When looking for Studio Ghibli and Hello Kitty merch, Asakusa is the place to go! This area is a popular destination for many foreign tourists coming to Japan. While there are many sightseeing spots ...

"Experience a peaceful walking tour through Tokyo as you explore the timeless streets of Asakusa and the iconic Sensoji ...

Decorations to celebrate the new year are seen on the shops of the Nakamise commercial street in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan, Dec. 19, 2023. The yearend event, also named Hagoita Fair, is held at Asakusa, ...

A little slice of traditional Japan within Tokyo, if you want to get lost in some history and explore the old shopping streets or famous temples and shrines in the city, then a day in Asakusa is ...

Asakusa has been a popular spot to visit since the Edo period (1603–1868). In modern times, it sees more than 30 million visitors a year from all over Japan and the world, and before the COVID-19 ...

Asakusa is one of the main sightseeing areas of Tokyo. The heart of the district, Sensoji Temple, is surrounded by souvenir shops and eateries, and there are several shopping centers in the area as ...

Editor’s note: The theme of Inclusive Tokyo is to explore the metropolis from the viewpoint of wheelchair users and people with disabilities. Tourism officials, with their sights set on the 2020 ...

As most travelers know, Tokyo is huge. The city is urban sprawl at its most overwhelming, making finding the best places to eat, shop, see, let alone sleep, a downright chore. The city is broken up ...

Editor’s note: The theme of Inclusive Tokyo is to explore the metropolis from the viewpoint of wheelchair users and people with disabilities. Tourism officials, with their sights set on the 2020 ...