What is the best time to go Asakusa?

Early mornings, long before noon, are some of the best times to visit Asakusa's Sensoji Temple. Since most tourists or young people living in Tokyo tend to balk at the idea of waking up especially early to go on a trip, if you go early in the morning, you can skip most of the crowds.



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With plenty of things to do, Asakusa is a must-visit neighborhood in Tokyo. You could easily spend a whole day exploring Asakusa and its surrounding areas! Here are 8 things to do in Asakusa, with a few additional things to do in its surrounding area.

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Early Mornings Early mornings, long before noon, are some of the best times to visit Asakusa's Sensoji Temple.

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Asakusa has a long and rich history dating back over a thousand years. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Asakusa became a popular entertainment district, known for its theaters, teahouses, and restaurants. It was also a center of education, with many scholars and artists living and working in the area.

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Safety at night:Very safe Asakusa is remarkably safe at night for solo female travelers. The neighborhood is illuminated at night with plenty of activity and presence of local people which fosters a reassuring environment.

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Traditional mochi and dango, fried menchi (minced meat) croquets, and fluffy melon-pan are just the start of the amazing street food available in Asakusa! But if you'd like a chance to sit and relax, Asakusa is also home to many traditional cafes and tea houses.

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Unlike other temples and shrines, Sensoji Temple can also be visited at night and it is a really amazing! When you talk about Tokyo, one of the things that come to mind is the nightlife. Sensoji is stunningly beautiful in the evening from around 8 pm. Most of the shops in Nakamise-dori will be already closed.

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There is no strict dress code in Japanese temples and shrines but it's recommended to stick to smart casual or comfy but conservative clothing.

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The areas with the largest number of crime incidents, namely Shinjuku, Setagaya, and Edogawa, are also areas with a comparatively high population. Likewise, few people live in the low-crime areas of Bunkyo, Meguro, and Arakawa.

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That's not to say you shouldn't visit; Sensoji is a fantastic attraction. But if you've had enough of crowds and souvenir shopping for one day, you could always visit Sensoji at night. Even though the temple grounds are open 24 hours, Sensoji technically closes at 5:00 pm.

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The Main Hall of Sensoji Temple is open between 6.00 and 17.00, but opens at 6.30 between October and March. The main buildings of Sensoji are illuminated every evening. The temple grounds are much quieter at this time, so this is a great time to take some pictures.

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From Tokyo station to Asakusa
  1. Take either Yamanote line or Keihin Tohoku line to Kanda. ...
  2. After arrival at Kanda, exit from the north ticket gate. ...
  3. After exit from the north ticket gate, you will see the stairs to Tokyo Metro Ginza line Kanda station. ...
  4. Take Tokyo Metro Ginza line train to Asakusa.


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Sensoji (???) is one of the most significant Buddhist temples in Tokyo. The Kaminari-mon (lightning gate), long promenade (Nakamise Dori) and the temple itself are some of the biggest tourist attractions in the city. There is no admission fee, but you can make a donation if you wish at the temple.

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Asakusa District and Sensoji Temple are so deeply interconnected that their names are written by same Chinese characters. “Senso” is the Chinese pronunciation and “Asakusa” is the Japanese pronunciation. Both names mean “shallow grass”.

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