[2025 Tokyo Attraction] Travel Guide for Benten-dō (Updated Jul)

Let's go to Sensoji Temple🏯! There is no admission fee. From Shibakoen Station, go to Asakusabashi Station🚇 and you can see Tokyo Tower up close🗼 From Tokyo Tower, walk to Keio University and see the world famous university You can get to Mori Art Museum by bus and enjoy modern art works. You can also get a panoramic view of Tokyo from the 53rd floor You can walk to the National Art Center, Tokyo or take the subway. If you are interested in Tadao Ando's designs, 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT is also recommended You can walk to Hie Shrine or take the subway cr:guaguawa

As the title suggests, Asakusa retains the atmosphere of old Tokyo. The Nakamise-dori Street near the ancient Senso-ji Temple is full of traditional art shops and street food stalls. Regardless of age, it is very suitable to visit Asakusa and experience the Japanese shrine⛩️temple culture. There is also the famous Kaminarimon🏮, which is also a must-check-in photo spot. There are also many stores where you can experience Japanese kimonos and yukatas. You can rent them and experience the traditional Japanese costumes for a day. I highly recommend it.

📍Ueno Bentendo (Shinobazu Pond Bentendo) 🗺️2-1 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 🚉5 minutes walk from the JR Ueno Station Park Exit Bentendo, which floats on Shinobazu Pond in Ueno, is a beautiful temple dedicated to Benzaiten (one of the Seven Lucky Gods). It was built in the Edo period as part of Kan'ei-ji Temple, and even today many worshippers visit it as the goddess of learning, art, and fortune. It is especially picturesque in the summer when the lotus flowers of Shinobazu Pond bloom, and in the fall when the leaves turn red, making it a great photo spot. Why not forget the hustle and bustle of the city and offer a quiet prayer? #FuriTabiWinter #0yenTrip

There is a five-story tower in Senso-ji Temple, called Asakusa Shrine. It looks elegant and solemn, and is a typical Tang Dynasty building. The spire of the Asakusa Shrine is golden. When night falls, the lights in various parts of Tokyo are turned on. From a distance, it looks very eye-catching and charming. Taking photos here can produce great photos. The pedestrian street around the temple has many shops selling traditional handicrafts and tourist products. The wide variety of goods has attracted tourists from all over the world, and the merchants are making a lot of money. Various celebrations are held every year at Sensoji Temple, making it one of the tourist attractions for understanding Japanese national culture. The roof of Sensoji Temple is covered with titanium tiles, which maintains its historical image while being stronger and lighter. More than 30 million tourists from all over the world visit Sensō-ji Temple every year, making it one of the most popular religious sites in the world. ⛰【Tokyo Sensoji Temple Travel Guide】 📍Detailed address: 1-2-4 Asakusa, Taito District, Tokyo, Japan 🚗Transportation guide: various trams, subways and buses in Tokyo Both lines can reach the famous Asakusa Station. 🕙Opening hours: 6:00～17:00 💰Ticket price: Free for tourists from all over the world 🌟Highlights: There are many young ladies wearing kimonos at the entrance and inside the Sensoji Temple. You can also experience riding a rickshaw to tour the Sensoji Temple. 📌Tips: When visiting Sensoji Temple, whether you are worshipping in the halls, or resting or walking in the open air, please do not smoke or eat. There are three smoking areas in the temple. Please smoke in designated areas.

This is the Bentendo Hall, built on a small hill southeast of the main hall of Sensoji Temple. The principal image is said to be an old woman named Benzaiten because of her white hair. It is said to be one of the three Benten deities of the Kanto region, and was worshipped by the Odawara Hojo clan. The Bell of Time was recast by the fifth shogun, Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, in 1692, and is famous for the haiku by Matsuo Basho, "Clouds of flowers, is the bell in Ueno or Asakusa?" Name: Bentendo and Bell of Time Name: Sensoji Temple Location: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Access: 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express 5-minute walk from Exit A4 of Asakusa Station on the Toei Subway Asakusa Line Visit date: December 2023 #Tokyo sightseeing #Domestic travel #Tokyo #Sightseeing #Asakusa #Historic sites that feel history #Travel to experience history and culture #Places that feel history #Sensoji Temple #Bentendo Temple

#wecreate Bentendo Temple, also known as the Benten Shrine, is dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten, one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune in Japanese folklore. The temple's origins can be traced back to the Edo period, when it was built on an island in Shinobazu Pond, creating a captivating visual spectacle. Over the years, the temple has undergone several reconstructions, but its essence and significance have remained intact. Approaching Bentendo Temple, visitors are greeted by a striking vermilion torii gate, marking the entrance to this sacred space. As they venture further, a graceful arched bridge spanning the tranquil waters of the pond transports them into a world of serenity. The temple itself, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant hues, exudes a sense of timeless beauty. The architecture of Bentendo Temple combines elements of both Shinto and Buddhist traditions, reflecting the harmonious coexistence of these two religious practices in Japan. The fusion of styles creates a unique atmosphere, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the spiritual ambiance. Inside the temple, one can find statues, paintings, and other sacred artifacts that pay homage to Benzaiten, the goddess of music, arts, and knowledge. Surrounded by Shinobazu Pond, Bentendo Temple offers breathtaking views from every angle. The still waters mirror the temple's elegant facade, creating a stunning reflection that accentuates its allure. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the stone pathways that encircle the pond, enjoying the gentle breeze and the sight of lotus flowers blooming in vibrant hues during the summer months. Ambiance/Facilities: 8/10 Rating: 4/5

For someone like me who is not afraid of cold, I really want to experience the winter that doesn’t exist in Taiwan again. I miss the place. Please reduce the price of air tickets as soon as possible🤩🤩🤩A solo trip～～～I want to set off😁😁