{"id":248,"date":"2026-09-15T06:42:33","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T21:42:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/?p=248"},"modified":"2026-10-12T14:46:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T05:46:40","slug":"a-must-see-in-tokyo-explore-senso-ji-and-the-charming-old-streets-of-asakusa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/?p=248&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"A Must-See in Tokyo! Explore Sens\u014d-ji and the Charming Old Streets of Asakusa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Asakusa<\/span><\/strong> is always ranked among Tokyo\u2019s most popular sightseeing areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the iconic <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sens\u014d-ji Temple<\/span><\/strong>, the neighborhood offers countless attractions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Its traditional streets, preserved since old times, are perfect for strolling, enjoying local food, and browsing for souvenirs. <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">The Sumida River<\/span><\/strong>\u2014famous for its fireworks festival\u2014and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tokyo Skytree <\/span><\/strong>are also within walking distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">This article highlights key spots to help you enjoy Asakusa efficiently.<\/span><\/strong> Use it as a guide and make the most of your time in this charming part of Tokyo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The Asakusa area is served by several stations named \u201cAsakusa\u201d <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-deep-01-color\">\u2014 not to be confused with Asakusabashi Station! Lines include: <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2022 Tokyo Metro Ginza Line <br>\u2022 Toei Asakusa Line <br>\u2022 Tobu Skytree Line <br>\u2022 Tsukuba Express<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m12!1m8!1m3!1d6479.104683752094!2d139.7944655183385!3d35.71263222705328!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!2m1!1sAsakusa%20Station!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1789175098537!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-station-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-station-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-station-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-station-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The murals near the Ginza Line and Asakusa Line ticket gates depict various seasonal events held in Asakusa.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"732\" height=\"976\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center-1.jpg 732w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center-1-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Your Asakusa sightseeing should start here: <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center,<\/span><\/strong> the No.1 hidden gem worth visiting. The 8th floor features <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">a free observation deck<\/span><\/strong> offering stunning views of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sens\u014d-ji<\/span><\/strong> below and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tokyo Skytree<\/span><\/strong> rising high into the sky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since it\u2019s open until 10 PM, you can also enjoy the <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">magical nighttime views of the illuminated temple and Skytree.<\/span><\/strong> Be sure to stop by during your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a reservation, you can receive <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">free tourist guidance in four languages<\/span><\/strong>\u2014Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean. The building also includes a currency exchange counter, nursing room, and caf\u00e9, making it an extremely convenient base for sightseeing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-cultural-information-center2-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>On the first floor, you\u2019ll find general information, a currency exchange counter, and a souvenir shop.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-culture-tourist-center-terrace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-culture-tourist-center-terrace.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-culture-tourist-center-terrace-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-culture-tourist-center-terrace-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>From the 8th-floor observation deck, you can enjoy panoramic views of Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-kanko-center-sensoji-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-kanko-center-sensoji-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-kanko-center-sensoji-2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-kanko-center-sensoji-2-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><strong>Sens\u014d-ji<\/strong><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\"><table style=\"--swl-cell1-width:140px;font-size:14px;\" class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Address<\/td><td>2-18 Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open Hours<\/td><td>9:00 AM &#8211; 8:00 PM<br>The caf\u00e9 on the 8th floor takes its last orders at 7:30 PM, and the observation deck is open until 10:00 PM.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>For more details, please check the official website.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><strong>Sens\u014d\u2011ji \u2014 More Than Just Kaminarimon and Nakamise!<\/strong> <strong>A Symbol of Asakusa Filled with Must\u2011See Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sens\u014d\u2011ji was founded in 628<\/span><\/strong>, tracing its origins all the way back to the <strong>Asuka period<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">According to legend, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">two fisherman brothers <\/span><\/strong>discovered a statue of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Kannon Bodhisattva<\/span><\/strong> in the Sumida River. The local headman at the time recognized its sacred nature, converted his own home into a temple, and enshrined the statue \u2014 <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">an act believed to mark the beginning of Sens\u014d\u2011ji.