Asakusa is well known for it's historical atmosphere and Buddhist temples. The area attracts many tourists and worshippers to the various buildings and temples that date back into Japanese history. Of particular note are Sensoji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate, but exploring the less-travelled side streets and alleyways is well worth your time.
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The Charms of Asakusa
Traditional Japanese cultural tourist destination

By Faye Close
Community writer

Sensouji Temple is usually teeming with people on weekends and holidays.

You can usually see people in traditional clothing in Asakusa.

Nakamise is a good place to shop for souvenirs.

Buy yourself a yukata along the Nakamise shopping street.

More Nakamise yukatas on display.

Nakamise souvenirs

Decorate your hair.

Hozomon Gate, the "entrance" to Sensoji Temple grounds

More of Hozomon Gate in front of Sensoji Temple

Sensouji Temple ceiling

Five-story pagoda next to Sensoji

Five-story pagoda

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Olga
10 years ago
I took my friend to Asakusa last year and we got interviewed by schoolgirls and their English teacher.
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