TRADITIONAL JAPANESE FOOD | ASAKUSA
Taito-ku, Tokyo
Asakusa is known for it’s famous Sensoji Temple. In fact, it’s one of the number one destinations in Tokyo for both foreign and domestic travelers. Aside from it’s rich culture, Asakusa is known to have some of the best traditional and old foods around as well. To complete your Asakusa trip, make sure to eat at some of it’s local delicious eateries.
We’ll break it down for you with a list of foods and/or restaurants to look out for in the area:
Hoppy Street features dozens of izakayas lined up to eat yakitori and drink Japanese alcohol.
Magurobito is a famous standing sushi restaurant. Only fits about 8 customers at once!
Kamiya Bar is the oldest bar in Japan. Make sure to try their signature Denki Bran.
Umezono for traditional Japanese desserts.
Asakusa is famous for many udon/soba restaurants and Monja/Okonomiyaki restaurants.
Ningyoyaki from Nakamise Shopping Street.
Photo Credit: JW Magazine
How to get there
The area is accessible from the Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Asakusa and Ginza Lines.