Sensoji Temple

Name: Sensoji Temple
Address: 2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Place Of Worship・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Sensoji Temple, in Tokyo’s Asakusa district, is the city’s oldest and one of the most visited temples. Founded in 645 AD, it’s a place filled with history and culture. As you approach, you pass through the iconic Kaminarimon Gate, marked by a massive red lantern. This leads to Nakamise Street, a lively shopping area with stalls selling traditional snacks, crafts, and souvenirs.

At the end of this street is the main hall. Here people come to pray and make offerings. The air is filled with incense, the sound of clapping hands, and the bell ringing. Many visitors draw fortunes or write wishes on wooden plaques, hoping for good luck.

One of the temple’s most striking features is its five-story pagoda, a symbol of the temple and the Asakusa area. The temple grounds are especially stunning during the cherry blossom season, when the trees bloom in a sea of pink.

Sensoji is not just a temple but a hub of community life. Festivals like Sanja Matsuri bring people together to celebrate and watch traditional performances. Visiting Sensoji gives you a glimpse into old and new Tokyo.

Phone

+81 3-3842-0181

Website

www.senso-ji.jp

The area

Address

2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Sensoji Temple

One of the best sights in Japan. It's actually the best Temple and a must visit. If you stay close to the temple it is also cheaper area. And then u can go to Temple at night when it's not busy. The night views of the temple are actually much better than day. As in day even though it's open but it's extremely crowded.

Ather

Oct 17, 2024

Beautiful shrine with the iconic giant lantern at the entrance. Even when it’s crowded, the bustling atmosphere did not affect the shrine visit experience. Although it was pretty difficult taking photos without anyone else in it photobombing, the beauty of the place is worth checking out every single time. Would recommend coming earlier in the morning to avoid crowds and then going to queue lunch restaurants as they are just opening up. No tickets required to enter the main shrine.

Lance Tan

Oct 28, 2024

An absolute gem of history. Very beautiful and a great place for families to visit. Although it was very crowded, the population very nicely divided into two directions and it was easy to walk around. It is also surrounded by many local stores which are great to buy small souvenirs. Would definitely recommend if you are in Tokyo and also don’t forget to try so many great restaurants that are nearby.

Ashkan Eighaei Sedeh

Aug 25, 2024

Very busy basically every day and into the night, great markets for souvenirs and tasty treats down the side alleys it's must place to visit on your trip to Tokyo, easy to find, lots to see and eat.

Brian Davis

Oct 21, 2024

Nice place. There were some shops in front of it, you can buy souvenirs. I think would have a better expierence with less people, so try to go in the morning. But overall, very nice for first timers on Tokyo :)