Sensō-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple located in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. It is Tokyo's oldest temple, and one of its most significant. Formerly associated with the Tendai sect of Buddhism, it became independent after World War II.
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🏰 Temple spots 🏰 Pagoda spots 🗼 Landmark spots 🏘️ Town spotsIn the heart of a lively and popular old historical district of Asakusa, the Senso-ji (or Asakusa Kannon) temple is the most revered in Tokyo. Originally, two fishermen found a small gold statuette of the goddess Kannon in their net. The village headman offered his house as a shrine to honor her. As the pilgrimage grew in importance, more and more prestigious buildings were built. The atmosphere of Senso-ji temple is also interesting.
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