Awesome place to go see. A must go destination in Tokyo. It does get very busy so I recommend taking the train but there is parking available nearby too. So many cool thing to see here and do. A great day trip location. So many shops and restaurants and neat things to take pictures of.

Absolutely one of my favorite spots in Tokyo. Yes, very touristy but if you want iconic photos I'd argue this is THE spot for them. Lots of food and trinket vendors in the area and if you time it well, you may catch a local celebration which brings even more energy and food vendors to the area! As a bonus, you can purchase a range of blessings inside the temple. There are a range of Wonderful and historical items to view in this general area as well.

We went there at 8am as it is a stone away from our accommodation. It was raining that morning so maybe that is the reason why only a few tourists are there, and we pass by the stores that mostly close at that time. Lovely to see the intricate connection details, the big lantern, pagoda, and the main temple. After a short tour, we decided to buy some snacks that are filled with red beans and it was delicious. When we are heading outside the temple at 9am, we were greeted by the big influx of tourist.

The place was crowded but it was well worth it. Many stone carvings and statues around the grounds. There were lots of stands selling things or all types statues, mask, food and other souvenir worthy things. The temple itself was beautiful. A whole lotta red. You can pray or give thanks and they sell charms inside too.

The temple buildings and grounds are beautiful. The architecture is stunning, grounds immaculate, and vibe amazing for Tokyo. Coming from the main gate, you go through many vendors selling food, drinks, and souvenirs before you get to the temple itself. It's an extremely touristy in that area, and after early morning, it gets extremely busy and crowded. After you pass the crowds in the street market, it gets quieter so you can enjoy the temple itself more. So whether you go for the street vendor atmosphere or the temple itself, it's definitely worth a visit.

Visited before during the day in the past, felt like I was drifting in a sea of people, ha ha. This time I visited at night on a weekday and it was awesome; fewer people and the structures were far more vivid at night under both spotlight and moonlight. Surrounded by markets and restaurants, cool place for a late night stroll. Pagoda was my favourite structure overall, seemed like fewer people were interested in it for some reason.

Beautiful and must not be missed on your Tokyo trip. Best if you go early in the morning to avoid congestion at the temple. Arrive by 8am to enjoy and watch the shops open and begin to fill. Plan to spend a few hours here enjoying the architecture, traditions, food and other vendors. You will not be disappointed.

Sensoji is a very famous temple in Tokyo. Everyone knows this place. I often go to this place to shop at the shops around the temple or to take pictures with the beautiful scenery here. This place is always crowded with visitors especially on holidays. Many Japanese people come to pray at the shrine here. But for a foreigner like me, this place has become a favorite tourist spot in Tokyo.

This temple is a good start for new tourist to Japan. A long shopping street leading to the temple is nice for photos or souvenirs. sellers are nice, can speak English, offer Japanese stuff. The surrounding is full of restaurant and all kinds of Japanese food and desserts. Tourists are crowded in the front of the temple but getting inside will give you more air and better photos. You can also see Tokyo Tower from here.

One of the famous places must go in Tokyo, Japan. The shrine is crowded all the time; along the way to the main shrine, you will find souvenir shops where people shops for snacks and window shopping. Also, Japanese wears by travelers are also popular there. The shrine inside is less crowded and travelers are pay respect and meditation pray there for happiness and etc.

Very crowded and popular tourist attraction. I went on the weekend and I am sure it was much busier than on a weekday. I came by train and the station was very close and convenient and very crowded. Many tourists were dressed in traditional Japanese kimonos which made the experience particularly nice. The temple itself is very beautiful. There were a lot of people burning incense which I assume has some religious significance. Also there are these boxes that have fortune telling papers. You shake a container and randomly pull a stick out of it which has a number which tells you which drawer to get your fortune. The adjacent shopping area has a huge selection of shops selling traditional Japanese souvenirs and products. Also many restaurants offering primarily Japanese cuisine including Sushi restaurants. This tourist attraction is well worth a visit for the ambience alone but also for shopping and eating.

