Sensō-ji, also known as the Asakusa Kannon Temple, is the oldest temple in Tokyo. It was supposed to have been founded in 628 AD, although the current temple was only built in 1958. It is dedicated to Bodhisattva Kannon, otherwise known as Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. It's one of Tokyo's most important tourist spots.
Leading up to the temple is Nakamise-dōri, an alleyway packed with shops selling traditional Japanese items such as dolls, toys, combs, sembei (rice crackers), umbrellas, paper wallets, fans, and other omiyage (souvenirs).
oh lah. i was der oso XD
ReplyDeletea trip to Japan is incomplete without going to this place :P
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