If you are going on a trip to Japan, are you thinking of going to Asakusa?
Asakusa has an attractive traditional Japanese streetscape, and in this article we will introduce some recommended spots.
About Asakusa
Asakusa Station can be reached on the Tobu Skytree Line, Tsukuba Express,Asakusa Line, and Ginza Line.
Asakusa has a very attractive old Japanese townscape, and you can enjoy typical Japanese cuisine such as tempura and sushi.
Also, Ueno and Tokyo Skytree are nearby, so it’s an easy place to stop by on the way.
10 recommended spots in Asakusa
If you go to Asakusa, we will introduce you to the buildings you should see at least once and recommended spots where you can eat delicious food.
Kaminarimon
Kaminarimon is the most famous spot in Asakusa.
Kaminarimon is the entrance to Nakamise-dori Street near the station, and the building with the large lantern is the target.
Side to the gate are statues of Wind God and Thunder God.
Sensō-ji
Sensoji is the largest temple in Asakusa.
There is a large incense burner called Jokoro on the grounds of Sensoji Temple, and there is a legend that it can quickly heal ailments in your body and improve your intelligence.
You can also buy amulets and fortune slips based on traditional Japanese customs that can only be purchased here.
Five-Storied Pagoda
Five-Storied Pagoda is a large pagoda next to Sensoji Temple.
It is so called because of its shape, which resembles five buildings stacked on top of each other.
Hanayashiki
Hanayashiki is Japan’s oldest amusement park, opened in 1853.
There are many retro rides, but there are also events held frequently, so you can have fun no matter how many times you go.
The entrance fee is 1,200 yen, and the reasonable price of 2,400 yen for a free pass that allows you to ride as many attractions as you like is one of the attractions.
Nakamise-dori Street
Nakamise-dori Street is the street between Kaminarimon and Sensoji Temple, and is the oldest shopping street in Japan, dating back to the Edo period.
There are a variety of shops selling traditional Japanese products such as folding fans and dyed goods, as well as various sweets.
We also recommend buying souvenirs here.
Marugoto Nippon
Marugoto Japan is a store located in a building with Uniqlo as its landmark.
You can purchase special products from all over Japan here.
Purchase food and alcohol from outside of Tokyo here.
kagetudo
Kagetsudo is a shop that sells melon bread, one of Asakusa’s specialties.
The melon bread at this shop is large and fluffy on the inside, and this delicious melon bread is one of the best in Japan.
Some stores also sell it with cream.
Oimoyasan koshin
This shop sells sweet potatoes.
I especially recommend Daigakuimo, which is crispy on the outside and soft and sweet on the inside.
Daigakuimo comes in a 600 yen cup and can be eaten right on the street.
Tabanenoshi
This shop sells matcha crepes.
The crepes here are roasted on the top, hot on the outside and cold on the inside with ice cream, giving it an unusual texture.
This is a very popular restaurant, so we recommend getting in line as early as possible.
Matcha Sweets Kaminari-Issa
This shop sells matcha drinks and sweets.
They also sell tea leaves, so it is recommended as a souvenir.
You can also try your hand at making matcha at this shop.
You can enjoy your own matcha with Japanese sweets, so be sure to give it a try!
Let’s Enjoy Asakusa
This time we introduced recommended spots in Asakusa.
There are many other attractive shops in Asakusa, but please try the ones introduced in this article first.
It will surely make your trip a wonderful memory.
