A Kappo restaurant in Oku-Asakusa. The owner-chef of Kyoto’s Two MICHELIN StarKikunoi Roanshowcases his culinary skills here. The Kaminari Okoshi snacks with fried batter are unique to Asakusa. The casual banter creates a relaxed atmosphere, and the chef will make you a cup of hot tea to...
This Buddhist temple in Asakusa is Tokyo’s oldest, and is popular with locals as well as visitors from overseas. The surrounding area has a cheerful leisurely feel to it, and is crammed with shops selling traditional Japanese snacks and souvenirs. ...
Today, Tokyo offers a seemingly unlimited choice ofshopping, entertainment, culture anddiningto its visitors. The city's history can be appreciated in districts such asAsakusaand in many excellentmuseums, historic temples andgardens. Contrary to common perception, Tokyo also offers a number of attrac...
We were inAsakusaand we were looking for a way to get home. We followed signs to the Asakusa station but when we went underground, we realized the station was run by a company called “Tsukuba”. This is when we realized we went the wrong direction completely. In frustration, we double...
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Tokyo Asakusa, Tokyo, famous for the Sensō-ji, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. Crowded market streets abound. My friendAmit, in the middle, standing out from the crowd. Matcha green tea powder, one of the more rewarding DIY tea offerings. Ground up earthy tea, then...
For more Tokyo stationery shops, see our guidehere. Area(s) Asakusa Shibuya Shinjuku Places Mentioned Written by:Kuv Filed under:Shopping Tags: Art Artists Arts and crafts Craft Design Stationery Questions or comments about this article?
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It's impossible to see everything, but here is what to do in Tokyo for a day! This full 1-day guide will help you explore the city's highlights to the max, going from Tsukiji Market and Asakusa all the way to Shibuya and Kabukicho in Shinjuku. In this article, you'll also find ...
Tokyois not all bright lights and tall towers. For a taste of the city’s more traditional side, head for theAsakusaneighborhood. Here, you’ll find the city’s oldest temple,Senso-ji, and historic streets that are filled with places to shop for Japanese street snacks and souvenirs; Nakam...