Experience · Product code 5586670P3

Shadows of Edo: Yoshiwara Courtesan District & Asakusa Backstreet

4.0 (1 ratings)1 hr 30 min
Duration1 hr 30 min
Group sizeUp to 8
LanguagesEN / FR / ES
ConfirmationInstant

Overview

Step beyond Tokyo’s famous landmarks and discover a quieter side of the city on this small-group evening walking tour through Asakusa and Yoshiwara. While Kaminarimon and Senso-ji attract crowds, this tour takes you into hidden backstreets and historic areas many visitors never see. Led by a local guide, you’ll explore the former Yoshiwara district, once Edo-period Japan’s only licensed pleasure quarter. Though the original buildings no longer remain, the streets and atmosphere still preserve traces of the past. Through engaging storytelling, your guide will bring old Tokyo to life and explain how people once sought entertainment and escape during the Edo era. Discover quiet alleys, hidden local spots, and overlooked history while learning about the culture of Yoshiwara and its lasting influence on Tokyo. This tour offers a deeper look into a rarely seen side of the city.

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