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Enjoy the Yanaka Antique Market, Asakusa and Yanaka & Nezu Tours on January 22.

Your participation in our tours in Asakusa and Yanaka & Nezu tours on January 22 are greatly appreciated. 9 guests were welcomed from Spain, Brazil, Malaysia, Singapore and Australia. It’s one of the coldest days in this winter, but sunny. Some of our guests kindly joined both of Asakusa and Yanaka & Nezu tours. As promised the photos which we took during the tours are posted. In the historic town of Yanaka with its good old streetscape, an antique market is sometimes held, offering the opportun...
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Asakusa Tour,January 17th,2026:Discover a New Side of Asakusa During Pedestrian-Only Hours

Near Kaminarimon, a pedestrian-only street experiment is held during certain hours. These car-light times are perfect for walking around Senso-ji Temple and enjoying Asakusa’s history and atmosphere at a relaxed pace.
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Asakusa and Ueno,January 15th,2026:Back to normal

Many thanks for joining us on our tours at Asakusa in the morning and Ueno Park in the afternoon on Jan.15th. We welcomed 8 from Canada, Australia and US. It was a tremendous opportunity for us to meet wonderful guests from several countries and to share interesting conversations. Also, it was really nice seeing some of you in both tours. As promised, group photos and snapshots are attached so that you can remember the fun we had during the tour. Asakusa Ueno Park Two weeks have passed since the...
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January 11th Tour in Asakusa and Ueno:Basking in the New Year’s lingering atmosphere

Many thanks for joining Tokyo Free Walking Tour. On January 11th we welcomed a total of 12 guests from Malaysia and the United States for our Asakusa and Ueno tour. As it was 10 days after New Year's Day and the middle day of a three-day weekend, both Asakusa and Ueno were crowded with people, but the New Year's celebrations were still lingering and the whole town was full of energy and a bright atmosphere. Some guests kindly joined our multiple tours, with some taking part in both the morning A...
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The Seven Gods of Fortune Pilgrimage: A New Year Tradition in Asakusa and Yanaka

Join our free walking tour in Tokyo with experienced local guides. In the historic Asakusa area, experience the vitality and wit of Edo natives. In the nostalgic Yanaka and Nezu, discover hidden backstreets, local life, and visit the peaceful Nezu Shrine.
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Year-End Encounters🎍in Asakusa and Ueno – December 28 Tour Report

Discover the culture and history of Asakusa and Ueno on our December 28 Tokyo Free Walking Tour with guests from around the world.
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The “Rainy” Christmas Is Over — Now, We Look Ahead to the New Year

Join our free walking tour in Tokyo with experienced local guides. In the historic Asakusa area, experience the vitality and wit of Edo natives. In the nostalgic Yanaka and Nezu, discover hidden backstreets, local life, and visit the peaceful Nezu Shrine.
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The Year-End and New Year Season Is Just Around the Corner on December 20, 2025

Many thanks for joining Tokyo Free Walking Tour at Asakusa on December 20, 2025. We welcomed 8 guests from US, UK and New Zealand. It was a tremendous opportunity for us to meet wonderful guests from many countries and share interesting conversations. As promised, group photos and snapshots are attached so that you can remember the fun times we had during the tour. Recently, the weather has become quite cold. Every year, about three million people visit Senso-ji Temple during the first three day...
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The colorful Hagoita-Ichi Fair in Asakusa and the largest ceiling painting in Ueno. Asakusa and Ueno Park tours on December 17th

Thank you for choosing Tokyo Free Walking Tour in Asakusa and Ueno Park on December 17th. We welcomed 8people from America, Canada and UK. Some of our guests kindly joined both tours. We hope you had a time to took a glance at the colorful Hagoita-Ichi Fair during the tour in Asakusa. The following photos were taken during the tours for your memory.  From December 17th to 19th, the annual Hagoita-Ichi Fair (battledore festival) is taking place to wrap up the year at the Sensoji Temple precincts....
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Chilly Weather Melted by Smiles 😊– Asakusa & Ueno Tours on December 14th 

Despite the freezing rain, guests from Belgium, Taiwan, and the U.S. joined our spirited walking tour of Asakusa and Ueno. Discover how smiles and curiosity turned a chilly day into a heartwarming Tokyo adventure!