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-history-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-history-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-history-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-history-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019d like to learn more about this <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">founding legend and the temple\u2019s later development<\/span><\/strong>, be sure to check out the detailed displays located <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">on the left side just before H\u014dz\u014dmon<\/span><\/strong>, along Nakamise Street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Kaminarimon\uff08<strong>F\u016braijin\u2011mon<\/strong>\uff09 \u2014 The Icon of Asakusa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kaminarimon<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The massive red lantern makes Kaminarimon one of the must\u2011see photo spots in Asakusa. On each side of the gate, statues of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">F\u016bjin (the god of wind) <\/span><\/strong>and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Raijin (the god of thunder)<\/span><\/strong> are enshrined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The bold characters<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> \u201cKaminarimon\u201d<\/span><\/strong> written on the front of the lantern represent its popular name. In fact, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cKaminarimon\u201d is only a nickname<\/span><\/strong> \u2014 the gate\u2019s<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> official name is \u201cF\u016braijin\u2011mon,\u201d <\/span><\/strong>clearly written on the back of the lantern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-night.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-night.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-night-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-night-766x432.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kaminarimon (Back View): The characters \u201cF\u016braijin\u2011mon\u201d can be seen.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-bottom-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-bottom-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-bottom-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensouji-kaminarimon-bottom-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>A dragon carving decorates the underside of the lantern.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"976\" height=\"976\" data-id=\"293\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-tenryu-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-tenryu-1.jpg 976w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-tenryu-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-tenryu-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-tenryu-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 976px) 100vw, 976px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"976\" height=\"976\" data-id=\"294\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-kinryu-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-kinryu-1.jpg 976w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-kinryu-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-kinryu-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-thunder-gate-kinryu-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 976px) 100vw, 976px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">At the back of Kaminarimon, statues of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tenry\u016b<\/span><\/strong> and <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>Kinry\u016b<\/strong> <\/span>are enshrined. These dragon deities are personifications\u2014one male and one female\u2014of the guardian dragons associated with Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2019s mountain name, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Kinry\u016bzan.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">Passing through the gate and continuing forward leads you into <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>Nakamise Street<\/strong>,<\/span> where a wide variety of traditional shops line the path toward the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Nakamise \u2014 Japan\u2019s Oldest Shopping Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Nakamise Street \u2014 Bustling with Visitors<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-souvenir-shop.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-souvenir-shop.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-souvenir-shop-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-souvenir-shop-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Nakamise Street<\/span><\/strong> is beautifully decorated with unified shop signs and seasonal motifs such as cherry blossoms in spring and maple leaves in autumn. Around<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> <strong>90 shops<\/strong> <\/span>line the street, offering take\u2011away snacks you can enjoy on the spot, as well as traditional sweets and souvenirs like Japanese confectionery and handicrafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">With so many appealing shops, you might find yourself short on time\u2014but one treat you shouldn\u2019t miss is <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Kibidango Azuma\u2019s kibidango<\/span><\/strong>. These small, easy\u2011to\u2011eat dumplings have a <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">soft texture and a gentle sweetness <\/span><\/strong>that spreads through your mouth, making them wonderfully addictive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Be sure to give them a try!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-gaikan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-gaikan.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-gaikan-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-gaikan-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kibidango Azuma: Immediately on the right after entering Nakamise Street.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-kibidango-azuma-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kibidango: 5 pieces per serving \u2014 450 yen, generously coated with sweet kinako (roasted soybean flour).<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Nakamise Shutter Art: The Asakusa Picture Scroll<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sensoji-nakamisedori.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sensoji-nakamisedori.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sensoji-nakamisedori-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/sensoji-nakamisedori-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Nakamise Street in the Early Morning<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter2-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nakamise-shutter-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting Sens\u014d\u2011ji in the crisp morning air or under the magical nighttime illumination is one of Asakusa\u2019s unique charms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">And there is another special delight you can enjoy only during these quiet hours: <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">the <strong>Asakusa Picture Scroll<\/strong>,<\/span> <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">a series of artworks painted on the shutters <\/span><\/strong>along Nakamise Street. These illustrations depict Asakusa\u2019s history and its seasonal traditional events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">Take your time to appreciate these beautiful works\u2014masterpieces that can only be seen when the shutters are down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">H\u014dz\u014dmon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>H\u014dz\u014dmon \u2014 Flanked by the Guardian Nio Statues<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The impressive two\u2011story gate you see as you proceed along Nakamise Street is <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">H\u014dz\u014dmon<\/span><\/strong>. Because Nio guardian statues are enshrined on both sides of the gate, it was originally known as <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Nio\u2011mon<\/span><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">In 1964, however, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">it was renamed H\u014dz\u014dmon,<\/span><\/strong> as it houses important cultural treasures, including the <strong>\u201cOriginal Issaiky\u014d\u201d<\/strong> (a complete collection of Buddhist scriptures designated as a National Important Cultural Property) and other historic sutras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>H\u014dz\u014dmon from the Main Hall Side<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-skytree.