Events

The Asakusa Event Calendar 2025

The “Events” section of the Tokyo Shitamachi Guide introduces limited-time events in Tokyo’s traditional downtown. Each ...
Events

The Asakusa Event Calendar 2024

The "Events" section of the Tokyo Shitamachi Guide introduces limited-time events in Tokyo’s traditional downtown. Each ...
Buddhist Temples

Chokokuji Temple

The Tokyo Shitamachi Guide's "Shrines" category, introduces noteworthy religious sites in Tokyo's Shitamachi area (east ...
Shitamachi Tours

Walking from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Skytree: Experience the Charm of Shitamachi via the Sumida River Walk

Explore Tokyo’s Shitamachi area with a self-guided walking tour from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Skytree via Sumida River Walk. Discover scenic spots and photo opportunities along the way.
Buddhist Temples

Jokanji Temple: Resting Place of Yoshiwara’s Forgotten Women

The “Buddhist Temples” section of the Tokyo Shitamachi Guide introduces various shrines in Tokyo’s Shitamachi area, loca...
Highlights

14 Best Photo Spots for Tokyo Skytree in the Asakusa Area

The "Highlights" section of the Tokyo Shitamachi Guide shows interesting places in Tokyo's Shitamachi area, which is alo...
Shinto Shrines

Ono Terusaki Shrine

Ono Terusaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Shitaya, Taito Ward, Tokyo. It's known for its connection to Atsumi Kiyoshi, t...
Shinto Shrines

Shitaya Shrine

This article is about Shitaya Shrine, a Shinto shrine in Tokyo's Ueno district. It's the oldest Inari shrine in the city...
Buddhist Temples

Sensoji Temple

Our “Temples” category introduces Buddhist temples in Tokyo’s Shitamachi area, located along and east of the Sumida Rive...
Shinto Shrines

Asakusa Shrine

The “Shrines” category of the Tokyo Shitamachi Guide highlights the rich cultural and historical heritage of Shinto shri...