Asakusa – A Day Full of Japanese Charm

A must-visit spot on your Tokyo trip, 📍Asakusa Centered around the serene atmosphere of Sensoji Temple, this is the place where you can fully experience traditional Japan within Tokyo. 📍 Sensoji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo, and taking a commemorative photo at the Kaminarimon gate at the entrance is a must! Walking through, you’ll find Nakamise Street lined with traditional Japanese sweets and souvenir shops, making it fun just to browse. 👘 Kimono experience is highly recommended! There are many kimono rental shops in Asakusa, and strolling around Sensoji in traditional attire gives a unique feeling. (Photos come out really beautiful too 📸) 🥢 Nearby, there are many affordable local restaurants, perfect for enjoying Japanese home-style meals like sushi, tempura, and udon on a budget. 🕯️ Visiting Sensoji again at sunset, the temple’s quiet atmosphere under the lights was truly impressive. ⸻ 📍 Asakusa Station, 1-minute walk 🕒 Shopping street: 10:00 AM ~ 6:00 PM / Sensoji Temple open year-round 💰 Kimono rental: starting from 3,000 yen and up ⸻ Asakusa is an essential route for travelers who want to experience ‘traditional Japan’ within Tokyo! The moment you walk down Nakamise Street wearing a kimono, you really feel like you’re in Japan. 🇯🇵✨