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Sensoji Temple

One of Japan’s most frequented destinations! Over 1300 years of history here at the oldest temple in Tokyo.

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This iconic destination in Asakusa sees as many as 30 million visitors each year. It stands as a well-loved mainstay in Tokyo, all while hosting a number of annual traditions like the first temple visit at New Years, Setsubun and more across the year.

From the main Kaminari-mon or “Thunder Gate” known as an icon of Asakusa, you’ll find a larger-than-life, red lantern suspended above, while the guardian statues of Fujin (wind god) and Raijin (thunder god) flank the gate at both sides. From the gate up to the main hall is a 250m stretch known as Nakamise-Dori, lined with a number of souvenir and food shops.

Just steps in front of the main hall you’ll find a hub for burning incense. Many believe that the incense smoke itself can aid in healing any ailments, making it a common stop for visitors looking to waft the smoke over any offending areas.

Highlights

  • Snap a photo to commemorate your trip in front of Kaminarimon, the iconic temple gate of Asakusa!
  • Waft a plume of incense for a healing boost over any physical ailments.
  • After visiting the temple, enjoy a stroll down the sprawling shopping streets of Nakamise-Dori.

Photos

  • Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate © Sensoji Temple

    Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate © Sensoji Temple

  • Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street © Sensoji Temple

    Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street © Sensoji Temple

  • Sensoji Temple, Main Hall © Sensoji Temple

    Sensoji Temple, Main Hall © Sensoji Temple

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Could you inform me about the accessibility here?
A

To your left facing the main hall, there is an elevator available for those who have difficulty with stairs. Also, there are accessible toilets located to the right of the Treasure House Gate and at the back of the main hall. They are equipped with handrails for wheelchairs, changing tables, and baby chairs.

Q

Are we not able to see the principal image of Buddha?
A

The principal image of Buddha and the standing image of Buddha in front are hidden Buddhas, therefore they cannot be viewed for worship. However, you can catch a glimpse of the standing image of Buddha once a year, specifically at 2 p.m. on December 13th.

Q

Is it true that there are many 'bad luck' fortunes in the omikuji?
A

It's often said that "Sensoji Temple has many bad luck omikuji", but that’s to be expected with the culture of omikuji. If you do pull a bad luck fortune, fret not, because it’s believed that living sincerely is enough to turn your luck for the better.

Reviews

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    謝村梨帆 Top Reviewer

    雷門から仲見世通り通って浅草寺にお参り♪昼間は平日でも人がたくさんいるけど夜はまた雰囲気が違って幻想的です。ここはおみくじで「凶」が出る割合が他の神社よりも高くて、全体の30％が凶らしいですが、これは平安時代から伝わる伝統的なおみくじの割合に従っているからだそうです。私も凶も引きましたが、大吉も引いたことあります。ぜひおみくじ引いてみて、凶が出たら棒に結びましょう！

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    黃政喨 Top Reviewer

    東京江戶人的信仰中心歷史悠久，大紅燈籠高高掛是最醒目的地標，連結周邊的商店街、飲食店、隅田川和晴空塔加上交通便捷，整個區域都是觀光旅遊景點。

  • 謝蘭蘭

    來淺草一定要來吃一下拉麵哦~淺草有家名代拉麵 与ろゐ屋在網路評價都很不錯，招牌的柚子醬油拉麵還有餃子都是我的最愛，他的湯頭是用雞骨豬骨、兩種不同的魚干&昆布熬製，醇厚的高湯還多了柚子的香氣，加上的雙黃蛋心~哇一級棒也~

  • 柯靜

    入夜後的淺草寺，從雷門到本堂、連五重塔都會打燈哦，朱紅建築物披上黃光，比起早上更顯的莊嚴美麗餒❤️

  • 黎惠美

    淺草寺附近的平價美食~每次都要排隊的人氣小吃~有花月堂菠蘿麵包,淺草炸肉餅,淺草草莓大福,壽壽喜園,淺草空月草莓團子~每次來這都滿手伴手禮~收獲滿滿

Details

Name in Japanese
浅草寺
Official Name
Kinryuzan Sensoji Temple
Founded
628 AD
Postal Code
111-0032
Address
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-3842-0181 (9:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding Sundays and Holidays)
Admission
Free
Closed
No holidays
Hours
6:00 am to 5:00 pm (Apr.-Sept.); 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (Oct.-Mar.)
Access
1) About 5 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line
2) About 5 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
3) About 5 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express
4) About 5 minutes on foot from the A4 Exit of Asakusa Station on the Toei Subway Asakusa Line
Official Website
Official Website

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