Japan's must-see attractions - Sensoji Temple

Tokyo's oldest temple 🏯 has a history of more than 1,300 years and is the main attraction in Asakusa. The opening hours of Sensoji Temple are from 6 am to 5 pm, but Kaminarimon and Nakamise-dori Shopping Street are open 24 hours a day. If you want to avoid the crowds, you can come early in the morning or in the evening to enjoy the different styles. There is a huge red lantern with the word "Kaminarimon" written on it at the entrance of Sensoji Temple. Kaminarimon is the symbol of Sensoji Temple and one of the most famous landmarks in Tokyo. You can take photos here, or walk under the lantern to see what is engraved on the back of the lantern. Passing through Kaminarimon, you will enter Nakamise-dori Shopping Street, an ancient shopping street about 250 meters long with more than 80 shops selling various traditional Japanese snacks and souvenirs. You can also taste Asakusa's specialty taro yokan, fried buns, fried meat cakes and other delicacies, or buy some Japanese-style items, food models, Monchhichi dolls and other souvenirs. If you walk to the end of Nakamise-dori, you will see the Hozomon Gate, which is the main entrance to Sensoji Temple. In front of the gate there is a huge straw sandal weighing 400 kilograms. The straw sandal symbolizes the compassion and power of Guanyin Bodhisattva and is also one of the signature features of Sensoji Temple. Here you can feel the history and grandeur of Sensoji Temple. After passing through the Hozomon Gate, you will enter the territory of Sensoji Temple, where you can visit the main hall, the five-story pagoda, Nishikinryuin and other buildings, or wave incense in front of the incense burner to pray for health. The main deity of Sensoji Temple is Guanyin Bodhisattva, the Buddha who listens to the suffering of all living beings and saves all living beings. You can also worship Guanyin Bodhisattva in front of the main hall, or ask for a fortune poem next to it to see your fortune💪🏻 Next to Sensoji Temple, there is also an Asakusa Shrine, also known as Sansha Shrine⛩️This shrine was built to commemorate the three fisherman brothers who founded Sensoji Temple. You can worship the three gods here, or buy some amulets, ema, etc. to pray for peace and wishes. If you want to appreciate the different aspects of Senso-ji Temple, you can come at night to see the Kaminarimon Gate and the five-story pagoda under the lights, or go to the observation deck of the Asakusa Culture Tourist Center to overlook the panoramic view of Senso-ji Temple. You can also experience the entertainment and culture of Asakusa. You can go to Asakusa Hanayashiki Amusement Park to play Japan's oldest roller coaster and other rides, or go to Asakusa Performing Arts Hall to enjoy traditional Kabuki performances. 👍🏻 2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032 Japan #Japan and Korea City Attractions #Weekend Tour #Overseas Tour #trip #Japan Travel #Japan Attractions #Cool Travel Experience #Travel Inspiration