Which is better sensoji temple or meiji shrine?

Meiji shrine was much nicer, it felt more expansive and historical. Walking through the forested paths and seeing the hi no maru really makes you feel like in you're in the centre of Japan. Sensouji is so crowded and stuffy. While it may be visually more impressive it feels too curated and small.



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