Asakusa Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
Sensoji Temple
Learn about the history of Sensoji Temple, one of the top monuments in Tokyo. Visit the temples and shops in this vibrant area.
Kaminarimon Gate
Learn about the local history of Tokyo when you spend time at Kaminarimon Gate. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
Asakusa Shrine
You can find out about the history of Tokyo with a stop at Asakusa Shrine. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
Hoppy Street
During your visit to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at Hoppy Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Nakamise Street
During your trip to Tokyo, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nakamise Street. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this culturally rich area.
Asakusa ROX
During your visit to Tokyo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Asakusa ROX. Discover the lively festivals and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Asakusa
Richmond Hotel Asakusa
The staff were really friendly. Great location: depending on your floor you can see the tower and sensoji. Only thing is the windows aren’t sealed the best so you can hear a high whistle due to the wind, but overall would highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
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Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Asakusa Tobu Hotel
Asakusa Tobu Hotel is nicely located across the street from a train station entrance, and just outside the Senso-ji. There are tons of little side streets with shops with all types of foods, snacks and goods. Its also very close to Kappabashi (kitchen street), Sumida River where you can hop on a ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Onyado Nono Asakusa Bettei
Clean rooms, pleasant helpful staff. Laundry facilities good.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
HOTEL TAVINOS Asakusa
Was very clean and had a great view of the Tokyo sky tree. Was an amazing location in asakusa
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Asakusa View Hotel Annex Rokku
Good location near to 3 different subway stations. Providing cozy indoor wears. Cleaning up the room everyday. Kind and polite staffs. Good amenity including bath salt, was my favorite!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asakusa
Taito
Travellers love Taito for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sensoji Temple and Hanayashiki Amusement Park.
Ueno
Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Chiyoda
Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.
Marunouchi
Travellers choose Marunouchi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station and check out top sights like Imperial Garden Theatre.
Chuo
Known for its popular shops and top seafood restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Chuo. Check out top attractions like Tokyo Bay and Tsukiji Outer Market, and jump on the metro at Tsukiji Station or Shintomicho Station to see more of the city.
