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Asakusa Shrine

Asakusa Shrine
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Type of Attraction
Religious, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Shopping, Local Culture, History, Religion, Architecture
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs Busy/High traffic
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Availability Unknown
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Asakusa Shrine

A Famous Shrine in Tokyo


Expert Pick Family Time Must See

Address: Phone:
2-3-1 Asakusa
Taito-ku
Tokyo, Kanto 111-0032
+81 (0)3 3844 1575
Fax: +81 (0)3 3841 2020

Description

A millennium ago so the legend goes, the Hirokuma brothers found the statue of Kannon (the Bodhisattva of Mercy--the deity alleged to have great powers in purifying people and granting them true happiness) in their fishing nets and the village chief dutifully enshrined it. The Asakusa Shrine was thus established in 1649 and the 3 persons in the legend were consecrated as gods of the shrine, hereby earning it the nickname Sanja-sama (the shrine of the 3 gods). Undoubtedly a famous shrine in Tokyo, it also hosts the Sanja Festival in May.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: 6:30am-5pm, daily
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Asakusa Station
Best Modes of Transportation: Subway Train
Parking Availability: Limited


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