The Senso-ji Temple is located in Asakusa, a Buddhist temple known as the oldest temple in Japan, having been constructed in 645. Built for the goddess of mercy, Kannon is a prominent fixture with an outer gate Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), where visitors enter and which serves as the symbol for the city of Tokyo. From Kaminarimon to the temple’s second gate, Hozomon, visitors will walk the more than 200 meters of space known as Nakamise to peruse the various souvenir stands, featuring folding fans, yukata, and traditional local snacks. Outside the Hozomon gate is the main hall of the temple, where a five-storied pagoda resides.

2-3-1 Asakusa Taito Ward, 111-0032, Tokyo, Japan, Phone: 81-03-38-42-01-81

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