Monuments — Tokyo
Tokyo's monuments span centuries of history and stunning views. Start at the iconic red gates of Sensō-ji in lively Asakusa, then head to Tokyo Tower or Skytree for panoramic city views. Whether you're exploring ancient temples or modern landmarks, there's plenty to discover.
Sensō-ji ★ 4.62 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032Historic temple to the goddess of mercy. Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
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Tokyo Tower ★ 4.54 Chome-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011Well-known tower with observation areas. Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
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Zojo-ji ★ 4.54 Chome-7-35 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011Buddhist temple complex dating to 1622. The main temple of Jōdo-shū Buddhism, this compound includes ornate buildings dating to the 1600s.
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North Observation Deck, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 ★ 4.5Tochomae Station, 45F, 2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-8001Popular observation room in a skyscraper. Public observation room at the top of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building with gift shops.
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Asakusa Shrine ★ 4.52 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032Revered Shinto shrine dating from 1649. Prominent 1649 Shinto shrine set in a temple complex & hosting the Sanja Matsuri festival in May.
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Toyokawa Inari Betsuin ★ 4.51 Chome-4-7 Motoakasaka, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0051Buddhist temple dedicated to a fox god. Lantern-filled temple complex with shrines & statues, including hundreds of Shinto fox deities.
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Main Enclosure ★ 4.51 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-00018
江戸-東京-八重洲ヒストリー ★ 4.5〒104-0028 Tokyo, Chuo City, Yaesu, 2 Chome−10−19
Tokyo Skytree ★ 4.41 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045Huge tower with an observation deck. World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
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Imperial Palace ★ 4.41-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-811111
Kanda Myoujin Shrine ★ 4.42 Chome-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021Enduring shrine with red & gold decor. Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.
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Edo-Tokyo Museum ★ 4.41 Chome-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015Contemporary museum charting Edo period. Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.
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Hamarikyu Gardens ★ 4.41-1 Hamarikyuteien, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0046Former Imperial gardens open to public. Public park with a pond, laid out in the Edo-period style, on the site of 17th-century Shogun villa.
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Tokyo Daijingu ★ 4.42 Chome-4-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-0071Busy Shinto shrine associated with love. Bustling, 19th-century Shinto shrine said to bring romantic good fortune to worshippers.
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Imperial Palace East National Gardens ★ 4.41-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8111Palace gardens & Edo castle ruins. Large landscaped gardens in the grounds of a palace first built in 1888, with some Edo castle ruins.