Senso-ji Temple

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Tokyo's oldest temple, boasting over 1,300 years of history. The "Kaminarimon" gate, characterized by its giant red lantern, is world-famous as an iconic Tokyo photo spot. Along "Nakamise Street," which leads from the gate to the main hall, shops selling traditional Japanese sweets and crafts are tightly packed, offering plenty of street food and shopping. It is a vibrant spot where you can feel the downtown atmosphere from the Edo period.

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Senso-ji Temple

Address
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo
Website
https://www.senso-ji.jp/
Operator
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