Photo Shoot Tour in Asakusa, Tokyo: Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street and More
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Why not take a camera and explore Asakusa, one of Tokyo's biggest tourist destinations? Even though it's in the big city of Tokyo, Asakusa has a sense of history and is full of unique photo spots. In this article, we will introduce a sightseeing plan recommended by a professional photographer, along...
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Table of Contents
- 1. Kaminarimon
- 2. Nakamise Shopping Street
- 3. Five-story pagoda
- 4. Sensoji Temple - Main Hall
- 5. Asakusa Kagetsudo
- 6. Asakusa Hanayashiki
- 7. Azumabashi Bridge
- 8. Hoppy Street
- Leave your photography needs in Asakusa to Capture My Japan
1. Kaminarimon
Your journey begins at Asakusa's symbol, Kaminarimon. This is the main gate of Sensoji Temple, with statues of the wind god and thunder god on either side and a large 3.9-meter-tall red lantern hanging in the center. Although it is written as "Kaminarimon," its official name is Fuuraijinmon Gate, and it is beloved by many tourists as a symbol of Asakusa.
2. Nakamise Shopping Street
Beyond Kaminarimon Gate is Nakamise Shopping Street. There are about 90 stores lined up along the 250 meters from Kaminarimon to Hozomon Gate. The atmospheric signs and beautiful storefront decorations are the epitome of an old-fashioned downtown scene. It's a great place to buy souvenirs, as it sells a wide variety of Japanese sweets and crafts, including ningyo-yaki, kaminari-okoshi, and nure-okaki.
3. Five-story pagoda
One of the most famous five-story pagodas in Japan is the one in the grounds of Sensoji Temple. A five-story pagoda is a type of Buddhist architecture that is often built in Buddhist temples, and the Asakusa pagoda was popular as one of the "Four Edo Pagodas" during the Edo period. It is lit up after sunset, so you can see a slightly different look from the daytime.
4. Sensoji Temple - Main Hall
Just past the Hozomon Gate is the main hall of Sensoji Temple. With a history of nearly 1,400 years, it is the oldest temple in Tokyo. The main hall's blessing is "fulfillment of wishes." It is said to grant wishes and has a wide range of blessings, so it is crowded with many worshippers all year round.
5. Asakusa Kagetsudo
If you walk west through the main hall of Sensoji Temple, you will see the Japanese confectionery shop "Asakusa Kagetsudo Main Store", which was founded in 1945. This store is famous for its melon bread, and on the side of the store is a "windmill wall". The color of the windmill changes depending on the season, so you can enjoy taking photos in front of the colorful windmills while munching on delicious melon bread.
6. Asakusa Hanayashiki
Also on the west side of Sensoji Temple is an amusement park called "Asakusa Hanayashiki." It opened in 1853 and is said to be the oldest amusement park in Japan. This oldest amusement park in Japan has a lot of scenery that evokes retro Japan. The space is perfect for wearing a kimono, and just walking around makes you feel like you've traveled back in time to old Asakusa.
7. Azumabashi Bridge
A little way from Sensoji Temple, we arrived at Azumabashi Bridge. This bridge has a long history, having been designated a Tokyo Metropolitan Historical Building in 2019.
You can get a great view of the Skytree from Azumabashi Bridge, which connects the Sensoji area with Sumida Ward. This area is less crowded with tourists, making it the perfect place to take a break!
8. Hoppy Street
As the sun sets, head to Hoppy Street.
Hoppy Street is a 100-meter stretch of bars on the west side of Sensoji Temple. Lined with many izakayas with a nostalgic downtown atmosphere, it is always bustling with regulars and tourists. Enjoy the local Asakusa atmosphere lined with red lanterns.
By the way, "Hoppy", which is also the name of the street, is a soft drink known as the pioneer of "drinks mixed with shochu", a unique Japanese alcohol culture. If you have the chance, why not give it a try?
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What do you think of the recommended photo routes in Asakusa that we have introduced so far? We hope that it will be helpful for your trip!
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"Capture My Japan " is a photography service for tourists visiting Japan from overseas by Lovegraph Co., Ltd, which operates one of Japan's largest on- location photography session businesses. Would you like to capture yourself along with the beautiful scenery of Japan with a professional photographer? You can experience shooting at your favorite travel destinations such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Capture My Japan's photographers have bases all over the country and can handle shooting in a wide range of areas. We have photographers who have passed a strict screening process, so you can leave your shooting to us with confidence! Japanese photographers who have a good understanding of each region will take care of your needs. Why not leave your memories of your trip to Japan together in a wonderful way?
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