Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour

Overview

Climb aboard a traditional Japanese rickshaw for an unforgettable view of the Asakusa district in Tokyo. Your knowledgeable guide will steer you to some of Tokyo’s many iconic sites, districts, temples and shrines while illuminating the history behind them all. Enjoy scenic views of maple and cherry trees, gardens, soaring skyscrapers, and traditional businesses. If you’re looking for a carefree, customizable way to see Tokyo, this is it. Apart from the above courses, we have other special course for guests who really want to get away from the city. If you have already seen the crowds and buildings in Tokyo, let’s get away from that and enjoy the view across the sumida river and go into places where you can refresh your mind under the quiet trees and monument of Asahi beer headquarter! We shall go across the bridge to the peaceful area of sumida park and Ushijima shrine where you can enjoy the Japanese garden park and lucky fortune cow shrine.

Itinerary

1. Asakusa

   locations covered during the tour depend on the option selected. Asakusa is a neighbourhood in Tokyo where you can find a wonderful mix of retro, traditional, religious, quirky, modern and cultural elements around every corner.

   · Non-stop passage

2. historic street with stores and housing facades of the Edo period

   · Non-stop passage

3. quirky street where the main theme is 'raccoons'. There are various raccoon figurines every few meters along this street

   · Non-stop passage

4. Asakusa Hanayashiki

   One of the oldest amusement parks in Japan, still in operation

   · Non-stop passage

5. Asahi Beer Headquarters

   Asahi Beer Headquarters, with the iconic golden 'flame' on top of the building

   · Non-stop passage

6. Ushijima Shrine

   A Shinto Shrine. Find out why this Shrine has a gate with three entrances instead of the standard one entrance.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

7. Tokyo Skytree

   excellent view on the Tokyo Skytree from across the Sumida River. This is a good photo spot.

   · Non-stop passage

8. Colourful and bright gate leading to the Sensoji Temple and Asakusa Shrine.

   · Non-stop passage

9. Asakusa Shrine

   A shinto shrine located on the temple grounds of the impressive Sensoji Temple. Learn about the differences between Shinto and Buddhism and how they peacefully coexist.

   · Non-stop passage

10. Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden

    A buddhist temples, one of the constituent temples of the Sensoji Temple. Find out why there are so many radishes in the temple and painted on the lanterns

    · 15 min· Admission not included

11. Imado Shrine

    A Shinto Shrine which features a lot of cat figurines, especially the manekineko, the beckoning cat.

    · 15 min· Admission not included

12. Asakusa Engei Hall

    Venue that was and is still the heart of Asakusa's entertainment district. Come here to experience Japanese comedy and shows!

    · Non-stop passage

13. Rokku Broadway

    The Rokku Street, now part of the retro district, used to be THE most popular entertainment district in Tokyo before the war. Cinema's and theatres were located here!

    · Non-stop passage

14. The Sumida Park is a long park lining the Sumida River. Here you can view the cherry blossoms in spring, take break and relax from sightseeing and enjoy an excellent view on the Tokyo Skytree just across the river.

    · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

• Important: If you didn't specify your preferable departure time at the time of booking, please contact the local tour provider at your earliest convenience • For exact rickshaw meeting point, please go to 'Overview' page and click on "View additional info" • If you prefer Chinese, Korean or Japanese-speaking driver/guide, please confirm with the local tour provider in prior to your travel date for availability • This tour can be customized depending on your interests. Please consult with the local tour provider prior to your travel date for any special requests • No rickshaw ride is allowed in Sensoji Temple/Asakusa Temple area including the temple buildings, temple grounds, and Nakamise shopping street • Tour will run until 6pm between May and August

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over
• Children aged 5 years and under may ride the rickshaw free of charge, provided that they sit on an adult’s lap
• A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children (5 years or under) can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on ad adult's lap)
• While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability.
• Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly
• This tour can be customized depending on your interests
• No rickshaw ride is allowed in Sensoji Temple/Asakusa Temple area including the temple buildings, temple grounds, and Nakamise shopping street
• English and Japanese-speaking driver/guide is available, subject to availability. Please specify your preferable language at checkout
• If a child 5 years will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult.
• finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
• landmarks listed under 'itinerary' may not all be possible for shorter tour durations. Please consult in advance or directly with guide.
• Please bring baby carrier/wrap for small children

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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