Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa
Senso-ji Temple
Senso-ji Temple
4.5
06:30 - 17:00
Monday
06:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
06:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
06:30 - 17:00
Thursday
06:30 - 17:00
Friday
06:30 - 17:00
Saturday
06:30 - 17:00
Sunday
06:30 - 17:00
About
According to legend, two brothers kept trying to return a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, to the Sumida River only to have it returned to them the next day. This temple located in Tokyo's Asakusa district was built to honor her.
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Neighbourhood: Ueno, Asakusa
Traces of the history and culture of the Edo (old Tokyo) era remain vividly in Ueno and Asakusa. Spacious Ueno Park is a great place to relax and visit a variety of different museums and galleries. At Ameyoko which starts in front of Ueno station, the grocery stores and clothing shops are crammed alongside fishmongers. It gets particularly busy at the end of the year, when many people go on shopping sprees. The town of Asakusa, developed around Sensoji temple, has many shops selling goods and clothing from old Japan, making it a great place for souvenir hunting. It's also known for various annual festivals, and the whole district gets involved with the huge Sanja Festival in May.
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Fukushige Horumon Osaka-shinmachi Branch
243
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Ramen Yoroiya
424
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Suzukien Asakusa Honten
166
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Asakusa Imahan Kokusai Dori Honten
269
0.4 km€€€€ • Japanese

Asakusa Gyukatsu
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Asakusa Kagetsudo Honten
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0.3 km€ • Quick Bites • Japanese • Soups
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Chirpy
Los Angeles, CA189 contributions
Family
Well preserved. Beautiful. Inspiring. Nice walk among the shrines. People making offerings and praying. Surrounded by a bustling city, it’s a respite to rest here and take in the experience.
Written 19 June 2022
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BoulderNut
Sonoma, CA967 contributions
Couples
We came here on our first day in Tokyo so we didn’t have to compare. Looking back, we found the crowds hard to move around unless your very patient. Suggest going early. Shops and crowds everywhere. Helpful to do some homework beforehand as signage is difficult. Go if you can but many others will be along the tourist trail too. We actually went in Oct 2019 but did not complete review.
Written 7 June 2022
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Sharon B
1 contribution
Couples
I created an account specifically so I could review this wonderful temple. What an absolutely beautiful place to be and the atmosphere was really special.
There are multiple restaurants/cafés in the area and places to buy souvenirs.
There are multiple restaurants/cafés in the area and places to buy souvenirs.
Written 21 May 2022
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Miyuu99
Kawasaki, Japan62 contributions
Solo
It is the most traditional and famous temple in Asakusa. There is a large lantern at the Kaminarimon Gate in front of the gate, and the picture of the dragon at the bottom of this lantern has power. There are many souvenir shops on both sides of the approach to the temple, and you can enjoy it just by looking at it.
Written 6 May 2022
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates41 contributions
Family
Probably the most famous temple of Tokyo. Many come to pay respect to Kannon, Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. Many bring back small Buddha images and Yantra for good luck.
Written 27 January 2022
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izyphotos
Mascot, Australia708 contributions
Sensoji is perhaps the most famous and photographed of Tokyo's temples. It is the oldest Buddhist temple in the capital, and the five-story pagoda, trails of incense and vast eaves will take you back to a Tokyo of time gone by. The Kaminari-mon (lightning gate), long promenade (Nakamise Dori) and the temple itself are some of the biggest tourist attractions in the city.
Written 5 January 2022
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goi⋆⸜ ⚘ ⸝⋆
Taito, Japan1,515 contributions
Family
Sensoji Temple in Tokyo Asakusa
Hatsumoude(first visit of the year to a shrine)
In Japan, it is customary to visit temples and shrines on New Year's Day.(Oshogatsu)
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Hatsumoude(first visit of the year to a shrine)
In Japan, it is customary to visit temples and shrines on New Year's Day.(Oshogatsu)
2022. 1. 1 ⛩️🎍🌅🎍
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初詣
浅草寺にて
今年は何事にも不安のない世の中になりますように…
普通に生活出来る事が一番の幸せであるのかを
手を合わせお祈りしました… 2022.1.1
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Written 1 January 2022
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Miki B
Irvine, CA4 contributions
If you have a short time in Tokyo, this temple is must visit. It is beautiful at night with lights up too. I recommend visiting during the day because the shops around here are so unique.
Written 2 September 2021
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Vicky Silve
Abbadia Lariana, Italy544 contributions
When we talk about the capital city of Japan, the first things coming up to our minds are skyscrapers, juvenile trends, technology and modernity, and we forget the “old soul” of this crazy city.
Well, that’s right, in the recent years it became a bit too much touristic, but it still has its charm.
You also can rent a kimono and pretend to have a journey to the past to Ancient Japan!
Well, that’s right, in the recent years it became a bit too much touristic, but it still has its charm.
You also can rent a kimono and pretend to have a journey to the past to Ancient Japan!