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-skytree.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-skytree-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-back-skytree-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>H\u014dz\u014dmon from the Main Hall Side<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">On the back side of H\u014dz\u014dmon, you\u2019ll find a pair of <span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><strong>giant straw sandals (\u014dwaraji)<\/strong>.<\/span> You may wonder why sandals are displayed here, but these enormous waraji symbolize the power of the Nio guardians. It is said that evil spirits flee upon seeing them, thinking, <em>\u201c<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">A being strong enough to wear such massive sandals must be protecting this temple.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The waraji are dedicated every ten years by <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>Murayama City in Yamagata Prefecture<\/strong>,<\/span> and the current pair is the <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>eighth generation<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-right-up-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-right-up-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-right-up-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-right-up-1-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>H\u014dz\u014dmon and the Five\u2011Story Pagoda<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"802\" height=\"747\" data-id=\"317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-agyou-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-agyou-2-1.jpg 802w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-agyou-2-1-300x279.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-agyou-2-1-768x715.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 802px) 100vw, 802px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-ungyou-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-ungyou-2-2.jpg 598w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hozomon-ungyou-2-2-300x288.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The Nio statues enshrined at H\u014dz\u014dmon are a pair of guardians: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">the one on the left with an open mouth is the <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">A\u2011gy\u014d statue<\/span><\/strong>, while the one on the right with a closed mouth is the <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Un\u2011gy\u014d statue<\/span><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">Together they represent <strong>\u201cA\u2011un\u201d<\/strong>, the symbolic beginning and end of all things. Although they are commonly referred to as Nio statues, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">their formal name is Kong\u014d Rikishi.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Main Hall (Hond\u014d)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">The main hall, also known as the Kannon Hall,<\/span><\/strong> enshrines the statue of <strong>Sacred Kannon Bodhisattva<\/strong>, the principal deity of Sens\u014d\u2011ji. Daily services are held at <strong>6:00 a.m.<\/strong> (6:30 a.m. from October to March), <strong>10:00 a.m.<\/strong>, and <strong>2:00 p.m.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Although the current building was reconstructed after World War II, it faithfully follows traditional temple architecture and preserves the solemn atmosphere of the original structure. Even today, this hall remains the spiritual heart of Sens\u014d\u2011ji, where centuries of devotion continue to shape the temple\u2019s rituals and daily practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-omizuya-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-omizuya-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-omizuya-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-omizuya-1-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Ch\u014dzuya (Purification Pavilion)<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2019s ch\u014dzuya <\/span><\/strong>features an octagonal pedestal made of granite, upon which stands a <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>dragon deity statue<\/strong> <\/span>crafted by the sculptor <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>K\u014dun Takamura<\/strong>.<\/span> A dragon painting also adorns the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\">Visitors purify themselves here before praying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-icon_info u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">1\uff0eHold the ladle in your right hand and pour water over your left hand.<br>2\uff0eSwitch the ladle to your left hand and pour water over your right hand.<br>3\uff0eSwitch back to your right hand, pour a little water into your left hand, and gently rinse your mouth. <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">(Do not touch the ladle directly to your lips.)<\/span><\/strong><br>4\uff0eFinally, tilt the ladle upright so the remaining water runs down the handle to cleanse it, then return it to its place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-night-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-night-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-night-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-night-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>J\u014dk\u014dro (Incense Burner)<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-jukoujo-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-jukoujo-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-jukoujo-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-jukoujo-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Jus\u014dsho: This is where you can purchase incense sticks.