ASAKUSA: TEMPLE & OLD STREETS​

RECOMMENDED SCHEDULE

09:30 – Sensō-ji Temple

Location: Asakusa
https://www.senso-ji.jp/

Sensō-ji is Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple and one of the most important cultural landmarks in the city.

Highlights

• Kaminarimon Thunder Gate
• incense purification ritual
• five-story pagoda

Recommended time: 1–2 hours


11:00 – Nakamise Street

Location: Asakusa

A historic shopping street leading to the temple that has existed for centuries.

Try traditional snacks

• ningyo-yaki (sweet cakes)
• rice crackers
• matcha ice cream

Recommended time: 1 hour


13:00 – Lunch in Asakusa

Recommended restaurant

Asakusa Imahan – famous for traditional sukiyaki
https://www.asakusaimahan.co.jp/

Recommended time: 1 hour


15:00 – Sumida River Walk

Location: Sumida River

Enjoy views of traditional Tokyo neighborhoods and river bridges.

Recommended time: 1 hour


18:00 – Dinner with Traditional Atmosphere

Recommended restaurant

Komagata Dozeu – historic restaurant serving loach hotpot since 1801
https://www.dozeu.com/

Recommended time: 1–2 hours

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