It was my first time at this beautiful temple. I was super busy, lots of people came to visit and definitely could see why. There were lots of small shops and food stalls. When you made it to the temple it was stunning. There was also lots of shine and a beautiful little garden you can walk through. I would definitely recommend coming to see this temple. Five out of five

You guys probably already know that this is an amazing great tourist attraction to visit. Even though the vendors are closed in the evening or at night, I recommend coming here at night as the shrine and temples are nicely lit and it is just different vibe compared to during the day. It is also less crowded for all the introverts who just want to enjoy a stroll. If you come at night when the shops are closed, you can see the mural paintings depicting the festivities that occur in the shrine throughout time. It is pretty cool.

This beautiful temple is not just a cultural marvel but also a hub for local businesses. Street like Food stalls to charming souvenir shops, it's a delightful marketplace. Consider renting a kimono for an immersive experience. We explored day and night; the crowd was manageable, and lines were short. The temple grounds are free, with stunning landscaping. While there's a fee for full temple access, the partial view is beautiful. A must-visit iconic spot for tourists in Tokyo, blending tradition with commerce.

An iconic location for Tokyo. A must visit for tourists. Tons of small shops around that sell food and goodies. You have to expect crowds. We went in the late evening, so we couldn’t get inside. Everything is beautiful and well maintained. You can pay 100 yens for trying a fortune. If you get a bad fortune, just fold it and tie it to the string. On a nice day you can see the Tokyo sky tree from there too.

It’s one of the main tourist attractions in Tokyo. Beautifully constructed temple in Tokyo. Lots of shops are available on both sides of the lane in the temple. It’s also called as Asakusa temple. Night view is really awesome. During Sakura season it’s a delight to see the beauty. It’s of the picturesque spots in Tokyo. Every photographer in Tokyo will atleast have 50-100 pics of Sensoji temple. It’s the first temple I visited in Tokyo. So I personally like this place. A must visit temple to any foreigner in Tokyo who believes in god.

It’s even more amazing at night. A definite must see for any traveler/tourist when visiting Tokyo. So many cool shops around the temple as well. Great place for photo opportunities and enjoying the whole Japanese experience.

Beautiful Buddhist temple, centrally located and easily accessible by public transport. Get there early in the day for a less crowded experience, however before 10/10.30AM you’ll likely find most of the shops still closed. You’ll find public restrooms and some food stalls. Food isn’t great but not bad either.

We came here ourselves and not with a tour group. This temple and the whole complex is bigger than we realised, and it was definitely worth coming to see and so remarkable. There were just far too many people at the main gate and along the main street leading to the main great. With the benefit of hindsight, we should have come here early in the day, and not mid afternoon. Absolutely stunning and definitely worth seeing, but be prepared for all the people.

During my visit to Tokyo, Japan in 2019. I had a wonderful time visiting and exploring the various cultural opportunities the country provided. Ranging from historical landmarks, to temples, to delicious food stalls and souvenir shops that offer a variety of goodies to take back home.

This place was bigger than I expected. We visited here on a National Holiday. It was crowded but we managed to move around easily. You can visit this place in 30 minutes or longer depending on the time you have. We spent about an hour here and I felt it was plenty of time. It's worth the visit, and there is no entry fee.

I love this place. It’s so relaxing and peaceful. There’s also many stores surrounding the temple where you can enjoy buying food, souvenirs, or just walking around. It remind me of a anime and feels unreal. We went late at night and there was still a lot of people and the surrounding of this temple have so much late lights restaurants. I love the atmosphere and highly recommend coming here.

Cool place, but it's a tourist trap. You need a paid guide to tell you where you can buy things at cheaper prices. The gates and overall market is cool, but not alike any other "Chinese town" (obviously this is japanese) from anywhere. Well on that point, I wish we had "Japanese towns" everywhere.

The must visit place in Tokyo in my opinion. This whole area is worth spending a day in. A perfect mix of old, and new. You will be amazed at the age and beauty here. This is what I thought Japan would be like. It is a little crowded but everyone was so nice and helpful. Shops everywhere with awesome souvenirs at every price range. You are missing out if you don't go here. Enjoy and best wishes.