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">In front of the main hall stands a large<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> incense burner<\/span><\/strong>, sheltered by a wide roof so it can be used even on rainy days. Smoke constantly rises from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Visitors often waft the smoke over parts of their body that<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> need healing<\/span><\/strong>, and let the fragrance of the incense calm their minds before offering their prayers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-hondo-2-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The interior is divided into the <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>outer sanctuary<\/strong> <\/span>and the <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>inner sanctuary<\/strong>.<\/span> The outer sanctuary is a spacious hall with a ceiling about <strong>10 meters high<\/strong>, lined with striking vermilion pillars and filled with the scent of incense, creating a deeply sacred atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">At the front hangs a large plaque inscribed with<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> <strong>\u201cShimu-i\u201d<\/strong><\/span>, meaning <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">\u201cThe Bodhisattva removes fear from all living beings and saves them.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The three large ceiling paintings include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cDragon Painting\u201d<\/strong> by <em>Ry\u016bshi Kawabata<\/em> (center)<br><strong>\u201cCelestial Beings\u201d<\/strong> by <em>Insh\u014d D\u014dmoto<\/em> (left)<br><strong>\u201cScattering Flowers\u201d<\/strong> by <em>Insh\u014d D\u014dmoto<\/em> (right)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">In the inner sanctuary, you can see the<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> <strong>Gok\u016bden<\/strong> (the sacred palace)<\/span>, where sutra chanting is performed during the scheduled services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\"><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\">How to Worship<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-icon_info u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike at Shinto shrines, <strong>clapping is not required<\/strong>. Offer your coins quietly and recite:<br><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_green\">\u201cNamu Kanzeon Bosatsu.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><br>\u201cNamu\u201d expresses devotion and trust\u2014\u201cI wholeheartedly entrust myself to the Buddha.\u201d Kanzeon Bosatsu (Kannon Bodhisattva) is the principal deity of Sens\u014d\u2011ji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Five\u2011Story Pagoda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The current five\u2011story pagoda was rebuilt in 1973.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">The five\u2011story pagoda<\/span><\/strong> standing on the west side of H\u014dz\u014dmon is one of Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2019s most iconic sights. Although it appears to rise directly from the ground when viewed from outside, it is actually built atop a structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, the interior is not open to the public, but on the top floor rests a <strong>Buddhist relic<\/strong> presented in <strong>1966<\/strong> by <strong>Isurumuniya Temple in Sri Lanka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-yougoudo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-yougoudo.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-yougoudo-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-yougoudo-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Pagoda Seen from Y\u014dg\u014dd\u014d<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-night-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-night-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-night-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-gojuunotou-night-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">On summer nights, you can relax on the lawn, chatting with friends while<strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> looking up at both the pagoda and the Tokyo Skytree.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">Nighttime at Sens\u014d\u2011ji is truly something special \u2014 <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>highly recommended<\/strong>!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Y\u014dg\u014dd\u014d \u2014 Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2019s Goshuin Are Offered Here<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Asakusa-sensouji-yogodo-hall.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Asakusa-sensouji-yogodo-hall.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Asakusa-sensouji-yogodo-hall-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Asakusa-sensouji-yogodo-hall-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Y\u014dg\u014dd\u014d<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">As you walk west (to the left) from the main hall, you will see the vermilion pavilion known as <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>Y\u014dg\u014dd\u014d<\/strong>.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Here you can receive Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2019s <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">goshuin<\/span><\/strong>. In addition to the goshuin of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Kannon Bodhisattva<\/span><\/strong>, the principal deity of Sens\u014d\u2011ji, you can also receive the goshuin of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Daikokuten<\/span><\/strong>, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, who is enshrined here. <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">(The offering is <strong>500 yen<\/strong>.)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Visitors lining up for goshuin<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo2-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo-carp.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo-carp.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo-carp-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-yogodo-carp-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Oldest Stone Bridge in Tokyo<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Although Y\u014dg\u014dd\u014d is a relatively new building, <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">completed in <strong>1994<\/strong><\/span>, the surrounding area is filled with greenery, a pond where colorful koi swim, and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tokyo\u2019s oldest stone bridge<\/span><\/strong>. This peaceful atmosphere offers a striking contrast to the lively crowds of Nakamise Street and the main hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">It is a calming spot where you can feel the history and quiet charm of Sens\u014d\u2011ji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Nitenmon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon2-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Nitenmon (With the Main Hall Visible Behind It)<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"936\" data-id=\"345\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-zochoten-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-zochoten-2-2.jpg 936w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-zochoten-2-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-zochoten-2-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-zochoten-2-2-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"976\" height=\"976\" data-id=\"346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-jikokuten-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-jikokuten-1.jpg 976w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-jikokuten-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-jikokuten-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-jikokuten-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 976px) 100vw, 976px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Nitenmon<\/span><\/strong> is a vermilion gate located on the east side of the main hall and is designated as an <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Important Cultural Property.