In Nakamise, there are many souvenirs that are quintessentially representative of Japanese culture and tradition such as kimono, kanzashi (ornate hairpin), hair accessories, Japanese items, imitation Japanese swords, ninja costumes, postcards illustrated with ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints)! You are sure to find a souvenir you want unique to Japan!
Nakamise is not only about souvenirs. You can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets such as dango, yokan (sweet red bean jelly), senbei (Japanese rice crackers), deep fried manju, and ningyoyaki (sponge cake in various shapes) as well as arranged traditional sweets with new sensations. Enjoy Nakamise gourmet you can’t get anywhere else! (You are not allowed to eat while you walk on this street)
One of the best sightseeing spots in Tokyo where over 30 million people visit every year. Since there is a huge lantern at the entrance of the approach, it is a prime spot for taking pictures. Once you go through the Kaminarimon gate, you will see Nakamise, and behind Nakamise, you will see the must-see spots such as the main building of Sensoji and the five-story pagoda. At night, Sensoji is lit up in warm lights and you can enjoy a different aspect of it.
An old tendon (rice bowl dish with tempura) shop established in 1887, located in Asakusa. First of all, you will be amazed at how large the tendon is. The popular dish is shrimp tendon, with many big shrimp tempura all over, the rice is almost hidden beneath. Deep-fried tempura in sesame oil with sweet-spicy sauce is their specialty. They have maintained this unique taste since they started business.
(Source: 食べログ)
At night, Nakamise takes on a different look. The lively atmosphere changes, it is lit up by warm lights and produces an elegant appearance. The shutters of the stores are 380 meters long painted with different artwork and entertain the visitor’s eyes.
In Nakamise, there are many souvenirs that are quintessentially representative of Japanese culture and tradition such as kimono, kanzashi (ornate hairpin), hair accessories, Japanese items, imitation Japanese swords, ninja costumes, postcards illustrated with ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints)! You are sure to find a souvenir you want unique to Japan!
Nakamise is not only about souvenirs. You can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets such as dango, yokan (sweet red bean jelly), senbei (Japanese rice crackers), deep fried manju, and ningyoyaki (sponge cake in various shapes) as well as arranged traditional sweets with new sensations. Enjoy Nakamise gourmet you can’t get anywhere else! (You are not allowed to eat while you walk on this street)
One of the best sightseeing spots in Tokyo where over 30 million people visit every year. Since there is a huge lantern at the entrance of the approach, it is a prime spot for taking pictures. Once you go through the Kaminarimon gate, you will see Nakamise, and behind Nakamise, you will see the must-see spots such as the main building of Sensoji and the five-story pagoda. At night, Sensoji is lit up in warm lights and you can enjoy a different aspect of it.
An old tendon (rice bowl dish with tempura) shop established in 1887, located in Asakusa. First of all, you will be amazed at how large the tendon is. The popular dish is shrimp tendon, with many big shrimp tempura all over, the rice is almost hidden beneath. Deep-fried tempura in sesame oil with sweet-spicy sauce is their specialty. They have maintained this unique taste since they started business.
(Source: 食べログ)
At night, Nakamise takes on a different look. The lively atmosphere changes, it is lit up by warm lights and produces an elegant appearance. The shutters of the stores are 380 meters long painted with different artwork and entertain the visitor’s eyes.