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Buddhist templeSenso-ji Temple, Asakusa
This Buddhist temple in Asakusa enshrines Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion. Check the route through Kaminarimon, Nakamise, Hozomon and the main hall, along with the hall’s opening hours.
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Shinto shrineAsakusa Shrine
This Shinto shrine beside Senso-ji is the focal point of the Sanja Matsuri festival. Distinguish office service hours from visiting the grounds, and check the counter arrangements for ema prayer plaques and goshuin stamps.
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ParkSumida Park · Taito Riverside
A riverside park along the Sumida River’s west bank in Asakusa, Hanakawado and Imado. Enjoy views of Tokyo Skytree across the river alongside spring-flower walks.
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Buddhist templeMatsuchiyama Shoden · Honryuin Temple
A branch temple of Senso-ji on a hill to its northeast, recognizable by daikon-radish and drawstring-purse motifs. Main-hall hours and radish sales differ, so check the times for your purpose.
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Shinto shrineImado Shrine
A shrine known for enmusubi, prayers for good relationships, and maneki-neko beckoning cats. Office services for ema plaques and goshuin stamps run 09:00–16:00; there is no parking or toilet.
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ParkUeno Park (Ueno Onshi Park)
A metropolitan park bringing together cherry-tree avenues, Shinobazu Pond, museums and galleries. The park is open 05:00–23:00; its cultural institutions each have their own closures and admission fees.
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