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9 Asakusa: the heart of Tokyo (Half Day) [Asakusa]

Asakusa is the cultural heart of Tokyo. The Sensoji temple's five-story pagoda is a familiar landmark in an area full of history, great places to eat, and fun shopping. Stroll through the Nakamise arcade leading up to the temple to savor the sights, sounds, and smells of old Tokyo.

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