The temple is truly majestic! Its grand, solid architecture and vibrant colors stand out. Particularly famous for its colossal lanterns at the entrance, guiding visitors into the magnificent hall. Surrounding the temple are numerous shops offering food and various trinkets. An enjoyable activity is dressing up in a Kimono and strolling toward the temple for picturesque moments. You'll find several excellent rental shops near the entrance. Located just a 10-minute walk from the rail station, plan for 1-2 hours to explore the temple and its surroundings. If you're opting for the Kimono experience, allocate a generous 3-4 hours for a leisurely stroll. They also offer handwritten goshuin, making it a definite must-visit.

Very busy with lots of families. But honestly, it just gave off a lively experience. There are market shops and little food stalls along the main walkway. The temple is simply impressive. Beautiful architecture. I loved reading the signs about the history. Finding out that I had a “regular fortune” for ¥100 was honestly hilarious and nothing short of expected. Overall, it was a great experience and I definitely recommend.

Came in the morning and night, and was surprised at how different the vibes are. Hands down I liked night better as it’s more tranquil and more temple vibes compared to morning where there are so many tour groups even though we came at 9am. The temple looks nice when lit up too. Maybe it’s nicer if the sky is clear as we went on a cloudy day. See pictures for comparison. Can go there both morning and night to see the difference for yourself.

Beautiful temple providing a nice oasis amidst the bustling Tokyo city, but extremely packed with tourists. The otherwise peaceful nature of the temples and the garden are not noticeable amongst the chaotic crowds jostling for the best angle for a photo op. Leading up to and encircling the temple grounds are vendors galore - food, snacks, trinkets, souvenirs, you name it. I stopped and got some street food nearby which was pretty good and capped my visit to Asakusa by walking along the waterway to admire the cherry blossom trees. As long as you don’t mind the crazy crowds, then this is a must-see spot in Tokyo.

Went here early morning November 2023. The best time to go is really early in the day, otherwise it would be packed and difficult to go through. Lots of shops leading up to the temple but they look like tourist traps. The temple though is beautiful, even the gardens outside. A bit further out is a memorial garden dedicated to haiku poets.

Must visit shrine in Tokyo! It's really crowded during the day, but it didn't really bother us very much. I also really recommend going at night, where the shrine is lit up beautifully. There's also food stalls and shop in the streets around the shrine and the area is very beautiful. Don't miss this place when coming to Tokyo!!

Must-go place in Tokyo. Even though the place was extremely crowded, we enjoyed the Asakusa temples and neighborhood. Along the way you will find many unique vendors and fun eateries. So many people walked around with beautiful kimono. Highly recommend this place to visit while in Tokyo.

My hubby and I visited the temple during the day and at night. If you want to see the temple without the crowds (and be able to read the signs), I'd highly recommend going early in the morning (before 8am) or at night. It's an incredible temple and regardless of your religious or spiritual views, it will be worth the visit.

The temple as well as the Asakusa neighborhood are beautiful, although the latter can feel a bit touristy. It is a very popular destination in Tokyo, a must see, so even though we arrived relatively early (8 AM), the place was already pretty crowded making it hard to take good photos and enjoy the site. It probably didn't help that it was on a week-end, during cherry blossom season. By 10 AM, the place was so packed that it was hard to move around, let alone take any photos. So lesson learn, better arrive early to beat the crowd and have a more pleasant experience.

Bannaji Temple is a 4 hectare (10 acre) site that began life as the home of Yoshiyasu Ashikaga (1127-1157 A.D.), the founder of the Ashikaga clan, in the mid-12th century, the Muromachi era of Japanese history. These warrior roots are still evident today in its walled, moated, four-gated layout--a rarity for temples in Japan. A few decades later, in 1196, his son, Yoshikane (posthumous Buddhist name, Banna) seeking divine protection built a temple here dedicated to the Vairocana Buddha, which in 1234 became full-fledged temple housing priests, and the official temple of the Ashikagas. It has a huge six-century old gingko tree.

This is definitely the place for you if you want to enjoy a piece of quiet. The place itself is really inspiring. With the ancient decoration and architectural style, you will feel like you just walk into another world. You entered exhausted and troubled, and you come out refreshed and spirit-lifted. The only thing is the location is totally 'out-of-reach' for normal travelers. Otherwise: totally recommended!!

