Kappabashi Dougu Street, Tokyo · Guided tours

Asakusa: Japanese Kitchen Knife Store Visits After History Tour

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The reasons for those interested in Japanese kitchen knives to choose this tour are you will: ① Go right to the right stores without any prior research or wandering. ② Rely on the guide in terms of providing candid and neutral feedback as you listen to the sales pitch by the store clerks ③ Enjoy our flagship in-depth Asakusa tour prior to the store visits

After an Asakusa history tour, visit the nearby Kappabashi Street, a shopping street lined with dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators. The Japanese kitchen knives are the mainstay of the products handled by them. Since the knife stores have a full lineup of the products, you will have the best chance to find some which you are genuinely looking for.

What’s included

  • English-speaking guide
  • English-speaking staff
  • Audio guide

Not included

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

Overview
Duration: Up to 4 hours
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From₱4,531/Person
Includes taxes & fees
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Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

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  • Up to 24 hours before booking date
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3hr 30min Duration

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Eligibility

  • Children aged 18+ will be charged the same rate as adults
  • This activity has no age limit

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
  • Discover an amazing collection of expertly crafted Japanese kitchen knives
  • Get the best of assistance from an expert guide as you shop for knives
  • Learn historical facts about Asakusa and their cultural impact on the world.
  • Join a local guide to see popular landmarks in and around the Sensoji Temple.
  • Use our earphone guide system to hear the guide clearly even from a distance; applicable to a group of 3 or more.
  • Departure: Meet the operator at 09:30. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The meeting place is in front of a Burger King restaurant right next to Exit 4 of Asakusa subway station (G19) on the Ginza line. Please step outside when you reach Exit 4..Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
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  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 15 min(s), Guided tour, Kappabashi Dougu Street, Enjoy your knife shopping with the help of your guide!
  • [Return] 12:45, at Kappabashi Dogu Street, The tour will be over on Kappabashi Dogu Street.
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Additional information

Accessibility

  • This activity is not wheelchair-accessible Address
  • Asakusa subway station Burger King
  • Cross Bil Royal Palace, 2 Chome-20-6 Kaminarimon, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0034, Japan
  • Please refer to the map for assistance

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Reviews

10
Outstanding
Reviews from Google