Asakusa was originally a temple town for the neighboring Senso-ji Temple, but is now a thriving downtown shopping district in Taito-ku that sits along the west side of the Sumida-gawa River. The town boasts a traditional and old-fashioned vibe with the iconic Kaminari-mon Gate and prominent giant red lantern drawing in a steady flow of worshippers and travelers throughout the year. Along its main street, Nakamise-dori, are several quaint shops that feature a variety of objects made from Japanese-style paper, including folding fans. This district is also known to host several traditional events annually; most popular is the fireworks demonstration along the river during the summer.

East Building, 3F, 1-20-4 Asakusa, Taitoku, Tokyo, Japan, Phone: 81-03-38-47-44-43

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