Tokyo in Half a Day: Ueno Park & Asakusa
October, 2024
This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
- 10:00 Meet at JR Ueno Station Park Exit
- 10:00 Ueno Park
- 11:30 Ameya-Yokocho
- 12:30 Asakusa
- 13:40 Disband near the Main Hall of Senso-ji Temple
Tour Itinerary in Detail
This private tour of Tokyo began at 10:00, when the guide met the guests at JR Ueno Station Park Exit, and finished at 13:40. The day ran to 3 hours and 40 minutes from start to finish.
From there the group visited Ueno Park at 10:00, eya-Yokocho at 11:30 and Asakusa at 12:30.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Ueno Station to Asakusa Station by subway (180JPY). Across 1 sections the fare came to 180JPY per person.
What Is a Private Walking Tour of Ueno, Ameyoko, and Asakusa Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests, a group visiting Japan from Europe, were guided around Ueno Park, Ameyoko, and Asakusa.
From the Ueno Park exit, we passed by the National Museum of Western Art and Ueno Zoo, and continued to Ueno Toshogu Shrine. This historic shrine dating back to the Edo period made a strong impression on the group. They also said the many stone lanterns were wonderful. After visiting Hanazono Shrine, Ana Inari, and Gojoten Shrine, we went to the Bentendo at Shinobazu Pond. The lotus flowers had already finished blooming, but the green leaves still remained and were beautiful. We visited Kiyomizu Kannon-do and the statue of Saigo Takamori, and then went to Ameyoko. The group purchased the dried fruit they had requested at "Kojimaya."
After that, we headed to Asakusa. First, they enjoyed the view from the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, and along Nakamise they looked for the jinbei they had requested, but there were none in larger sizes, so they purchased a yukata instead. After visiting the main hall of Sensoji Temple and Asakusa Shrine, the group said they would like to have a meal a little early, so we parted ways near the main hall.
It was a refreshing, clear autumn day, and it was a wonderful time spent with a lovely group of guests. Since the only meeting point given was Ueno Station and I did not have detailed information, and I could not get a quick reply, I was a little worried, but I was relieved that we were able to meet without any trouble.
I am also grateful to the staff of [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) for all their support. Thank you very much.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Subway | Ueno Station～Asakusa Station | 180JPY |
| Total | 180JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Tokyo tour start and finish?
The guide met the guests at JR Ueno Station Park Exit at 10:00, and the tour finished at near the Main Hall of Senso-ji Temple at 13:40.
How long does the tour last?
About 3 hours and 40 minutes in total, from 10:00 to 13:40.
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Ueno Park, eya-Yokocho and Asakusa.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 180JPY per person across 1 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
The guide is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Tokyo itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
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