Asakusa (Page 3)
Its founder started out with a street-side food stall in Japan’s samurai era, and his restaurant is still serving customers in Tokyo today.
Japan’s cute character queen teams up with the coolest way to see downtown Tokyo’s most traditional neighborhood.
There are benefits to wearing a kimono while sightseeing in Tokyo, even if you’re travelling alone.
Sanrio’s new shop scheduled to open in Asakusa this coming April should be a Hello Kitty fan’s idea of heaven.
This Asakusa restaurant has two of Japan’s greatest foods, paired in a way nobody ever did before, and the result is amazing.
Visit this tucked-away cafe in a popular sightseeing area to experience the atmosphere of a place where time has stood still.
Some would be glad to see the Asakusa landmark go, but others dread the idea of a unique aspect of local architecture being wiped away.
Businesses in one of Japan’s oldest shopping strips are wondering if they can survive after the surprising new increase.
Spending time with a world-famous printmaking craftsman while creating your own handmade souvenir is one of the best experiences you can have in Tokyo.
Escape from an Urban Legend looks to perfect the intriguing combination of scare houses and escape games.
Mr. Sato experiences a classic of Japanese hairstyling from the Showa Era to get in touch with… Eh, okay. He lost a bet.
The magical rides include mysterious “invisible” ghosts chasing the carriage, which can be seen by passers-by.
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