Until I got to Asakusa, Tokyo had just felt like a huge city to me, in the vein of New York or Philadelphia, but this district was truly unique and comfortable and helped me to discover the essence of Tokyo. There is a fantastic shopping district leading up to a massive gate and temple/shrine complex. Well worth visiting, a fun... More

Asakusa Sensoji Temple is a landmark in Tokyo. Having a picture of you with the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) marks your footsteps in the land of Japan; so you really don’t want to miss this. In the temple, you may draw an Omikuji, a prediction which tells your fortune either good or bad. The Japanese likes it a lot. Here you’ll... More

If you do not mind crowded place and you search for a nice temple go visit Sensoji in Asakusa. It offers beautiful complex of buildings in the traditional Japanese architecture, plus there are many shops and restaurants nearby. More

The visit to Asakusa really made my stay in Japan. It was so vibrant and happy and full of culture. We walked down the walkway lined with little shops to buy food and souvenirs, was definately part of the experience. We saw the big entrance gates, the temple, the tower. It was all beautiful and grand in its own way.... More

A must-go for Tokyo sightseers, Sensoji Temple is invariably packed with enjoyment and activities no matter when you paid it a visit. Conveniently located next to Asakusa metro station, the Buddhist shrine welcomes guests with an iconic great red lantern before myriad souvenir shops and sweetie stores excite your inward steps. Once passing through a Sakura line, you will find... More

I was lucky enough to visit while the cherry blossoms were blooming, it was so beautiful. I visited several times at different times of day (since my hotel was nearby), it's nicest in the early evening, when the buildings are lit up and there aren't too many other people around; but do also visit during the day when the main... More

A lovely walk through the grounds, very interesting look into Japanese history and if your lucky the great & good of Tokyo might be having their wedding there as it is a apparently an expensive option & the place to be seen. Also if you have kids its a great place to let them run off some energy. More

The temple is magnificient! and the grounds are THE BEST place to buy your souvieniers!! More

visited the temple with friends and really enjoyed the area. the monkey show at the side is entertaining. the food and the stall is a good intro to a tourist to japan. I explore the side of the temple and found very interesting kimono shops and the fabric shops. bought 4 pcs which cost me a small fortune but couldnt... More