Sensō-ji Temple

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浅草寺

Tokyo's oldest temple, Sensō-ji offers a glimpse into ancient Buddhist history and culture.

Sensō-ji Temple — Akonnchiroll CC0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

Tokyo's oldest temple, founded in 628 AD.
Dedicated to a statue of Kannon, the main deity.
Also known as Asakusa Kannon.
Head temple of the Shō Kannon sect since 1950.

When to go

Consistently popular for New Year's visitors.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Address: 111-0032 東京都台東区浅草2-3-1
Area: Asakusa, Tokyo
Official site: www.senso-ji.jp
Phone: 03-3842-0181
Opening hours: 6:00-17:00 (Main Hall); 6:30-17:00 (Main Hall, Oct-Mar)
Getting there: 5 min walk from Tobu Skytree Line Asakusa Station, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station, Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station, or Toei Subway Asakusa Line Asakusa Station A4 exit

Hours and admission taken from the official site on 30 July 2026. Check before you travel.

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Where it is

111-0032 東京都台東区浅草2-3-1 Open in Google Maps

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