Written 26 June 2021
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Jimmy Chai
Singapore313 contributions
This is right behind Hozomon. If you come here during new year eve for celebration. you will stack in crowd like us
Written 28 March 2021
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what time can you still buy street food in sensoji temple?
holiday-view23-7-11
Basingstoke, UK1,745 contributions
There are so many places near by - we found a hidden Gem of a cafe where the owner had model trains set out and cabinets with collectables. Think it was called Sunrise or Sunset worth looking out for. Everywhere was open when we were out until around 9pm may be open later but we were tired by then. If you are there late try going up the sky tree not too far from here 15 -20 minute walk.
playonjakarta
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan8 contributions
Hello
I saw at google maps that the complex is so huge.
If I come from the Asakusa Station, I should walk to west and then north all the way through the market.
But since I plan to go to Hanayashiki, should I back and out from the same gate?
How many gates this place have?
TanMicha
32 contributions
You can take the exit 1 or 3.. Or the easiest way you can see on the subway sign board Kaminarimon gate exit.. Kaminarimon Gate is the main gate of Nakamise Street and Sensoji Temple (gate with big lantern).. For Hanayashiki is the left side of Sensoji Area (when you facing to Sensoji Temple).. If i'm not wrong,there are 3 gates... But just Kaminarimon Gate is the most important one...
gernobu
Evreux, France123 contributions
Je ne pense pas qu'il faille se déplacer au temple Senso ji pour un massage.C'est un lieu de culte avant d'être un lieu touristique.
A moins que Marie Laure est un scoop à nous annoncer sur les massages à Akasuka !!!...
jean-paul D
marrakech187 contributions
C’est un lieu de culte
Il est visité les premiers jours de l’année par plus de 3 millions de personnes pour prié
Hi ! i just want to know is there have any Kimono for rent shop so i can hire and wear to take a photo thank you
Katerina K
Chania Town, Greece73 contributions
I'm not sure if you can rent one. There are many to buy for decent prices but since I didn't need one I didn't look for it. Sorry that I can't help
st_016
272 contributions
Thanks for your review. Question: did you go on a weekend or weekday? Wondering if it is OK to visit on a Saturday or if it is really just too busy. Or would it be Ok if we get there really early? What time does it open anyway?
Becky L.
Bremerton, WA16 contributions
Went on a Saturday. It was pretty busy and crowded, so if you have an issue with crowds I wouldn’t go on a weekend, otherwise the experience wasn’t any less for my husband and me
海外のかたを案内した経験がある方に伺いたいです。ゲストの方に喜んで頂けたでしょうか?
sakaikys
Yokohama, Japan244 contributions
浅草寺様を中心に、数多くご案内出来るところががあると思います
ぜひぜひ、いろいろな歴史的な背景を含め、ご案内されたらいかがでしょうか
江戸時代からの成り立ち、まだ勉強中ですが、哀しい歴史もあるようですし、繁華街を作って、人を通わせ、道の整備をさせたとか、大火の話、牢獄、差別、つい戦後だけでも、栄枯盛衰、笑いあり、涙ありだと思います
お相手次第のところはありますが、道具街、隅田川、見るだけでも楽しいところではありますが、歴史的なところも調べられ、ご案内されてはいかがでしょうか
Hello can you tell me how to go Senso-Ji Temple from Narita airport using public transportation?
JEFF D
Tickfaw, LA45 contributions
Going to sound funny but use google maps it will show you the Exact trains you need to be on. That's what I did worked wonders
Panda A
Los Angeles, CA10 contributions
What's the best time to go on a weekday or weekend? We want to explore the food and shops and streets around the surrounding area, and the temple of course. Is after 1pm okay on a weekday?
Halescouse
Scotland39 contributions
If you go at the weekend after 1pm, it'll be very, very busy! Most of the craft shops etc start to wind down after about 1730-1800 but there'll still be plenty of places to eat.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senso-ji Temple
- Senso-ji Temple is open:
- Sun - Sat 06:30 - 17:00
- We recommend booking Senso-ji Temple tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 142 Senso-ji Temple tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Senso-ji Temple:
- (0.13 km) Super Hotel Asakusa
- (0.19 km) Khaosan Tokyo Origami
- (0.23 km) Sakura Hostel Asakusa
- (0.23 km) Richmond Hotel Asakusa
- (0.29 km) Residential Hotel B: CONTE Asakusa
- Restaurants near Senso-ji Temple:
- (0.16 km) Kikko
- (0.18 km) Suzukien Asakusa Honten
- (0.15 km) Asakusa Naritaya
- (0.21 km) Ramen Yoroiya
- (0.20 km) Asakusa Kagetsudo Honten
- Attractions near Senso-ji Temple:
- (0.01 km) Karaoke-Kan Asakusa Kaminarimon
- (0.03 km) VASARA Kimono Rental , Asakusa Honten
- (0.07 km) Tokyo Walking Tours
- (0.09 km) Hozomon
- (0.06 km) Asakusa Shrine