<\/span><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Of the Four Heavenly Kings who guard the cardinal directions in Buddhism, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Z\u014dj\u014dten (left) and Jikokuten (right)<\/span><\/strong> are enshrined here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Passing through Nitenmon and continuing straight ahead, you will soon see <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">Tokyo Skytree<\/span><\/strong>. The distance from Sens\u014d\u2011ji to the Skytree is about <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">1.5 km<\/span><\/strong>, roughly a <span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><strong>20\u2011minute walk<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-skytree.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-skytree.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-skytree-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sensoji-nitenmon-skytree-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you walk straight from Nitenmon, you will come to the <strong>Sumida River<\/strong>, with Tokyo Skytree rising beyond it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Sumida River Walk \u2014 The Pedestrian Path Beneath the Railway Tracks<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-sumida-river-walk2-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Sumida River Walk<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sumida River Walk<\/span><\/strong> is a pedestrian walkway built beneath the railway line, offering a pleasant riverside route toward <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tokyo Skytree<\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Related Articles About Tokyo Skytree Town.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/solamachi-gaikan-2-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/?p=395&#038;lang=en\">Panoramic Views of Tokyo! A Complete Guide to Exploring Tokyo Skytree Town<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Tokyo Skytree Town is a large complex centered around Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Solamachi. Standing at 634 meters, Tokyo Skytree is the tallest freestanding br&#8230;<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\">Don\u2019t Forget to Visit Asakusa Shrine!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">When you come to Asakusa, be sure to stop by <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Asakusa Shrine<\/span> <\/strong>as well. Located on the east side of the main hall (between the Hond\u014d and Nitenmon), it is affectionately known as <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cSanja\u2011sama\u201d<\/span><\/strong> and serves as the guardian shrine of Asakusa. <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">The famous <strong>Sanja Matsuri<\/strong><\/span>, held every May, is Asakusa Shrine\u2019s annual festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Asakusa Shrine is deeply connected to Sens\u014d\u2011ji. The shrine enshrines the three men involved in the founding of Sens\u014d\u2011ji\u2014<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>Hamanari Hinokuma<\/strong>, <strong>Takenari Hinokuma<\/strong>, <\/span>and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Hajino Nakatomo<\/span><\/strong>\u2014which is why it is called <em>Sanja\u2011sama<\/em>, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cthe shrine of three deities.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-history2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-history2.jpg 896w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-history2-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-history2-767x397.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">According to legend, the local fishermen brothers <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Hamanari <\/span>and<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> Takenari Hinokuma<\/span><\/strong> were out fishing when a human\u2011shaped statue repeatedly appeared in their nets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Puzzled, they consulted <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Hajino Nakatomo<\/span><\/strong>, a knowledgeable figure in the area, who told them it was a statue of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sacred Kannon Bodhisattva<\/span><\/strong>. From then on, the brothers worshipped the statue daily. Later, Nakatomo became a monk and turned his home into a temple<strong>\u2014<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">this is said to be the origin of Sens\u014d\u2011ji.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">After Nakatomo passed away, Kannon Bodhisattva appeared in a dream to Nakatomo\u2019s son, instructing him <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">to enshrine <strong>Nakatomo, Hamanari, and Takenari<\/strong> as deities. <\/span>Following this divine message, the three were enshrined\u2014marking the beginning of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Asakusa Shrine<\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Main Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu2-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">\u201cMarried\u201d guardian dogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-back.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-back.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-back-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-shrine-komainu-pair-back-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Just to the right after passing through the torii, you\u2019ll find the pair of <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">affectionate \u201cmarried\u201d guardian dogs<\/span><\/strong>. Their expressions are wonderfully charming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look closely and you\u2019ll notice that their <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">tails form a heart shape<\/span><\/strong>. They are believed to bring blessings for<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> <strong>marital harmony<\/strong><\/span> and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">successful romance<\/span><\/strong>, so be sure to stop by and pay your respects here as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Edo Town Stroll \u2014 Enjoy Local Asakusa Flavors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">After visiting Sens\u014d\u2011ji and Asakusa Shrine, take a walk through the streets that <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">still retain the nostalgic atmosphere of old Edo.