Bananji temple😃 And former Ashikaga residence. It seem history from Kamakura period. I often see koi. Elegant and tasteful ! 😉

A very huge temple with an old history about 800 years. Before the temple was built, it was used as the houses of Ashikaga, very powerful samurai.

Good! I got the stamp of 100　Japan castles. Many person got them.

Lovely quiet temple (on weekdays) with a small moat. There is a Japanese garden, playground, outside stage, small kiosks for grabbing some bites too. You have to see the 550 years old ginko tree which is especially amazing in fall season. My kids LOVE feeding the birds and koi fish there. They sell rice puffs for koi and birds at the kiosks.

A very beautiful, serene 12th century buddhist temple. This, along with Ashikaga gakko, believed to be the first school in Japan, which is a 2 minutes walk from here, makes an interesting half day trip

A very beautiful shrine. Unfortunately it’s only open until 16:00 / 4PM. But you still can visit it after the hours. You just can’t go inside. The way to the shrine is also very beautiful with the lanterns.

2022/10/1 today we came here it was very beautiful. the shrine is on top of the mountain its awesome❤️❤️❤️

I found this to be a beautiful location. With the tranquil peace of this location and view of the mountains, I can see why this has been a sacred destination for many centuries. It's a beautiful place to rest after the 330 steps to the top.

Peaceful place. Festivals were amusing as well.

I walked here from Musashi-Itsukaichi station. It's a pretty challenging 3-4h hike so bring plenty of water and snacks. Beautiful shrine.

Weather was good, feels like into the cloud.

100/100. Sorry for a long review but I will try to include everything so as to facilitate a reader. Firstly, it would be better to consider a weather forecast. Since, in case of rain, the route especially around rock garden could be slippery. Also, there is a different mountain Mt. Mitake in Hyogo region as well. So, don't confuse mountain with that one while checking the forecast. I visited on 23rd of November and the fall foliage was in full bloom. Red, yellow and all type of leaves. There is a cable car and a lift both for ascending and descending. Cable car : Takimoto station ---- > Mitakesan station Chair life : Mitakesan station ---- > Top of chair lift Cost of cable car is 600 one way (1100 yen two way) Chair life is 100 one way (190 two way) Combined ticket of cable car and chair lift is (1320 two way) Chair lift was fun and easy. It was like your feet could touch the ground. And for only 100 yen, was like a gold. And view from cable car was stunning as well. I recommend using it at least for ascending. And seat in the 1st cabin downward to see the full view of Mitake and Oku-tama. The roads are very easy if you prefer to trek instead of cable car as well. But there could be a possibiity of getting lost in the jungle especially in the dark (evening time). Also using the chair lift, won't decrease your trekking time much since you need to come downwards from top of lift station to connect to the main route to shrine. But both Cable car (for ascending) and chair lift (in particular) is definitely worth it. Also, I recommend to take a map in the visitor service or in information center before ascending. Then from top of chair lift, It is an about 40 minutes walk upwards (with lot of stairs) to Musashi Mitake Shrine. It is a very difficult trek because of many stairs. Even we felt really hard at the end. Roads are all pitched though till the top of the shrine. From Musashi shrine, There is a trek to Rock Garden and Ayashiro waterfalls. Both are near each other. And roads are very big and easy to walk even for small kids. And the jungle view is stunning with red leaves, falls, river flowing and birds chirping. It is a round trip from: Cable car --- > Chair Lift --- > Mushashi shrine --- > Ayahiro Falls --- > Rock Garden --- > Observation deck ---- > Musashi shrine --- > Chair lift ---- > Cable Car If interested, there are also trekking routes to: - Mt. Otake - Nanayo Falls - Mt. Hinode There are probably other venues as well. Finally, the last cable car and the bus is available at 18:30 pm so try to reach there as early as possible to enjoy nature peacefully while taking your time. This is one of the most hiked mountain in Japan. So, it is definitely a must from the beginners to experts.

Definitely overrated as a shrine and as a location. The view is not as spectacular as many other shrines I’ve seen in Japan. The main selling point is the accessibility from Tokyo.

