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Sensō-ji ([sẽ̞ꜜɰ̃so̞ːʑi] ⓘ, 浅草寺, officially Kinryū-zan Sensō-ji (金龍山浅草寺), also known as Asakusa Kannon (浅草観音)), is an ancient Buddhist temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. It is Tokyo's oldest-established temple, and one of its most significant. It is dedicated to Kannon, the bodhisattva of ...
Learn about the history and legend of Sensoji, a Buddhist temple in Asakusa, and its iconic Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise Shopping Street. Find out how to get there, when to visit, and what events to enjoy in the temple area.
Learn about the history, faith and culture of Senso-ji, the temple of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva (Sho Kanzeon Bosatsu), who embodies the mercy of all Buddhas. See the main hall, the five-storied pagoda, the gates and the shopping street of Asakusa.
Sensoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, dedicated to the goddess of mercy Kannon. Learn about its history, architecture, and attractions, such as the Kaminarimon gate, the five-storied pagoda, and the Nakamise-dori street.
May 1, 2019 · Learn about the oldest temple in Tokyo, its origins, architecture and attractions. Find out how to visit Sensōji, when to go, what to see and where to shop in Asakusa.
Jun 3, 2019 · Learn about the history, attractions, and events of Tokyo’s oldest and most important Buddhist temple. Discover the legend of Kannon, the goddess of compassion, and the hidden gem of Denbo-in garden.
Senso-ji is a colorful and busy temple in Asakusa, dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. It is famous for its Kaminarimon gate, its souvenir shops, its pagoda and its rickshaw rides.
