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Japanese Sample Food Making and Asakusa History Tour
Product code 27666P35
From
From JPY 17,600
Dates
Jun 17, 2019 to Apr 29, 2027
Start times
10:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 7-99
Options
Private Tour
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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese, Zh Cn
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 17,600
Japanese Sample Food Making and Asakusa History Tour
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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese, Zh Cn
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
The Japanese Sample (Sampuru) Food Making Experience and Asakusa History Tour includes a class that explores the Japanese craft of making fake food for restaurant displays in Japan and walking tour of Kappabashi and Asakusa Sensoji Temple to learn about the history of the area. In the 3-hour tour, learn about the history and traditional craft of Sampuru food with an English-speaking guide and translator before going to Kappabashi and Sensoji Temple. Before the workshop, see different types of Sampuru models and learn how this craft was started and what the significance of sampuru food displays are in Japan. After the explanations, get a hands-on experience making tempura sampuru foods, which you can take home as a souvenir. This is a great experience for anyone, including young children (age 7 and up).
Overview
The Japanese Sample (Sampuru) Food Making Experience and Asakusa History Tour includes a class that explores the Japanese craft of making fake food for restaurant displays in Japan and walking tour of Kappabashi and Asakusa Sensoji Temple to learn about the history of the area. In the 3-hour tour, learn about the history and traditional craft of Sampuru food with an English-speaking guide and translator before going to Kappabashi and Sensoji Temple. Before the workshop, see different types of Sampuru models and learn how this craft was started and what the significance of sampuru food displays are in Japan. After the explanations, get a hands-on experience making tempura sampuru foods, which you can take home as a souvenir. This is a great experience for anyone, including young children (age 7 and up).
What's Included
Included
Guided history walk of Kappabashi and Sensoji Temple.
Consumption tax and applicable service charges.
English-speaking private tour guide.
Souvenir food sample made during the class.
Sampuru food sample making workshop.
Photo opportunities.
Not included
Admission fees or optional activities not specifically listed as included.
Meals, snacks, and drinks.
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Transportation to and from the meeting point.
Personal expenses and souvenirs.
Gratuities, optional.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
The directions will be provided after booking.
End point
The directions will be provided after booking.
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
3 Chome-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan
Stop 2
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Visiting Sensoji Temple (also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple), which is Tokyo's most popular and oldest temple.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
Bustling shopping street connecting the main gate of Sensoji Temple & the main hall.
Pass by stop 4
Pass by stop 4
1 Chome-1-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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How to Prepare
Other
In the 3-hour Japanese Sample Food Making Experience and Asakusa History Tour, learn about the history and traditional craft of Sampuru food with an English-speaking guide and translator before going to Kappabashi and Sensoji Temple. Before the workshop, see different types of Sampuru models and learn how this craft was started and what the significance of sampuru food displays are in Japan. After the explanations, get a hands-on experience making tempura sampuru foods, which you can take home as a souvenir. This is a great experience for anyone, including young children (age 7 and up).
Other
Only people who are 7 years old or above may participate. All children from age 7 to 14 must be accompanied by a guardian (age 20 or older) at all times.
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How to Prepare
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Attire: The tour operates in all weather conditions (except when there is a typhoon or other extreme situations). Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions. In such case, please note that the tour may change slightly to accommodate for the weather.
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Other: Since guests are to put their hands into wax to make food samples, we recommend that guests do not have nail art or polish on their hands (please note that the wax may remove some nail art or polish from the guests’ hands during the sample food making process).
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Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 12 PM (except some holidays). Meeting time is 9:45 AM.
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What if I’m late?
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Although this is a private tour, the guide will wait up to 30 minutes after the scheduled start time. If you do not arrive within this time, the tour will be considered cancelled.
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Standard Cancellation Policy
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Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 7 days or less before the event
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Cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 14 days or less before the event
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Cancellation fee of 25% is charged if cancelled 20 days or less before the event
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Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Contact us and inquire about a custom experience today.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
5.0
8 reviews
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