Sensoji Temple
In Japanese: 浅草寺
Tokyo's oldest temple, entered through a giant red lantern and a long shopping street.
Too crowded? Similar but quieter: Nakayama Hokekyoji Temple
Nearby
- Tokyo Skytree ≈ 15 min by car
- Tokyo National Museum ≈ 15 min by car
- National Museum of Western Art ≈ 15 min by car
- Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens ≈ 20 min by car
- Ameyoko Market Street ≈ 20 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 5 min walk from Asakusa Station
- Fee
- Free
- Good to know
- Least crowded early in the morning
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-11. Report outdated info