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"Sensoji Temple" is a temple with a history of nearly 1400 years, and enshrines the Holy Kanzeon Bosatsu, the principal idol who appeared during the Asuka period. The large red lantern with the words "Kaminarimon" was well known. Asakusa It is a symbol of, and is a landmark for meetings. It is also called "Fujin Raijin Gate" because the statue of Fujin is on the right side and the statue of Raijin is on the left side when facing Kaminarimon. This Kaminarimon Gate is always crowded with domestic and foreign tourists taking commemorative photos. In addition, the main hall of Sensoji Temple, the five-storied pagoda, and the Hozomon Gate are sometimes lit up at night, making it a spot that attracts people day and night.

There are rumors that the fortune-telling of Sensoji Temple has a high probability of being "bad", but in reality, it is greatly influenced by positive thinking. "If you take care or take a proud attitude just because Daikichi appears, you may turn into bad luck. Also, if you are not afraid of the bad luck, you will turn into good luck by spending time patiently and sincerely. This is because it is stated in the Omikuji. It doesn't mean that it's bad just because it's bad, but it can be interpreted as "it won't fall anymore" or "it will just rise" ♪

There are many attractions to worship, such as eating around Kaminarimon-dori from noon and taking pictures at Sensoji Temple at night.

By the way, there are always rickshaws running near Sensoji Temple from morning till evening. In particular, many rickshaws are waiting around Kaminarimon. In a relaxed manner Asakusa Rickshaw is recommended for those who want to go sightseeing ♪ In addition, there is a shop near Sensoji Temple that offers kimono rental and dressing plans. This is loose Asakusa Perfect for sightseeing ♪ It's a luxury to be able to wear a kimono in Asakusa even if you go empty-handed. Stylish with kimono Asakusa Why don't you enjoy sightseeing?

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[Tokyo / Asakusa] Women's / Men's Kimono & Yukata Rental! Cheap limited to 6 people a day! Kokichi plan

Empty-handed kimono rental Daikichi

Asakusa / Ueno

4,400 circle 2,750 Yen ~ (tax included)

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Kimono and yukata rentals and dressing are included, so you can come empty-handed! This is a super-discount limited rate plan where you can use the regular price of 4,000 yen (4,400 yen with tax) for 2,500 yen (2,750 yen with tax). (Limited to 6 people per day) Flow of the day 1. First of all, you can choose from a lot of costumes, and it will be finished in about 30 minutes including dressing. 2.

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[Tokyo・Asakusa] Spring sale in progress☆0 minutes walk from Asakusa Station! Full kimono set, hair set and dressing included! Free umbrella rental on rainy days♪

Kimono rental VASARA Asakusa main store

Asakusa / Ueno

4,378 circle 3,278 Yen ~ (tax included)

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At "Kimono Rental VASARA Asakusa Main Store", we offer various plans that you can come to the store empty-handed and change into your favorite kimono and take a walk. There are more than 1000 types of design kimono! Please choose your favorite kimono at the store.

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"Asakusa Hanayashiki" is Asakusa It is an amusement park with a long history as a famous tourist spot of. There are no special features of the attraction, but what should be noted is its "" retro feeling "". It has a very nostalgic atmosphere and buildings, which is a characteristic of Asakusa Hanayashi. It's a photogenic spot because you can experience a feeling that is not found in ordinary amusement parks. In addition, the attraction itself can be enjoyed by children and adults, so it should be useful as a date spot with family and friends. Please go to Hanayashiki once! I'm sure you can feel "something" that you can't feel in an ordinary amusement park ♪

・ "Asakusa Performing Arts Hall"
Asakusa Speaking of traditional performing arts ... Yes, it's rakugo. "Asakusa Engei Hall" is the most famous yose (rakugo venue) in Asakusa. Here you can enjoy rakugo every day, seven days a week. In addition to rakugo, there are performances by rakugoka, comic storytellers, and entertainers who are active on TV and radio, so some performers may not be able to enter. If you visit, check the official schedule before you go.

・ "Asakusa Public Hall"
"Asakusa Public Hall" is a famous place for Kabuki. Speaking of Kabuki in Japan, it originates from this very place. Also, in front of the public hall, there is a plaza with cobblestones containing the handprints and autographs of entertainers, commonly known as "Star Square". This is also a popular hidden spot.

A symbol of Tokyo that is higher than the well-known Tokyo Tower. Many visitors visit the observation floor in the Sky Tree, which overlooks Tokyo, every year. In addition, Tokyo Skytree Town, which houses tourist facilities, commercial facilities, and offices, is a famous place that combines shopping and play. The planetarium and aquarium called "" Tenku "" are also the highlights of Tokyo Skytree Town.

