions. She also helped us with some specific shopping recommendations, which was great. It was very interesting to hear about her career designing kimonos and her experiences of living and working in Japan. We thoroughly recommend Seden as a guide, she’s a delightful person and very knowledgeable. Thank you so much!!Wonderful Guide

Jennifer🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

11 enero 2025

lieke

(About local Carlos)

9 enero 2025

Pleasant person but I had hoped to get more proactive and broader information, or guidance as being a local host who asks the group to come together to hear his information.

Shareen🇺🇲 United States Minor Outlying Islands

(About local Sheilina)

25 noviembre 2024

Sheilina was fun and knowledgeable and made excellent suggestions for restaurants and activities around Asakusa. She even helped us make reservations for dinner and a terrific sumo experience! Highly recommend! Asakusa

Anna

(About local Sheilina)

21 noviembre 2024

Sheilina was a wonderful tour guide. Organized, kind, engaging, personable and incredibly patient when we stopped to look at everything that was in our path. She was knowledgeable both of Japanese history and also willing to answer our many questions about Japanese society and culture.Asakusa walking tour

Jean🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Seden)

16 noviembre 2024

We have travelled extensively, but found Seden to be exceptional as a guide. She was knowledgeable, gave us glimpses of Tokyo life off the beaten path , flexible, fluent in Japanese, helpful in making further plans, kept in touch afterwards to make sure our other arrangements were going to work. She has a delightful sense of humour, was personable and kind. Can’t say enough good about her.One if the best tour guides ever!

Pinar🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Gulay)

6 noviembre 2024

Lorraine🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

3 noviembre 2024

Sheilina is definitely a 5 star guide! Enjoyed a fabulous walking tour with her in the Asakusa area and Sensoji Temple. Her knowledge of historical info and cultural insights were greatly appreciated. It was special to see the traditional Edo period architecture and speciality stores on the many side streets we explored. Lots of fun sampling various local delicacies from the Asakusa area and getting shopping tips too! She made it a wonderful and enjoyable experience even on a rainy day. Sheilina also has great sightseeing suggestions for other areas like Kamakura. We visited there and saw beautiful shrines which were even more impressive than Tokyo. Lots of interesting eateries, scenic parks and local shops. It was easy to get there on the train from Shibuya Station. I actually preferred Kamakura to Tokyo for sightseeing.Excellent, knowledgeable, friendly guide

Lauren

(About local Gulay)

28 octubre 2024

Gulay showed us all the sites and gave us a thorough history. We ended the day smarter than we started. Highly recommend.So much fun ans very informative

Pierre🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Gulay)

19 octubre 2024

We had a great tou with Gulay to discover Tokyo on our first day. Gulay has been very helpful with insights and tips. ThanksTokyo with Gulay

Heather🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sheilina)

11 octubre 2024

We had an incredible time with Sheilina, our tour guide. It was our first day in Tokyo and she quickly acclimated us to the culture and history. We highly recommend Sheilina to anyone looking for a memorable tour of Tokyo and beyond. Thank you!Amazing Tour of Asakusa District

Grace

(About local Sheilina)

2 octubre 2024

Sheilina was kind and informative. She was a great guide and understood that we love the not-so-touristy kinds of experiences. She also recommended a great place for lunch after the tour. We loved chatting with her and spending the morning together. Sheilina was awesome.

broughton🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Sheilina)

1 octubre 2024

Had a fantastic and informative walk around Asakusa with Sheilina. We really enjoyed it and would recommend it for Tokyo novices. Great family tour

Robbie🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Alessandra)

15 septiembre 2024

Can't recommend Alessandra highly enough. She was on time , very knowledgeable, informative and very friendly. She took us to great places and made our tour of Tokyo very memorable. 10 out of 10.. Book her you will not be disappointed!!!Great tour guide

Ian🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Seden)

11 septiembre 2024

Seden was a perfect tour guide showing us many sights we just would not have seen on our own. She was also very patient and her knowledge of the local area was first class stopping at various points of interest along the way. Thank you.A great morning.

Marisol🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gulay)

25 agosto 2024

Gulag was an awesome tour guide. She took us to a beautiful and fun neighborhood. We learned a lot of temples and shrines. It was exactly what we had hoped for! She also gave us amazing recommendations. Thank you Gulag for being amazing! Amazing Tour

Damiano🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Gulay)

21 agosto 2024

Bradley🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

10 julio 2024

We recently enjoyed a fantastic 3-hour tour of Asakusa with Carlos, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Carlos took us through the iconic sights, local shops of Asakusa, sharing his knowledge and engaging stories along the way. His ability to communicate fluently in Spanish was a huge plus for our Spanish-speaking in-laws, making them feel welcomed and included throughout the tour. Carlos was incredibly kind and considerate, ensuring that everyone in our group had a great time. He provided us with insights into the local culture and history that we would have missed on our own, including a local-artisan museum. Overall, we highly recommend Carlos for anyone looking to explore Asakusa. His expertise, friendly demeanor, and accommodating nature made our visit truly memorable. Five stars!A great guide to have by your side!

Anne🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Grazi)

23 junio 2024

Having originally booked our walking tour with Carlos based on these reviews, it was disappointing to then be switched out at the last minute for another host. Grazi was friendly and kind but didn’t speak great English and couldn’t offer any extra insights on the history of the area. She did make a few food recommendations which was helpful. But we were pretty underwhelmed to be honest.Disappointing experience

Vicki🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gulay)

12 junio 2024

We loved this young lady so much, we came home from our first tour and booked her again. This time, Gulay took us to Asakusa where she did her magic and easily retold the fascinating history of the shrine. After touring the shrine, we walked through the market area and tried different foods. What we loved most about her is her willingness to patiently teach us about all the different rituals and practices of Buddhism and Shintoism. Second time’s the charm!

Holger🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Gulay)

8 junio 2024

Gulay guided my family and me through the Asakusa district. She explained everything in detail and vividly. She also provided important insights into Japanese culture and life in Tokyo. She was very warm-hearted and it was a lot of fun to walk through the streets with her. It doesn't get any better than this!Very good tour

Louise🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Gulay)

18 mayo 2024

We were lucky enough to meet Gulay on our first day in Tokyo and she was just amazing! She is so knowledgable and a wonderful person to spend an afternoon with. She has a fantastic understanding of Japan and it's culture and really helped us understand the history and traditions - we would have missed out on so many important details without her to guide us. Can't recommend highly enough. Really hope we have the chance to visit again and do another tour with her. Amazing Gulay!

Eric

(About local Gulay)

8 mayo 2024

Gulay was fantastic! She provided us many recommendations on things to do all over Japan, took us to at least one sight that our friends didn’t know about, and gave us the perfect cultural introduction to Buddhism and Shintoism and shopping in Asaksusa. Highly recommend!Outstanding tour!