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Buddhist temple
About this place
645!? That's when this Tokyo temple was founded, and entry is free 😳
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Tokyo's oldest temple, and you can walk in for free!? Senso-ji was founded in 645, and it's a Buddhist temple at Asakusa 2-chōme 1 in Taito Ward, Tokyo. Have you ever stood somewhere that has been around since the 600s? 🤔
The temple was built to enshrine Kannon, the goddess of mercy, so it's a place for putting your hands together and praying. Its denomination is Shōkannon-shū, and keeping both names in mind as you walk the temple grounds (the grounds of a temple or shrine) can make your visit feel more meaningful 😌
The hours are worth knowing, since it's open daily 06:00–17:00 and admission is free. If you're going early morning or evening, check the hours first ⏰
Tokyo's oldest temple
Founded in 645, Senso-ji is the oldest temple in Tokyo 😲 Does keeping that number in mind make each scene look a little deeper as you walk the temple grounds? It's at Asakusa 2-chōme 1 in Taito Ward, so jot that address down before you head out.
A temple for Kannon
Its denomination is Shōkannon-shū, and the temple was built to enshrine Kannon, the goddess of mercy 🌟 Keep both names in mind as you walk, and your visit may feel even more meaningful, don't you think?
Before you go
Opening hours are daily 06:00–17:00, and admission is free. There's also a wheelchair-accessible entrance, so check where it is before you set out 🚶 Plan to get there before 17:00, its closing time.
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Opening hours
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 06:00–17:00