Asakusa Temple or Senso-ji temple is located in the district of Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. It is the oldest an ancient Buddhist temple, one of its most significant, and most famous temple in Tokyo. The temple is formerly associated with the Tendai sect of Buddhism and became independent after World War II. Asakusa Temple built in the year 628-645 within the temple is the Goddess enshrined. Its also the sacred Goddess Kuan Yin who wishes to bless anything in all respects. In the front of the temple have giant red lantern in the area.
Temple open 6:00 to 17:00 (from 6:30 from October to March).
How to get there:
- From the Ginza Line Asakusa Station, take Exit 1 and walk straight, keeping Tokyo Skytree behind you. After one minute, you will see the Kaminarimon Gate to your right; this marks the entrance to Nakamise shopping street. Follow the line of shops until you reach Sensoji Temple.
