Senso-ji
Tokyo
Senso-ji is a Buddhist temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, established in 645. Creators show the Kaminarimon Gate with its large red paper lantern, the Nakamise shopping street, the five-story pagoda, the main hall, and the incense burner in the main plaza. Some also show visitors wearing rented kimono while walking the grounds.
- Type
- Buddhist temple
- Location
- Tokyo
- Within
- Asakusa
- Established
- 645
- Coordinates
- 35.71477, 139.79666
- In videos
- 5 on Travelnetic
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What creators show here
Crowds gather under the giant red paper lantern at Kaminarimon Gate before walking along Nakamise Shopping Street toward the main hall and five-story pagoda. Incense smoke rises from a large bronze burner in the main plaza as visitors explore Tokyo's oldest temple.
The presenters get fitted into traditional Japanese kimonos with elaborate obis and hair accessories before strolling through the grounds of Sensō-ji Temple. Rentals start at $22 per person, providing an authentic cultural photo experience in historic Asakusa.
Tourists walk through the giant Kaminarimon Gate with its massive red paper lantern to reach Nakamise-dori shopping street leading up to Senso-ji Temple. At night, the five-story pagoda and main hall are dramatically illuminated against the dark sky.
Asakusa's Senso-ji Temple is shown bustling with visitors walking through Nakamise-dori shopping street toward the outer Kaminarimon Gate with its massive red paper lantern. The creator explores the main hall, incense burner, and surrounding traditional shops.
Sensō-ji, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple in Asakusa, is featured at night when illuminated red pagodas stand against the dark sky without daytime crowds. The quiet atmosphere offers a tranquil experience compared to the busy daytime shopping streets.
Tours and experiences at Senso-ji
- Tokyo: Old Town Asakusa Guided Tour -Senso-ji Temple Visitfrom $42.65 per person · 5.0★ (16 reviews)
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 min
- Starts
- Meet at the start point - Take the Asakusa line to Asakusa station. Walk out at Exit 4! We meet at the Burger king, right outside of the station :)
- Languages
- English (guide)
- Includes
- Temple explanation
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajukufrom $103.40 per person · 5.0★ (13 reviews)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Starts
- Meet at the start point - In front of the Guest Relations Desk on the third floor.
- Languages
- English (guide)
- Includes
- Local guide; Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Asakusa and Sensoji Guided Tour in Tokyo 90minfrom $21.33 per person · 5.0★ (11 reviews)
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 min
- Starts
- Meet at the start point - [ Meetup ] In front of "Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center" 10 minutes before departure time.
- Languages
- English (guide), Japanese (guide)
- Includes
- English speaking local guide
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Tokyo Fish Market Tsukiji Private Food Tour with 3 Tastingsfrom $105.01 per person · 5.0★ (20 reviews)
- Tokyo Private Tour With Guidefrom $599 per person · 5.0★ (18 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Senso-ji?
Senso-ji is in Tokyo. It is a Buddhist temple. Its coordinates are about 35.71477, 139.79666.
Is Senso-ji worth visiting?
Creators describe the night visit as tranquil, with a quieter atmosphere than the busy daytime shopping streets.
When is the best time to visit Senso-ji?
Creators show the temple at night, when the pagodas and main hall are illuminated and daytime crowds are absent.
How long do tours of Senso-ji take?
The 3 tours with details shown on this page run from 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours, according to Viator. Check each listing for the exact schedule.
How much do tours of Senso-ji cost?
Experiences that include Senso-ji on Viator start from about $21.33 per person. Prices change and depend on the date, group size and what is included, so check the listing before you book.
Is a guided tour of Senso-ji worth it?
Viator lists 5 experiences that include Senso-ji. The top-rated shown here, "Tokyo Fish Market Tsukiji Private Food Tour with 3 Tastings", has 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews. Reviews and ratings are shown by Viator and change over time.
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