Musashi Mitake Shrine, where a mythological wolf guided legendary warrior turned emperor Yamato Takeru to safety. Believe it or not, the air at 929 meters above sea level is fresh and climbing all these stairs is good for your blood pressure and calorie burn. In regular, non COVID times I saw some gift offering rituals in the back, more sacred area, but I’m not sure all of them are held today. It was also sad to see a lot of the shops and hotels struggling and either close permanently or temporarily. So if you’re a dog-person (or any pet) do yourself a favor, support small businesses, get your pet an omamori and stay healthy by visiting this amazing place.

Get off at the Mitake train station. You can take the bus and cable car to get to the shrine. Or you can hike up the mountain. The shrine is pretty nice but there are lots of steps. It is not disabled friendly so be aware . There are many walking paths and photo opportunity spots all around. It's a great way to experience something just outside of Tokyo.

Beautiful scenery and a great exercise hike 👍 The shrine was just the start of a really fun yet challenging hike and the trees during the fall were bright and colorful, so the trip seemed much more relaxing. Just a wonderful experience to have. I'd recommend it for anyone who is physically able.

Very nice and cool! It almost feels like I’m in an online game starting off from the base camp out into the battle ground after buying your supplies in the stores 😀😀😀 From Mitake station, you have to to take a bus going to the first base. You may take a ride using the cable cars to send you into the starting point of the hike but if you really want to challenge yourself right from the start, hiking yourself to the starting point would be great too. Great views and nice treck. Everything feels so sacred. It feels like you can hear the spirits of nature at play.

An amazing place for azaleas viewing, better check the blooming time which can change according to the weather, generally from april to early May, I found it leaving but the view during the season is very beautiful

The place is known for flowers in the spring and the fall. Not a huge destination by visitors, so it's quiet even on weekends. Nearby there's also a field that blossoms once a year for 2 weeks, immediately after the cherry blossoms. The photos were taken in April.

Missed the spring azaleas, but also missed the crowds 😊 Can be a quick stop or take your time through meandering paths, mini trails. Good place to take in the temple grounds beautiful nature & serenity. Definitely visit during April-May to enjoy the highlight of the landscape, azaleas littered all around like a bowl of pom poms. Parking available (go very early or late in the day). ***Update*** Went during azalea season, it is beautiful and worth a trip. Go the week before golden week, azaleas in good bloom and crowd is not bad. Parking is available ~700yen

There are some hiking courses too. Good place to spend time in peace.

It has such nice surroundings! I went on late May and there were not many flowers left but the forest was beautiful! It's a bit in the middle of nowhere so it's usually not that crowded also.

I saw the photos of the azaleas but I couldn't believe it could be real until I visited the temple myself. It was absolutely amazing and I wandered through the garden for 2 hours enjoying the view.

I visit these place every year,because I love those flowers.Not all in bloom yet,maybe on golden week.

Lovely visit on a late fall day. Looking forward to returning in April and May. We pretty much had the place to ourselves this time.

It is changing session then. But I felt that the park should have better maintenance standard - Japanese standard. I wonder it is sold to a foreign owner. The place is not well kept and expensive entrance fee. We went to the next Flower Park, which much impressive. Please go to Ashikaga Flower Park instead.

Don't think it is worth going during winter as most of the flowers have withered except for those in the green house. 600yen per entry with 300yen voucher that can be redeemed for food or souvenirs.

We went on a rainy day during the week, so there was hardly anyone there. But it was beautiful. It's a little expensive for adults (700 yen+), but children are totally free so that makes up for it.

It is a large park, with a very large area. Too bad he's too careless. Admission costs only 600 ¥, cheap! when it is not flower season, it has no appeal.

I bought these beautiful flowers as a souvenir. There weren’t many flowers as I thought but they have a huge park that kids can enjoy.

Good place to spend 1/2 a day with the family, especially in the summer when the man-made river/showers are open for water play. My kids enjoyed climbing on the obstacles and running through the tunnels as well as getting lost in the scrub maze. The flower beds are always kept in great shape with something in full bloom almost every season. In winter the hot houses are a good place to warm up from the wind.

Nice please 😌 very good view

Pleasant and Calm spot