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Home4-Hour Culinary And Cultural Journey In Asakusa
Description
Embark on a delightful food tour of Asakusa, and also get to have an immersive cultural experience at the Sensoji Temple grounds. Get up-close insight into the food, lives and culture of Tokyo as you stroll through and munch on sukiyaki, tamagoyaki, and yakitori. Also, taste some crispy and perfectly fried tempura, and end the tour with a visit to Tsukiji Sushisei for some fresh and delicious sushi made with fish from the nearby Tsukiji fish market.
Highlights
- Enjoy the local street food like tempura and yakitori
- Capture beautiful pictures at the Kaminarimon Gate
- Savour the taste of Japan's signature dish, Sushi
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- Start your tour at Asakusa Imahan, a famous restaurant that specializes in sukiyaki, a Japanese hot pot dish made with thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and tofu. However, if you want to have a light breakfast, try their delicious tamagoyaki, a sweet and savoury Japanese omelette that is a popular snack or breakfast food.
- Walk to the Kaminarimon Gate, which is located just a few minutes away from Asakusa Imahan. This gate is a popular tourist attraction and marks the entrance to the Sensoji Temple grounds. Take some time to admire the impressive gate and the bustling street lined with souvenir shops and food stalls.
- Next, head to Asakusa Okashi Land, a popular snack shop that sells traditional Japanese sweets and snacks. Try their freshly made senbei, or rice crackers, which are made with a variety of flavours such as soy sauce, wasabi, and sesame.
- Continue to Toriki, a cosy and authentic yakitori restaurant that specializes in grilled chicken skewers. The restaurant offers a variety of cuts of chicken, from breast to thigh to liver, all seasoned and grilled to perfection. The atmosphere is laid-back and casual, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy some delicious food.
- Head to Daikokuya, a famous tempura restaurant that has been in business since 1887. Their tempura is made with fresh seasonal ingredients and is fried to perfection in a light and crispy batter. The restaurant is especially famous for its shrimp tempura, which is a must-try dish.
- Then, get to tour the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, which is located across the street from the Sensoji Temple grounds. The center has a unique design and offers a great view of the temple and the surrounding area from its observation deck.
- Lastly, walk to Tsukiji Sushisei, a popular sushi restaurant that offers a wide variety of fresh and delicious sushi. The restaurant serves both nigiri sushi (a small piece of fish or seafood on top of rice) and maki sushi (rolls of rice and seaweed filled with fish, vegetables, or other ingredients). The sushi is made with fresh fish from the Tsukiji fish market, which is located nearby. This is also a great lunch/dinner option that will give you a taste of one of Japan's most famous dishes.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
What's Excluded
- Food expenses
- Tip to the guide
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.