It is easily accessible from Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line in 3 minutes, but it is also accessible by the free Asakusa sightseeing bus "Panda Bus". The main bus stops are in front of Kaminarimon, Asakusa ROX, and near Tokyo Sky Tree, so please use them for sightseeing.

Asakusa There are many shops such as sweets shops and Japanese sweets shops, restaurants that can be used for lunch and dinner, izakaya and bars with delicious sake. In addition, there are many spots near Sensoji Temple where you can enjoy souvenirs and eat. Such Asakusa I would like to introduce gourmet information all at once here!

・ "San-Sada", which offers Asakusa's popular food, Tendon
According to one theory, "Tendon" originated in Asakusa, and there are even long-established stores that have been in business since the end of the 19th century. San-Sada, which has a store right next to Kaminarimon, is a well-known store that has been in business for over 180 years and offers "Tendon" and "Tempura". You can also buy "fried manju" as a souvenir. In fact, San-Sada is the first to start fried buns in Asakusa.

・ "Komakata Dozeu Asakusa Main Store" full of old-fashioned atmosphere
"Komakata Dozeu Asakusa Main Store" uses the typical merchant house construction of the Edo period. The exterior and interior of the shop are full of old-fashioned downtown atmosphere, and you can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. As a loach restaurant that has been in Asakusa for 200 years, its cuisine is also exceptional.

・ Sukiyaki restaurant "Yoneku Main Store" with the best cost performance and taste
Speaking of a long-established sukiyaki restaurant in Asakusa, the name "Yonehisa" is probably mentioned. "Gyu-nabe" became popular as a dish of the general public with the civilization of the Meiji era. Beef pot eventually evolved into "sukiyaki". "Yoneku Main Store" is the birthplace of sukiyaki, Asakusa, and offers sukiyaki at that time. If you want to eat luxurious sukiyaki at Ryo Cospa, go to "Yonekyu"!

・ Famous Menchi-katsu "Asakusa Menchi" on Dempoin Street
The Menchi-katsu of "Asakusa Menchi", which is famous as a gourmet to eat when you come to Asakusa, is exquisite. Celebrities are also so popular that they often press the taiko stamp. A juicy minced meat cutlet with plenty of gravy will surely make you sick if you eat a bite.

・ 50 years since establishment! Asakusa long-established pure coffee shop "Asakusa Mountain"
"Asakusa Mountain" is a pure coffee shop that has been in business for 50 years. Not only coffee and coffee shop menus, but also okonomiyaki and monjayaki are available. Of course, coffee shop-like menus such as cream anmitsu and cream zenzai are also very popular. Among them, the attention will be "Skytree Parfait". The jumbo parfait, which boasts an impact of about 38 cm, is worth a visit.

・ Famous store "Asakusa Kibidango Azuma" on Nakamise Street
"Azuma", which sells "kibi dango" that has been sold in Asakusa for a long time, is a purveyor to entertainers that is introduced on TV. Demonstration sales of "Kibidango" are available at the store. Azuma will be provided with a hot and hot "kibi dango" that is freshly made. The feeling of eating kibi dango while being chewy will feel very fresh.

・ Ningyo-yaki shop along Nakamise Street
Speaking of Asakusa souvenirs, ningyo-yaki. If you walk along Nakamise Street, you will find many ningyo-yaki shops. There are various types of ningyo-yaki, such as crispy skin, fluffy one, one with red bean paste, and one without bean paste, so please find your favorite ningyo-yaki.

・ Japanese sweets shop "Kamejuu"
A long-established Japanese sweets shop that has been around for about 90 years. It is located in front of Kaminarimon, about a 3-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Toei Subway. Japanese sweets centered on the famous dorayaki are delicious, and there is a lot of exposure to the media, so it is a very popular shop that no one knows in Asakusa. Some people call it "one of the three major dorayaki in Tokyo," and once you eat it, you'll be satisfied.

・ There is always a line! Asakusa Kagetsudo's "Jumbo Melonpan"
Speaking of melon bread that can always be lined up in Asakusa, it is "Jumbo Melonpan" from Asakusa Kagetsudo. With its main store in Asakusa Nishi-Sando Shopping Street, it is an amazingly popular product that sells 3000 pieces a day and 6000 pieces a day at 4 stores. I'm glad that I can eat freshly baked food and take it home as a souvenir.

・ Ultra-rich matcha gelato from "Suzukien x Nanaya"
Matcha ice cream is also popular with foreigners, but the rich matcha gelato from "Suzukien x Nanaya" is making a noise among women in the streets as "the darkest gelato in the world." We also have rare flavors such as roasted green tea and Dainagon, but the most popular menu is "Matcha gelato". The taste is rich, and it is a dessert that you should definitely enjoy when you visit Asakusa.

