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Asakusa Cultural Journey from Edo Traditions to Rakugo Laughter
Product code 63670P197
From
From JPY 8,000
Dates
Sep 7, 2026 to May 17, 2027
Start times
5:00 PM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 11:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 7-100
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Asakusa Cultural Journey from Edo Traditions to Rakugo Laughter
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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Asakusa Cultural Journey from Edo Traditions to Rakugo Laughter





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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
"MagicalTrip's Exclusive Collaboration tour created in partnership with Rakugo Master /Broadway performer Katsura Sunshine. Sample classic Edo street foods as you stroll through Nakamise Street. Discover Senso-ji temple etiquette and explore Asakusa’s rich collection of traditional shops and cultural spots. Rakugo Comic Storytelling in English by Canadian Katsura Sunshine who performs Rakugo in New York on Broadway once a month Gain an understanding of Edo-period daily life—enhancing your appreciation of the humor and storytelling in Rakugo."
Overview
"MagicalTrip's Exclusive Collaboration tour created in partnership with Rakugo Master /Broadway performer Katsura Sunshine. Sample classic Edo street foods as you stroll through Nakamise Street. Discover Senso-ji temple etiquette and explore Asakusa’s rich collection of traditional shops and cultural spots. Rakugo Comic Storytelling in English by Canadian Katsura Sunshine who performs Rakugo in New York on Broadway once a month Gain an understanding of Edo-period daily life—enhancing your appreciation of the humor and storytelling in Rakugo."
What's Included
Included
Tour photos
Small snack
A local guide: An English-speaking guide
Ticket of Rakugo Katsura Sunshine in Tokyo
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 3 minute walk from Asakusa station Ginza Line Exit #1 - Your guide will be holding a red/orange sign "MagicalTrip"
End point
We will disperse at the venue-Mokuba-tei
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Meeting place: In front of Kaminarimon Police Box
Stop 2
25 minutes
Stop 2
Nakamise shopping street The tour begins at the iconic Kaminarimon Gate. Stroll down the bustling Nakamise shopping street to taste 400-year-old traditional Edo snacks like rice crackers.
Stop 3
20 minutes
Stop 3
Afterward, step into the sacred grounds of Senso-ji Temple, where your local guide will teach you authentic worship etiquette and the deep spiritual meaning behind the incense smoke, fully immersing you in Japan's history.
Stop 4
1 hour
Stop 4
Nishi-sando Dive into Asakusa's colorful backstreets to discover the roots of Tokyo's historic entertainment district. Walk through Nishi-sando to learn how simple props like folding fans are used in traditional storytelling
Stop 5
10 minutes
Stop 5
Hoppy street We will then explore "Rokku," the historical theater hub, and feel the nostalgic atmosphere of Hoppy Street, where the casual drinking culture of everyday Edo commoners is still very much alive today.
Stop 6
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 6
English Rakugo Performance (70mins) at Mokuba-tei Laugh Out Loud: World-Class English Rakugo Comedy Show by Katsura Sunshine The ultimate cultural journey concludes at the Mokubatei theater with an exclusive Rakugo (traditional Japanese comic storytelling) performance! Because you just experienced the Edo lifestyle on the streets, the context of the jokes will be twice as funny. Sit back and laugh out loud as Broadway star and renowned Canadian Rakugo master, Katsura Sunshine, brings Edo stories to life entirely in English.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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