Dembōin: A Tranquil Retreat Beside Sensō-ji
Discover a tranquil escape in the heart of Asakusa at Dembōin Temple, a hidden gem with a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty garden.
Dembōin is a sub-temple of Sensō-ji in Asakusa, Tokyo, serving as the residence for the head priests. While the buildings themselves date back to the 18th and 19th centuries, the highlight is its nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty garden, believed to have been designed in the early Edo period. The garden is only open to the public for a limited time each year.
A brief summary to Dembōin
- 2 Chome-3 Asakusa, Taito City, 2 Chome Asakusa, Tokyo, 111-0032, JP
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the Sensō-ji Temple official website for the limited opening dates of Dembōin garden, typically in the spring.
- Be aware that the garden is only open for a limited time each year, so plan your visit accordingly.
- Consider visiting in early April to see the weeping cherry tree beside the lecture hall in full bloom.
- Respect the tranquility of the garden and be mindful of other visitors seeking a peaceful experience.
Getting There
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Walking
Dembōin is located adjacent to Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa. From the Nakamise-dori shopping street, walk north and cross Denpoin-dori Street. The main entrance gate, Omote-mon, will be visible. Note that the garden is only open to the public during specific periods.
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Public Transport
The closest station to Dembōin is Asakusa Station, served by the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Toei Asakusa Line, Tobu Isesaki Line (Tobu Skytree Line), and Tsukuba Express. From Asakusa Station, it is approximately a 5-minute walk to Dembōin. Exit the station and follow signs towards Sensō-ji Temple. Once at Sensō-ji, walk north past Nakamise-dori and cross Denpoin-dori Street to reach the temple. Subway fare from Tokyo Station to Asakusa Station is between ¥170-¥210. Bus fare in the 23 wards of Tokyo is a flat rate of ¥210 for adults.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Asakusa. From Asakusa Station, a short taxi ride to Dembōin is possible, but walking is recommended due to the proximity. Taxi fare for a small-sized taxi is ¥410 for the first 1,052 meters, and then ¥80 for every 237 meters after that.
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