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Denp\u014din Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street2-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Denp\u014din Street<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Connecting Nakamise Street with Asakusa Rokku, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Denp\u014din Street<\/span><\/strong> is lined with local eateries and specialty shops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">In 2005, the street was redesigned <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">to recreate the look of Edo\u2011period townscapes<\/span><\/strong>, making it an even more charming and popular sightseeing spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-shop.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-shop.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-shop-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-shop-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Asakusa Menchi \u2014 A Beloved Local Favorite<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-asakusa-minchi-767x432.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Piping\u2011hot menchi\u2011katsu, enjoyed in the designated eating area (street eating is not allowed).<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Asakusa Menchi<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table style=\"--swl-cell1-width:140px;font-size:14px;\" class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Asakusa Menchi<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Address<\/td><td>2-3-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open hours<\/td><td>9:00 AM \uff5e7:00 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Notes<\/td><td>There is an eat\u2011in space near the shop (street eating is not allowed).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3239.5409952333257!2d139.79348037560405!3d35.71291137257705!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x60188ec121f3c5d5%3A0x9fe1c9087625b6c6!2sAsakusa%20Menchi!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1789388505457!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"850\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">At night, Denp\u014din Street takes on a completely different charm as <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">the street lanterns light up the area.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The lanterns feature <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cjiguchi\u201d<\/span><\/strong>, a type of wordplay that was popular during the Edo period, and are known as <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">jiguchi andon<\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-2-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>When the jiguchi andon are illuminated, the entire street is beautifully lit.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-3-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-denbouin-street-night-3-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20 wp-block-paragraph\">On the rooftops, you can even spot <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Nezumi Koz\u014d<\/span><\/strong>, the legendary thief of the Edo period who was admired for <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">distributing stolen money to the poor.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Nishi\u2011Sando<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>East Entrance of Nishi\u2011Sando<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">As you walk west (to the left) from the main hall of Sens\u014d\u2011ji, you will see a building that resembles a kabuki theater \u2014 this is <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Nishi\u2011Sando<\/span><\/strong>. At the entrance, colorful banners line the way, creating a lively atmosphere that perfectly matches its concept as a <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cfestival shopping street.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Another unique feature is the <strong>wooden walkway<\/strong>. Normally, wooden pavements are not permitted on public roads, but Nishi\u2011Sando is built on <strong>private land belonging to Sens\u014d\u2011ji<\/strong>, which allows this traditional style to be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kagetsudo<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-melon-pan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-melon-pan.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-melon-pan-767x432.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-nishi-sando-kagetsudo-melon-pan-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Jumbo Melon\u2011Pan \u2014 320 yen<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to popular treats on Nishi\u2011Sando, <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Kagetsudo\u2019s Jumbo Melon\u2011Pan<\/span><\/strong> is the star. Despite its large size, the dough is incredibly light, making it easy to finish in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The secret behind its <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><em>fluffy and crispy<\/em> texture<\/span><\/strong> lies in the fermentation process. While ordinary bread is typically fermented for<span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"> <strong>40 to 60 minutes<\/strong>,<\/span> Kagetsudo ferments its dough for <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">three hours<\/span><\/strong>\u2014about <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">three times longer<\/span><\/strong>. This extended fermentation is what creates the signature \u201cfluffy and crispy\u201d bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">They also offer versions filled with <strong>vanilla or matcha ice cream<\/strong>, making them a perfect treat on hot days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Asakusa Kagetudo<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><table style=\"--swl-cell1-width:140px;font-size:14px;\" class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Asakusa Kagetudo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Address<\/td><td>2-7-13 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open Hours<\/td><td>Weekdays: Open from 11:00 a.m. and closes when the Jumbo Melon\u2011Pan is sold out.<br>Weekends and holidays: Open from 10:00 a.m. and closes when the Jumbo Melon\u2011Pan is sold out.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Closed days<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3239.4710062050685!2d139.79259357560417!3d35.714633172576505!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x60188ec040443549%3A0x3dc80edf1b29be6b!2sAsakusa%20Kagetsud%C5%8D%20Melon%20Bread!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1789419985035!