Sensoji Temple

Sensoji Temple(浅草寺), also known as Asakusa Temple, is a Buddhist temple located in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the most popular and well-known temples in the city, attracting millions of visitors each year.

According to legend, the temple was founded in the 7th century when two fishermen caught a statue of Kannon in the nearby Sumida River.

Today, Sensoji Temple is a sprawling complex that includes multiple buildings, gates, and gardens. The temple’s main gate, known as the Kaminarimon or “Thunder Gate,” features a massive paper lantern and a statue of Fujin, the god of wind, and Raijin, the god of thunder. Beyond the gate, visitors can explore the Nakamise shopping street, which features a variety of souvenir shops and food stands, before reaching the temple’s main hall.

At the heart of the temple is the impressive main hall, which features a large altar and a number of beautifully decorated rooms and corridors.

Getting there

From Tokyo Station to Sensoji Temple:

Train	Tokyo Station ↓ Walk about 3 minutes ↓ Kanda Station ↓ Ginza Line ↓ 6 minutes (2 stops) Asakusa Station ↓ Walk about 2 minutes ↓ Sensoji Temple (Cost 330 yen)
Walk	About 1 hour 6 minutes (4.4 km)

Details

Hours	6:30 AM – 5:00 PM April to September / 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission	Free
Phone	+81 3-3842-0181
Address	2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032
Official Website	https://www.senso-ji.jp/