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Ghibli Museum MitakavsSenso-ji Temple
Both Ghibli Museum and Senso-ji Temple are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Senso-ji Temple is preferred by most writers compared to Ghibli Museum. Senso-ji Temple comes in at #3 in Tokyo with accolades from 7 reviews including Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Ghibli Museum Mitaka
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Atlas Obscura
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
The Wall Street Journal
1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013
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Frommer's "Only fans of Japanese animation (anime) may find the obstacles of visiting this unique museum worth the effort." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This guided tour around the former studio of Japan's foremost animated filmmaker is an enchanting experience."
Travel + Leisure "The museum for the animation legend, Hayao Miyazaki (and his Studio Ghibli) is a dream for fans of his work." Full review
Afar Magazine "A great trip with the kids or adult fans of Miyazaki's films." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A magical place that lets you play in and explore the world of Studio Ghibli. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A lush park setting makes this museum feel like a secret, but it has been booked solid since it opened." Full review
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Master animator Hayao Miyazaki, whose Studio Ghibli produced Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, designed this museum himself." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The brainchild of anime film giant Hayao Miyazaki is full of whimsy, both for children and adults"
Senso-ji Temple
Fodor's
Concierge Frommer's Travel + Leisure
Time Out Michelin Guide Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo 111-0032
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Fodor's "The garden of Dembo-in is ... the best-kept secret in Asakusa." Full review
Concierge "Pass through the famous red gates (Kaminarimon) and walk up Nakamise Street along a row of small shops selling everything from tourist trinkets to traditional crafts."
Frommer's "Tokyo's oldest and most popular temple." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tokyo’s oldest temple, completed in A.D. 645, is devoted to Kannon, the Buddhist deity of compassion and mercy." Full review
Time Out "With over 30 million visitors a year, Senso-ji holds a special place in local hearts." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Founded in the 7C and dedicated to Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, the Buddhist temple of Senso-ji was toppled by the bombings of the Second World War." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Centrally located in the Asakusa neighborhood, Sensō-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple that houses a rich and vibrant history. "
Tokyo Travel Guide
July 15, 2021
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Watch those around you for cues on how to act as you approach and enter the temple.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Walk down Nakamise-dōri to reach the temple entrance – to your left you'll spot the Five-Storeyed Pagoda (55m) almost begging you to take its photo." Full review