・ A famous store of shaved ice! "Asakusa Naniwaya"
"Asakusa Naniwaya" is a famous store where you can line up in both summer and winter. It is a well-known Taiyaki restaurant in Azabujuban, and it is very popular. You can enjoy the extreme tastes of hot taiyaki and shaved ice.

・ Popular hot cake from "Coffee Tengoku"
At "Coffee Tengoku", which is located just off Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express, you can enjoy delicious old-fashioned hot cakes. The outside is crispy and the inside is fluffy, which is very delicious.

・ A must-see for those who like alcohol! "Hoppy Street"
"Hoppy Street" is a restaurant area that passes on the left side of Sensoji Temple in Asakusa. Also known as stewed street. Many shops open early, so you can often see them drinking alcohol from noon.

・ If you wish for business prosperity in Asakusa, "Washi Shrine"
Asakusa The Washi Shrine, where the famous "Tori no Ichi" is held, has a history that has continued since the Edo period. Washi Shrine is a shrine that enshrines a god called Yamato Takeru Nomikoto. It is said that if you visit "Tori no Ichi" held in November every year and purchase a rake in Asakusa, you will benefit from prosperous business.

・ "Asakusa Shrine" near Sensoji Temple is a tourist attraction known to those in the know!
The annual festival "Sanja Matsuri" held in May every early summer at "Asakusa Shrine" is very famous. It is one of the most lively festivals in Tokyo as well as in the Kanto region, and is known for attracting nearly 2 million spectators. The shouts that reverberate like the rumbling of the ground and the mikoshi that parade vigorously are worth a visit.

A water cruise provided by Tokyo Cruise Ship (TOKYO CRUISE). There is a route from Asakusa to Hinode Pier and Odaiba Kaihin Park, which is very popular with tourists. In the spring season, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms that bloom along the Sumida River and the thousand cherry blossoms in Sumida Park, so be sure to make a reservation during the cherry blossom season.

You can see the changing appearance of Tokyo while listening to the announcement on board that introduces the unique bridges of Azumabashi and Kiyosu Bridge. The spaceship-like water bus "Himiko" is very popular because it was designed by Leiji Matsumoto. Also, board the train from "Hamarikyu" at Shimbashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Asakusa There is also a course that goes to Odaiba Kaihin Park. With this course, you can go sightseeing near Shimbashi and then go to Asakusa.

By the way, you can cruise while watching the fireworks on this water bus even at the nationally famous "Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival". However, it is very popular, so you need to make an early reservation.

The Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, a facility that is friendly to foreigners and tourists from rural areas, is a little-known tourist information center. Asakusa It will tell you the tourist information and recommended spots of. The location is located diagonally in front of Kaminarimon, and has the advantage of being accessible as soon as you arrive in Asakusa, and is visited by many tourists. There is also an observation terrace on the 8th floor of the property. You can get a panoramic view of Asakusa, such as Tokyo Sky Tree, Asahi Breweries, which is famous for its golden objects, and Sensoji Temple. Of course, you can enter at night, so you can see the night view for free, which is a great deal. By the way, it seems that traditional craftsmen are exhibiting and demonstrating traditional crafts for a limited time.

For those who are suffering from romance or for couples' dates, there is a matchmaking shrine that makes you want to go without hesitation as an absolutely indispensable spot. Asakusa Is in. That is "Imado Shrine". It is said that the first beckoning cat was made in the Edo period, and the symbol of the shrine is a large pair of beckoning cats that are as tall as a child. It is attracting a lot of attention from people who want to improve their romance, and it is rumored that making this beckoning cat a standby for mobile phones will have the benefit of increasing romance. Let's improve your fortune to meet good luck at Imado Shrine, which is a matchmaking ♪

Do you know "Kappabashi Tool Street" which is known and loved by cooks all over the world? It is a city where all the cooks, from professionals to amateurs, come to buy tools. Here you will find everything from standard kitchen utensils to interesting cooking goods. The Kappabashi Tool Street is easily accessible from the Asakusa Station exit of the Tsukuba Express.

By the way, a typical store that sells interesting goods is "Original Food Sample Shop". We sell various kinds of food samples, and we also hold events where you can experience making food samples.

We have introduced various tourist attractions and gourmet foods in Asakusa. Asakusa Did you know the charm of? Visit a shrine, enjoy gourmet food, and finally be fascinated by the scenery ... There are so many attractions in this small town. It's clear that it has a reason to be popular as a tourist spot all year round. It is expected to be very crowded in 2020, so why not visit the places you care about now?