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Asakusa is an urban neighbourhood that's popular for its restaurants. The neighbourhood's architecture, friendly people, and festivals are just some of its charming qualities. Many visitors come to bask in its beautiful outdoor settings, namely the parks and flowers. Asakusa's hotels make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Imado area.

Sightseeing around Asakusa

The area's storied past is told through its monuments and temples, while the museums provide some cultural flavour. Ichiyo Memorial Museum, Leather Industry Museum, and Edo Shitamachi Traditional Crafts Museum feature a variety of exhibits. At Amuse Museum, Mokubatei, and Asakusa Engei Hall, you'll learn about local culture. Monuments like Yoshiwara Shrine, Tobifudoson Temple, and Imado Shrine are well regarded. Fudoin Temple, Honryuin Temple, and Entsuji Temple are well-known local landmarks. Bring the family to Hanayashiki Amusement Park, Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens, and Sumida Aquarium.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Sumida Park, Higashishirahige Park, or Ueno Park. Surround yourself with nature at Horikiri Shobu Garden, Sarueonshi Park, and Kameido Central Park. For retail therapy, consider Joyful Minowa Shopping Street, Nakamise Street, and Nakamise Arcade, and seek out the perfect souvenir. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Kappabashi Street, Asakusa ROX, and Asakusa EKIMISE.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree, and Tokyo Tower. Asakusa Shrine, Chomeiji Temple, and Kototoi Bridge are also favourite places to visit.

Getting around Asakusa

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Minowa Station, Minami-Senju Station, or Minowabashi Station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Tokyo Minami-Senju Station.

At 19.6 km (12.2 miles), Tokyo (HND-Haneda) is the closest major airport to Asakusa. You can also fly in and out of Tokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.), which is located 53.4 km (33.2 miles) away.