Senso-ji Temple (浅草寺, Sensōji) is a popular spot for omikuji, or fortunes. These auspicious sheets are offered in a multitude of languages, enticing both Japanese and foreigners alike to see how their luck plays out. If the number you draw is less than lucky, don’t worry – simply tie up the offending fortune on the nearby wires and allow your bad karma to be spirited away.
The temple also shares its grounds with the Asakusa Shrine, dedicated to the three men credited with the temple’s founding. Considered one of the oldest original buildings in Tokyo, the shrine plays host to the exuberant Sanja Matsuri every May. Another popular building (and photo spot) is the five-story pagoda
A number of other festivals take place at Senso-ji throughout the year. The Kinryu-no-mai (Dragon Dance) can be enjoyed on March 18th and October 18th, when a large golden dragon on poles is paraded through the streets. Visitors on April 14th can witness the Sagi-no-mai (White Heron Dance), which features a parade of participants in both Heian-era outfits and heron costumes. In late autumn, the temple’s atmosphere grows even more exuberant during its end of the year rake fairs. Buyers come to purchase one of the many colorfully adorned tools in the hopes of raking in good fortune in the coming year.
It is arguably one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city, Senso-ji Temple – also known as Asakusa Kannon – can trace its roots back to the early 600s. In 628, two fishermen on the nearby Sumida River repeatedly brought up a golden statue of the Buddhist goddess of mercy along with their usual catch. Finally deciding not to throw the statue back to the depths of the river once more, they instead brought it to their village headman, who convinced them to build a temple in its honor. Senso-ji Temple was finished in the year 645 and quickly became a pilgrimage site.
Its popularity endured over the centuries and even continues in the present day, with most visitors making this one of their first stops in Tokyo. The road leading up to the temple, known as the Nakamise-dori or “street of inner shops”, peddles everything from lacquered chopsticks and ukiyo-e prints to cheap keychains and colorful trinkets. Cake-like ningyoyaki¸sweet treats that are served hot off the iron grill, are a popular purchase, as are warming cups of amazake in the winter months.
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Five-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Ginza Subway Line, Asakusa Subway Line, and Tobu Railways.
신년 처음으로 신사에 참배하는 것을 "하츠모데(初詣)" 라고 합니다. 매년 많은 사람들이 모입니다. 일본식 새해를 맞이하기 위해서는 안성맞춤 입니다. 전 세계에서 새해 축하라 하면 불꽃놀이 이지만, 일본에서는 아사쿠사 에서 볼 수 있듯이, 문화적인 관습으로 신사에 참배하고 새로 다가오는 새해에는 많은 복이 있기를 기원하며 기도를 올립니다. 12월 31일의 추운 밤, 따뜻한 군중 속에 섞여 새해의 이른 아침을 맞이할 수 있는, 일본에서 만 가능한 독특한 체험이 될것입니다.
전설에 따르면, 센소지는 수미다 강에서 두 형제가 가논의 황금 동상을 잡는 정확한 위치에 628년에 지어졌다고 합니다. 이 사원은 645년에 완공되었습니다. 사실 이곳은 도쿄에서 가장 크고 오래된 사찰입니다. 매년 수백만 명의 방문객들이 방문하기 때문에 그것은 모든 방문객들에게 아주 멋진 경험이됩니다.
카미나리몬에서 절까지 이어지는 긴 거리를 따라 있는 가게 문을 열기 전, 정말 일찍 방문하신다면, 여러분들은 일본식 셔터 아트 (Shutter Art)를 감상하실 수 있을 기회가 마련된다.
도쿄의 역사적인 아사쿠사 지역인 센소지에서는 매년 12월에 열리는 하고이타이치 박람회에서 전통적인 장식용 방망이를 살 수 있다.
신년 처음으로 신사에 참배하는 것을 "하츠모데(初詣)" 라고 합니다. 매년 많은 사람들이 모입니다. 일본식 새해를 맞이하기 위해서는 안성맞춤 입니다. 전 세계에서 새해 축하라 하면 불꽃놀이 이지만, 일본에서는 아사쿠사 에서 볼 수 있듯이, 문화적인 관습으로 신사에 참배하고 새로 다가오는 새해에는 많은 복이 있기를 기원하며 기도를 올립니다. 12월 31일의 추운 밤, 따뜻한 군중 속에 섞여 새해의 이른 아침을 맞이할 수 있는, 일본에서 만 가능한 독특한 체험이 될것입니다.
도쿄 북부에는 인기있는 불교 사원인 센소지가 있습니다. 이 사원으로가는 길을 200미터 지나면 나카미세라는 아름다운 사원이 보입니다.