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"850\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">On the north side of Nishi\u2011Sando, in the <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Hatsune K\u014dji shopping alley<\/span><\/strong>, you\u2019ll find <span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><strong>Asakusa Unana\u2019s grilled rice ball<\/strong>,<\/span> another must\u2011try item. The combination of tender, fluffy eel and the fragrant, perfectly grilled rice ball is absolutely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">There is a <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">dedicated eat\u2011in space<\/span><\/strong>, so you can enjoy it comfortably even on rainy days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-shop-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-shop-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-shop-2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-shop-2-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-unana-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Grilled rice ball \u2014 \u00a5630<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Asakusa Unana<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><table style=\"--swl-cell1-width:140px;font-size:14px;\" class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Asakusa Unana<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Adress<\/td><td>2-7-21 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Opening Hours<\/td><td>Weekdays: 9:00\u201317:30     Weekends &amp; Holidays: 9:00\u201318:30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Closed days<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3239.466364013674!2d139.79187967560424!3d35.71474737257635!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x60188f3b199068bf%3A0x9e7cb8d2fa9ae0fd!2z5rWF6I2J44GG44Gq44GqIEFzYWt1c2EgVW5hbmEg5Zu955Sj6bC754S844GK44Gr44GO44KK!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1789420792437!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"850\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Hoppy Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-night-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-night-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-night-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-night-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Hoppy Street<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Connected to Denp\u014din Street, <span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><strong>Hoppy Street<\/strong> <\/span>is another must\u2011visit spot in Asakusa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Many izakaya open early in the day, making it a great place to stop for lunch or to take a break when you\u2019re tired from walking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">With its nostalgic, old\u2011Tokyo atmosphere<\/span><\/strong>, it\u2019s a perfect spot to enjoy a casual drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-gaikan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-gaikan.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-gaikan-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-gaikan-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Totoya<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The recommended place is <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">Totoya.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Among the many eateries along Hoppy Street\u2014also known as <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_green\">*<em>Nikomi Street<\/em><\/span><\/strong>\u2014<span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\"><strong>Totoya<\/strong> stands out for its unique fish dishes.<\/span>\u3000  <span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-xs\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_green\">*Nikomi<\/span><\/strong> is a traditional Japanese stew made by slowly simmering meat and vegetables until tender.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">The shop is directly operated by a seafood wholesaler from <strong>Toyosu Market<\/strong> with a history of 150 years, which means the <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">fish menu is exceptionally rich and delicious.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Alcohol options include Hoppy, beer, sake, and sh\u014dch\u016b, and <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">they also offer soft drinks, making it a comfortable choice even for families with children.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-1st-order.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-1st-order.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-1st-order-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya-1st-order-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Highball (\u00a5600), Mehikari Nanbanzuke (\u00a5858), Fish Yukhoe (\u00a5968)<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tokyotravelhub.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/asakusa-hoppy-street-totoya2-1-766x431.jpg 766w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Hoppy Set (Red) (\u00a5660), Chicken Tempura (\u00a5968)<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-inline-color has-swl-main-color\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\">Totoya<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes u-mb-ctrl u-mb-20\"><table style=\"--swl-cell1-width:140px;font-size:14px;\" class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Totoya<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Address<\/td><td>2-4-13 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open Hours<\/td><td>Regular days: 10:00\u201323:00 <br>Saturdays: 9:45\u201323:00 <br>Sundays: 9:00\u201323:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Closed days<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\">Before You Go<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Asakusa is a town that has grown around <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Sens\u014d\u2011ji<\/span><\/strong>, filled with history, culture, food, and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">countless places to explore.<\/span><\/strong> <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_blue\">The lively bustle of Nakamise, the scent of incense drifting through the main hall, and the nostalgic charm of its old shopping streets <\/span><\/strong>\u2014 each of these elements conveys the warmth that makes Asakusa so special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10 wp-block-paragraph\">Walking through <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">\u201cold yet ever\u2011new Asakusa,\u201d <\/span><\/strong>you\u2019ll discover something fresh every time you visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the spots introduced here, you\u2019re sure to encounter scenes and moments that stay with you. Take your time to soak in the atmosphere of this unique town, and <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_orange\">create your own memorable Asakusa experience.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Asakusa is always ranked among Tokyo\u2019s most popular sightseeing areas. 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