Here to gently guide you through the history and current state of Asakusa. Let’s dive into what “Asakusa” means, both in the past and today, in the most friendly and straightforward way!
Asakusa-ku, a former district of Tokyo City, existed from 1878 to 1947 before merging with Shitaya-ku to form what is now Taito-ku. What used to be Asakusa-ku forms the eastern half of Taito-ku.
Today, “Asakusa” refers to part of Taito-ku, particularly the area spanning Asakusa 1-chome to 7-chome. This is where you’ll find iconic sights like Sensoji Temple, the Thunder Gate (Kaminarimon), and Nakamise Street, bustling with visitors from all over the world.
Even Nishi-Asakusa 3-chome, where the Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station is located, is often included in what locals call “Asakusa.”
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