NOHGA HOTEL AKIHABARA TOKYO is conveniently located in the midst of the electric town Akihabara, also known as the capital of manga and anime. In addition, this neighborhood has an abundance of tech shops, maid cafes and a variety of restaurants. With just a 6-minute walk away from Akihabara station, it provides easy access to explore other areas nearby such as Ueno and Asakusa. This hotel embodies the rich cultures of music, art and food. Nohga’s concept of music is derived from Akihabara’s local history, starting as a district of radio and wireless component merchants in the late 1920s. The artistic and luxurious space throughout the hotel is achieved by featuring art and amenities designed in collaboration with craftsmen from around Japan. As for the food menu, it’s seasonal fresh ingredients are sourced domestically. The glasses and dinnerware served are collaborations with stores in the surrounding area. All 120 non-smoking guest rooms feature an ensuite bathroom with a rain shower, in-room safety box, mini fridge, USB plugs, free Wi-Fi, a high-quality bluetooth speaker and flatscreen TV with original music and film. The lounge area and a compact 24-hour gym can be found near the reception on the second floor. Services include laundry (from 2,750JPY) and a 24-hour front desk with a check-in time of 3PM and check-out time of 11AM. For sightseeing you can rent a Tokyobike for the day (2,000 JPY/day) to explore the vicinity.
Oakwood Premier Tokyo comes from a brand of standout luxury hotel & service apartments right at the heart of the Tokyo metropolis. It is located in the business hub of Marunouchi with JR Tokyo Station in close proximity. This will allow guests and travelers to easily access the city's extensive transport network and visit various landmarks such as Imperial Palace, Tsukiji Fish Market, Ginza and Shopping District. Boasting 123 luxurious apartments on the upper floors of a multi-serviced complex, each room offers a magnificent view of the city, not to mention all furnished and a fully-equipped kitchen set which is rarely seen in your everyday service apartment. Without doubt, these spacious tranquil retreats are curated to give you the amenities and services of a luxury hotel and a feeling of home. They are good options for both business executives and leisure travelers from one night of a short-stay to a few weeks/months of mid-to-long-term stay.
Ayam-YA is a certified halal ramen restaurant found in the Okachimachi area of Tokyo, between Asakusa and Ueno, and not far from Assalaam Mosque. A sister branch in Kyoto also exists.
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Enter the world of Moomin, the Finnish fairy-tale comic characters, in the exclusive Moomin Café in Tokyo Skytree Town. This permanent Moomin Café is specially designed for Moomin fans and offers dishes, desserts, drinks and decorations on the Moomin theme. Whether you are alone or eat in company, a plush Moomin figure will keep you company at the table. The figures of the Moomins are hippopotamus-like troll creatures and were invented by the writer Tove Jansson. They love in the idyllic Moomin Valley somewhere in Finland. The Moomin characters are very popular worldwide and their adventures have been translated into more than 30 languages. There is another highlight for real Moomin fans: The "Moominvalley Park" theme park was opened in March 2019 about 40 kilometers northwest of Tokyo in Saitama prefecture and offers further insights into the world of trolls.
Bunny Cafe Moff Rell in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward offers a chance to interact with adorable rabbits. You can make reservations for the cafe by phone, or you can visit and pay at the store before entering. The cafe provides 30- and 60-minute courses, and you can play with or feed the bunnies. If you are unsure about how to treat the rabbits, don't worry! The staff members will kindly explain everything to you. Minimum age is 10 years old.
The Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center (浅草文化観光センター, Asakusa bunka kankō sentā) is an eight story building designed by Kengo Kuma. The top floor contains a free observation deck and a cafe with views onto Sensoji temple and the Nakamise shopping street.
Tokyo Solamachi is a shopping, dining and entertainment complex at the foot of the famous Tokyo Skytree. It has more than 300 shops and restaurants and is well worth a visit even without the tallest tower in Japan. There are original Japanese souvenir shops, an official Tokyo Skytree shop, a large food market and food area, as well as many other restaurants and shops that invite you to extensive shopping. Tokyo Solamachi is also home to the Sumida Aquarium, a planetarium and many small green areas and terraces. The Postal Museum opened in March 2014 on the ninth floor. It has an extensive collection of postage stamps from around the world, as well as interactive exhibits and exhibits that show the history of postal services in Japan.
With a height of 634 meters, the Tokyo Skytree is Japan's tallest structure and a symbol of Tokyo. It is located in the northeastern part of Tokyo. The height of the tower is an allusion to both its current location and the history of the area: 634 is also a reading of the Japanese characters for "Musashi," the old name of the province in which the tower stands today. The Tokyo Skytree has two viewing platforms that offer spectacular views over Tokyo. The two closed decks are at heights of 350 and 450 meters respectively, making them the highest observation decks in Japan. The Tembo deck, the lower of the two decks, is 350 meters high and extends over three levels with great views from all floors. The higher Tembo Gallery (450 meters) consists of a sloping spiral-shaped ramp that increases in height as you go around the tower. You'll find many attractions inside the tower's observation decks, such as restaurants with skyline views and photo spots manned by staff. Attached to Skytree is an expansive shopping and sightseeing area called Solamachi. Filled with specialty shops ranging from salts to chopsticks, toys to t-shirts.
