Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour with Local Guide
by Ebisuya Asakusa
Choose from 6 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.¥12,000Overview
This motorized rickshaw tour in Tokyo lasts from 30 minutes up to 3 hours, allowing riders to choose a route that suits their interests. A local rickshaw driver guides the tour through the Asakusa district, which blends traditional, modern, and cultural sites. Passengers see temples, shrines, old streets, and gardens while riding comfortably in a traditional Japanese rickshaw. Possible stops include the Asakusa neighborhood with its mix of old and new, historic Edo-period streets, and a street decorated with raccoon figurines. The tour may also cover the Asakusa Hanayashiki, one of Japan’s oldest amusement parks, and the Asahi Beer Headquarters, noted for its golden flame-shaped top. For those wanting a quieter experience, the route can cross the Sumida River to Sumida Park and Ushijima Shrine, where visitors can enjoy a Japanese garden and learn about the shrine’s unusual three-entrance gate. Views of the Tokyo Skytree from across the river provide a good photo opportunity. Other possible stops include Sensoji Temple’s colorful gate, Asakusa Shrine, Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden temple with its radish decorations, Imado Shrine known for cat figurines, and entertainment sites like Asakusa Engei Hall and Rokku Broadway. The tour is flexible and can be customized based on rider preferences. It includes a rickshaw ride with a local driver, but does not cover food, drinks, gratuities, or hotel transfers. The driver may speak English or Japanese, depending on availability and guest preference.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Asakusa
The tour covers different locations depending on the chosen option. Asakusa is a Tokyo neighborhood mixing retro, traditional, religious, quirky, modern, and cultural features throughout.
Historic Edo Period Street
A street lined with stores and house facades dating back to the Edo period, reflecting old Tokyo architecture.
Raccoon-Themed Street
A street decorated with raccoon figurines placed every few meters, creating a unique local theme.
Asakusa Hanayashiki
One of Japan’s oldest amusement parks, still operating and offering traditional rides and attractions.
Asahi Beer Headquarters
Office building topped with the distinctive golden flame sculpture, a recognizable landmark in Asakusa.
Ushijima Shrine
A Shinto shrine notable for having a gate with three entrances instead of the usual single entry. The stop includes about 15 minutes to explore.
15 min
Tokyo Skytree
A spot across the Sumida River providing excellent views of the Tokyo Skytree, suitable for photography.
Sensoji Temple Gate
A brightly colored and prominent gate that leads visitors to the Sensoji Temple grounds and Asakusa Shrine.
Asakusa Shrine
A Shinto shrine located on the grounds of Sensoji Temple, where visitors learn about the coexistence of Shinto and Buddhist traditions.
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden
A Buddhist temple affiliated with Sensoji Temple, known for its radish motifs on lanterns and decorations. Visitors spend about 15 minutes here.
15 min
Imado Shrine
A Shinto shrine famous for many cat figurines, especially the manekineko or beckoning cat. The visit lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Asakusa Engei Hall
The central venue for traditional Japanese comedy and variety shows, located in Asakusa’s entertainment district.
Rokku Broadway
A street formerly Tokyo’s main entertainment district before World War II, hosting cinemas and theaters, now part of the retro area.
Sumida Park
A long park along the Sumida River known for cherry blossoms in spring, a rest area for sightseeing, and views of the Tokyo Skytree.
Meeting point
outside exit #1 of the ASAKUSA STATION on the TOKYO METRO GINZA LINE (be careful, there are two separate stations called Asakusa Station). As there are a few other companies offering rickshaw services, be sure to look for the stand which has EBISUYA written on it! *Exit A1 is the incorrect exit!!!
End point
finishing point can will be decided on the day of the tour. Discuss it directly with your guide.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour with Local Guide
by Ebisuya Asakusa
Choose from 6 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.¥12,000Overview
This motorized rickshaw tour in Tokyo lasts from 30 minutes up to 3 hours, allowing riders to choose a route that suits their interests. A local rickshaw driver guides the tour through the Asakusa district, which blends traditional, modern, and cultural sites. Passengers see temples, shrines, old streets, and gardens while riding comfortably in a traditional Japanese rickshaw. Possible stops include the Asakusa neighborhood with its mix of old and new, historic Edo-period streets, and a street decorated with raccoon figurines. The tour may also cover the Asakusa Hanayashiki, one of Japan’s oldest amusement parks, and the Asahi Beer Headquarters, noted for its golden flame-shaped top. For those wanting a quieter experience, the route can cross the Sumida River to Sumida Park and Ushijima Shrine, where visitors can enjoy a Japanese garden and learn about the shrine’s unusual three-entrance gate. Views of the Tokyo Skytree from across the river provide a good photo opportunity. Other possible stops include Sensoji Temple’s colorful gate, Asakusa Shrine, Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden temple with its radish decorations, Imado Shrine known for cat figurines, and entertainment sites like Asakusa Engei Hall and Rokku Broadway. The tour is flexible and can be customized based on rider preferences. It includes a rickshaw ride with a local driver, but does not cover food, drinks, gratuities, or hotel transfers. The driver may speak English or Japanese, depending on availability and guest preference.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Asakusa
The tour covers different locations depending on the chosen option. Asakusa is a Tokyo neighborhood mixing retro, traditional, religious, quirky, modern, and cultural features throughout.
Historic Edo Period Street
A street lined with stores and house facades dating back to the Edo period, reflecting old Tokyo architecture.
Raccoon-Themed Street
A street decorated with raccoon figurines placed every few meters, creating a unique local theme.
Asakusa Hanayashiki
One of Japan’s oldest amusement parks, still operating and offering traditional rides and attractions.
Asahi Beer Headquarters
Office building topped with the distinctive golden flame sculpture, a recognizable landmark in Asakusa.
Ushijima Shrine
A Shinto shrine notable for having a gate with three entrances instead of the usual single entry. The stop includes about 15 minutes to explore.
15 min
Tokyo Skytree
A spot across the Sumida River providing excellent views of the Tokyo Skytree, suitable for photography.
Sensoji Temple Gate
A brightly colored and prominent gate that leads visitors to the Sensoji Temple grounds and Asakusa Shrine.
Asakusa Shrine
A Shinto shrine located on the grounds of Sensoji Temple, where visitors learn about the coexistence of Shinto and Buddhist traditions.
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden
A Buddhist temple affiliated with Sensoji Temple, known for its radish motifs on lanterns and decorations. Visitors spend about 15 minutes here.
15 min
Imado Shrine
A Shinto shrine famous for many cat figurines, especially the manekineko or beckoning cat. The visit lasts about 15 minutes.
15 min
Asakusa Engei Hall
The central venue for traditional Japanese comedy and variety shows, located in Asakusa’s entertainment district.
Rokku Broadway
A street formerly Tokyo’s main entertainment district before World War II, hosting cinemas and theaters, now part of the retro area.
Sumida Park
A long park along the Sumida River known for cherry blossoms in spring, a rest area for sightseeing, and views of the Tokyo Skytree.
Meeting point
outside exit #1 of the ASAKUSA STATION on the TOKYO METRO GINZA LINE (be careful, there are two separate stations called Asakusa Station). As there are a few other companies offering rickshaw services, be sure to look for the stand which has EBISUYA written on it! *Exit A1 is the incorrect exit!!!
End point
finishing point can will be decided on the day of the tour. Discuss it directly with your guide.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.