Asakusa

The district spans across the northeastern section of Tokyo, featuring narrow streets lined with traditional wooden buildings and modern establishments.

During the Edo Period until the early 1900s, the neighborhood functioned as Tokyo's primary entertainment center, containing numerous theaters and leisure venues.

The Sensoji Temple complex, established in the 7th century, includes the Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise shopping street with traditional Japanese crafts.

Two train stations named Asakusa serve the district through the Tobu Skytree Line and Toei Asakusa Line, connecting visitors to central Tokyo.

The district houses Hanayashiki, which opened as a flower park and transformed into Japan's first permanent amusement park with mechanical rides.

Location: Taitō-ku

Part of: 上野、淺草副都心

GPS coordinates: 35.71492,139.79652

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:12