Asakusa & Sensoji Temple
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Asakusa & Sensoji Temple — Complete Guide 2025
Explore one of Tokyo’s most visited historic sites: Sensoji Temple, the Kaminarimon Gate, and Nakamise Shopping Street. Inside you’ll find how to get there, opening hours, free admission, the best things to do (like a Sumida River cruise and Tokyo Skytree), plus tips and a simple day plan.
- 📍 Location: Taitō ward (Asakusa area), Tokyo.
- ⏰ Sensoji main hall: 06:00–17:00 (Oct–Mar: 06:30–17:00); grounds open 24/7.
- 💴 Admission: Free (temple & grounds).
- 🛍️ Nakamise: most shops around 10:00–19:00 (varies by store).
Pro tip: arrive before 9:00 for crowd-free photos, then return after 10:00 for Nakamise shopping.
🚆 Getting to Asakusa & Sensoji
- Tokyo Metro Ginza Line (G19) — Asakusa Station (Exit 1) by Kaminarimon.
- Toei Asakusa Line (A18) — convenient from/to Haneda & Narita with few transfers.
- Tobu Skytree Line — Tobu Asakusa Station, one stop to Tokyo Skytree.
- Tsukuba Express — TX Asakusa Station (a bit farther from Sensoji).
From Haneda: Keikyu/Asakusa Line ~40 min. From Narita: Keisei + Asakusa Line, usually one transfer.
- Local buses to Asakusa-Kaminarimon or Asakusa View Hotel stops.
- Tokyo Cruise boats from Asakusa Pier to Hinode or Odaiba (check schedules/prices).
⏰ Hours & 💴 Costs
- Grounds: 24 hours
- Main hall: 06:00–17:00 (Oct–Mar: 06:30–17:00)
- Regular closures: None
- Admission: Free
- Nakamise: typically 10:00–19:00 (varies by shop)
- Example cruise Asakusa→Hinode: ~10:00 to ~17:45
- One-way fare (approx.): ¥860 adult — ¥430 child
Times/fares change by season and daily operations.
📸 Best Things to Do in Asakusa & Sensoji
Kaminarimon Gate & Nakamise Street
Shoot the giant lantern, then stroll Nakamise for snacks and classic souvenirs.
Purification & Prayer
Try the water/incense ritual and draw a omikuji fortune (small donation).
Rickshaw Ride or Kimono Rental
Hop on a short rickshaw loop, or rent a kimono for timeless photos.
Sumida River Cruise
Board at Asakusa Pier for panoramic boats to Hinode or Odaiba.
🗺️ Nearby Places (Recommended)
- Tokyo Skytree — one stop on the Tobu Skytree Line or ~15-min walk via Azumabashi Bridge.
- Sumida Park — riverside stroll, cherry blossoms in spring.
❓ FAQ — Asakusa & Sensoji
Is there a dress code? No strict rules, but modest clothing is appreciated inside halls.
Is photography allowed? Generally fine outdoors; flash/tripods may be restricted inside certain halls.
When is it least crowded? Early morning before 9:00 or late evening for lantern shots with fewer people.
