14 Culture Komyoji Temple in Ueno Peter Sidell Between Tokyo's historic Ueno and Asakusa districts, Komyoji is a centuries-old Buddhist temple, with a peaceful atmosphere..
Transportation Sumida River and Asakusa Cruises Kasia Szumna When visiting Asakusa, you have to see the Sumida river. Its wide banks and monumental bridges impress every Tokyo tourist. The..
Food Rokumonsen Monjayaki in Asakusa Cordelia Ding Looking for a nice and local place to try some Kanto-style Okonomiyaki that not as many people know about, called "Monjayaki?"..
Culture Omikuji at Senso-ji Temple Cordelia Ding Omikuji are written fortunes offered at shrines and temples in Japan. Usually, omikuji require a small offering ( ¥100 usually..
Culture Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Corinna David Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center has a view deck worth visiting and it is absolutely free.
Culture Ichiyo Sakura Festival - Oiran Dochu Procession 2025 Mid Apr The Oiran Dochu Procession is a beautiful recreation of an Edo Period procession through the streets of Asakusa.