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Senso-ji Temple

Japanese name: 浅草寺

Senso-ji is Tokyo's oldest temple, founded in 645. The approach is lined with traditional shops, and the giant red lantern at Kaminarimon Gate is a famous photo spot.

Opening hours
6:00–17:00 (from 6:30 between October and March)
Getting there
5 min walk from Asakusa Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Toei Asakusa Line)
Map
Open in Google Maps ↗
Official site
www.senso-ji.jp ↗

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