Sensō-ji
浅草寺
Enter through Kaminarimon and follow Nakamise shopping street to the temple grounds.
- Time to allow
- 60–90 min
- Main temple visit
- Free
- Station
- Asakusa · check your operator
- Start at
- Kaminarimon Gate (雷門)
Getting there
Take Tokyo Metro’s Ginza Line or Toei’s Asakusa Line to Asakusa. The stations’ exits are in different locations. Put Kaminarimon (雷門) in your map and follow signs to the temple’s front approach, not simply the closest Asakusa station label.
Admission
The normal temple visit is free. Tokyo’s official visitor guide lists the main hall as open until 17:00, opening at 06:00 from April to September and 06:30 from October to March. Nakamise shops set their own opening times.
What to see
Start at Kaminarimon, walk along Nakamise and take time to see the main hall and nearby gates.
Plan your visit
- Walk from Kaminarimon through Nakamise to the main hall. Early morning works for a quieter temple visit; go later if shopping is a priority.
- Keep clear of the main path during worship. On the way out, continue to the Sumida River for a quieter walk or return to the same operator’s station entrance.
Ratings and designations
- Important Cultural Property Nitenmon Gate