Asakusa Shrine
Religious, Buildings & Monuments
East
Shopping, Local Culture, Religion, Architecture, History
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Busy/High traffic
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Lunch
Asakusa Shrine
A Famous Shrine in Tokyo
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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.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 6:30am-5pm, dailyVisit 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, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: 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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