Experts' Choice Award Senso-ji Temple
8 expert reviews
Fodor's "The garden of Dembo-in is ... the best-kept secret in Asakusa." Full review
Concierge "Pass through the famous red gates (Kaminarimon) and walk up Nakamise Street along a row of small shops selling everything from tourist trinkets to traditional crafts."
Frommer's "Tokyo's oldest and most popular temple." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tokyo’s oldest temple, completed in A.D. 645, is devoted to Kannon, the Buddhist deity of compassion and mercy." Full review
Time Out "With over 30 million visitors a year, Senso-ji holds a special place in local hearts." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Founded in the 7C and dedicated to Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, the Buddhist temple of Senso-ji was toppled by the bombings of the Second World War." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Centrally located in the Asakusa neighborhood, Sensō-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple that houses a rich and vibrant history. "
Tokyo Travel Guide
July 15, 2021
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Watch those around you for cues on how to act as you approach and enter the temple.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Walk down Nakamise-dōri to reach the temple entrance – to your left you'll spot the Five-Storeyed Pagoda (55m) almost begging you to take its photo." Full review
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