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Taito

Full of history and traditional Japanese culture

About Taito
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Hatsumode in Asakusa 2025

Hatsumode in Asakusa 2025

Jan 1st - Jan 3rd

The first visit to the shrine in the new year is called Hatsumode, and it attracts quite some crowds every year, and I think it..

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Ueno Artist Project 2024-2025

Ueno Artist Project 2024-2025

Mid Nov - Early Jan

The Ueno Artist Project is an exhibition series which started back in 2017, and it takes on a different theme each year.

¥500
Oyster Festival in Ueno Park 2025

Oyster Festival in Ueno Park 2025

Early Jan

Taking place in early January, the Oyster Festival in Ueno Park includes three days of oyster eating and sake tasting in the heart..

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Places to stay in Taito

The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon

The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon

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The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon offers unrivalled views of the local area and nearby Tokyo Skytree, as well as a comfortably intimate..

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Agora Place Asakusa

Agora Place Asakusa

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Newly opened in July of 2012, Agora Place Asakusa is a stylish, chic hotel whose modern concepts make it unique in a tired hotel..

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Sawanoya Ryokan

Sawanoya Ryokan

Serena Ogawa

With a wooden exterior that would not be remiss in an old Japanese film, the interior of Sawanoya is just as comforting. Visitors..

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Gyoza Bar Keisuke

Gyoza Bar Keisuke

Alessio Pompeo

Gyoza Bar Keisuke in Asakusa offers an authentic taste of Japan with its fresh, traditional dumplings. Customers can enjoy various..

Asakusa Shutter Art

Asakusa Shutter Art

Peter Lin

Before the crowds show up in Asakusa, a walk along the streets of Nakamise Dori is an interesting experience and allows for viewing..

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About Taito

Taito-ku has an abundance of new modern facilities to enjoy, the area is full of history and traditional Japanese culture going back to the Edo period of the 17th Century. Unlike some of the more over enthusiastically developed areas of the city, where bulldozers have removed all the charming sense of the past, Taito-ku has preserved many neighborhoods with old style characteristics and culture carried on in the Shitamachi spirit.

There are a number of main neighborhoods to explore as well as small off the beaten track places of interest. You will find many places to explore in this area.

Ueno is home to the oldest and first public park established in Tokyo in 1873. Ueno Park is the home to some of Tokyo's most splendid cultural sites. Inside the park you will find a variety of things to explore from, temples, national, art, nature and science museums and Ueno Zoo.

Across from the park is the bustling marketplace of Ameyoko. From discount merchandise sold by energetic street vendors to brand name shops and upper-end department stores it is a shoppers paradise.

Asakusa is a thriving temple town and a long and distinguished history. The landmark of the area is the grand Senso-ji, a temple built in the 7th century with its splendid Kaminarimon or Thunder gate.

Sumida Park stretches along the river and is a popular spot for Cherry blossom viewing in spring and fireworks displays in summer. Many events and festivals are held throughout the year attracting crowds of people to enjoy the celebrations and charming sights Asakusa has to offer.

Taito-ku is a cradle of both Japanese culture and modern facilities that has something to offer for everyone. It is a must see area for any visitor to Tokyo.

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