Guidebook for Taitō-ku
Sightseeing
6 mins to walk
Hours: 6:00 to 17:00 (from 6:30 October to March)
Sensoji ("Senso" is an alternative reading for Asakusa and "ji" means temple) is Tokyo's most famous and popular temple.
1521 locals recommend
Senso-ji Temple
2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa6 mins to walk
Hours: 6:00 to 17:00 (from 6:30 October to March)
Sensoji ("Senso" is an alternative reading for Asakusa and "ji" means temple) is Tokyo's most famous and popular temple.
Hours: Always open
Kaminarimon is the first of two large entrance gates leading to Sensoji Temple. First built more than 1000 years ago, it is the symbol of Asakusa.
200 locals recommend
Kaminarimon
Hours: Always open
Kaminarimon is the first of two large entrance gates leading to Sensoji Temple. First built more than 1000 years ago, it is the symbol of Asakusa.
Hours: 10:00 to 18:00 (longer hours during holidays)
Admission: 1000 yen plus separate fees for rides
Originally opened as a flower park, Hanayashiki has a history of more than 150 years.
298 locals recommend
Hanayashiki
2-chōme-28-1 AsakusaHours: 10:00 to 18:00 (longer hours during holidays)
Admission: 1000 yen plus separate fees for rides
Originally opened as a flower park, Hanayashiki has a history of more than 150 years.
This riverside park stretches along both sides of Sumida River for several 100 meters. In spring it becomes a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, , while on July it becomes the site of the Fireworks.
131 locals recommend
Sumida Park
1-chōme-1 HanakawadoThis riverside park stretches along both sides of Sumida River for several 100 meters. In spring it becomes a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, , while on July it becomes the site of the Fireworks.
2-chōme-18-9 Kaminarimon
Hours: 9:00 to 20:00
Closed: No closing days
A broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida, Tokyo. Skytree became the tallest tower in the world in March 2011 at a height of 634 meters.
1847 locals recommend
Tokyo Skytree
1-chōme-1-2 OshiageA broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida, Tokyo. Skytree became the tallest tower in the world in March 2011 at a height of 634 meters.
With its 333 meters, Tokyo Tower is Japan’s second tallest building. Its central location in Minato District allows for breath-taking observations of Tokyo both during the day and night.
1436 locals recommend
Tokyo Tower
4-chōme-2-8 ShibakōenWith its 333 meters, Tokyo Tower is Japan’s second tallest building. Its central location in Minato District allows for breath-taking observations of Tokyo both during the day and night.
The scramble street crossing outside Shibuya Station is easily the world’s busiest, with a thousand people running into the middle of the street, weaving together in a huge organic mass.
248 locals recommend
Shibuya Crossing
1-chōme-2-1 DōgenzakaThe scramble street crossing outside Shibuya Station is easily the world’s busiest, with a thousand people running into the middle of the street, weaving together in a huge organic mass.
Shopping
Hours depend on the individual shops; typically daily from 9:00 to 19:00
The Nakamise shopping street stretches over approximately 250 meters from Kaminarimon to the main grounds of Sensoji Temple.
194 locals recommend
Nakamise Shopping Street
1-chōme-36-3 AsakusaHours depend on the individual shops; typically daily from 9:00 to 19:00
The Nakamise shopping street stretches over approximately 250 meters from Kaminarimon to the main grounds of Sensoji Temple.
Kappabashi is an almost one kilometer long street lined by shops catering to restaurant businesses. Items on sale include tableware, kitchen utensils and appliances, sample food, furniture, and signs.
176 locals recommend
Kappabashi Dōgu-gai (Kitchenware Street)
3-chōme-18-2 MatsugayaKappabashi is an almost one kilometer long street lined by shops catering to restaurant businesses. Items on sale include tableware, kitchen utensils and appliances, sample food, furniture, and signs.
Matsuya department store is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00
The station building also houses a Matsuya department store that spans eight floors.
28 locals recommend
Matsuya Asakusa
1-chōme-4-1 HanakawadoMatsuya department store is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00
The station building also houses a Matsuya department store that spans eight floors.
The building consists of a complex of three structures. There are two panoramic observation decks, one in each tower on floor 45 are free to the public and contain gift shops and cafes.
510 locals recommend
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
The building consists of a complex of three structures. There are two panoramic observation decks, one in each tower on floor 45 are free to the public and contain gift shops and cafes.
Everything Else
Shops: Daily 10:30 to 21:00 (supermarket is open 24 hours)
Restaurants: Daily 11:00 to 22:00
Rox is a shopping and entertainment complex.
171 locals recommend
Asakusa Rox
1-chōme-25-15 AsakusaShops: Daily 10:30 to 21:00 (supermarket is open 24 hours)
Restaurants: Daily 11:00 to 22:00
Rox is a shopping and entertainment complex.
Food Scene
Kikkō
2-chōme-2-2-13 AsakusaGreat place, great food, great show!! Highly recommended to everybody.
Delicious food for a good price. It feels autentic japanese with not only tourists as guests. Most of the staff speak english quite good.
19 locals recommend
Sometarō
2-chōme-2-2 NishiasakusaDelicious food for a good price. It feels autentic japanese with not only tourists as guests. Most of the staff speak english quite good.
Very tasty sukiyaki. Set course menu in a private room. Great service...very attentive, friendly and helpful staff.
88 locals recommend
Asakusa Sushiken
2-chōme-11-4 AsakusaVery tasty sukiyaki. Set course menu in a private room. Great service...very attentive, friendly and helpful staff.
Great traditional dinner in fantastic setting.They only served a set course menu. A wonderful combination of soups, sashimi, tofu, etc.
4-59 Uenokōen
Great traditional dinner in fantastic setting.They only served a set course menu. A wonderful combination of soups, sashimi, tofu, etc.
Delicious and reasonable!
Sushi is a must when you come to Japan. Sushi Zanmai is one the best you can not missed. Several branch arond, 24 hours open, English menu with pictures and price.
9 locals recommend
Sushi Zanmai Asakusa Kaminarimon
Delicious and reasonable!
Sushi is a must when you come to Japan. Sushi Zanmai is one the best you can not missed. Several branch arond, 24 hours open, English menu with pictures and price.
Delicious and reasonable!
Sushi is a must when you come to Japan. Sushi Zanmai is one the best you can not missed. Several branch arond, 24 hours open, English menu with pictures and price.
22 locals recommend
Sushi Zanmai
1-chōme-27-8 MinamiikebukuroDelicious and reasonable!
Sushi is a must when you come to Japan. Sushi Zanmai is one the best you can not missed. Several branch arond, 24 hours open, English menu with pictures and price.
1-chōme-36-7 Asakusa
Fantasic ramen experience.
Dote no Iseya
1-chōme-9-2 NihonzutsumiOld styled tempra restaurant.
Entertainment & Activities
There are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disneylands: Adventureland, Westernland, Fantasyland, & Tomorrowland; two mini-lands: Critter Country & Mickey’s Toontown.
1017 locals recommend
Tokyo Disneyland
MaihamaThere are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disneylands: Adventureland, Westernland, Fantasyland, & Tomorrowland; two mini-lands: Critter Country & Mickey’s Toontown.
Essentials
The biggest wholesale fish market in the world. The market is located in Tsukiji in central Tokyo, between the Sumida River and Ginza. A great location to grab a fresh sushi breakfast!
1032 locals recommend
Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 TsukijiThe biggest wholesale fish market in the world. The market is located in Tsukiji in central Tokyo, between the Sumida River and Ginza. A great location to grab a fresh sushi breakfast!