Tokyo: Asakusa & Ryogoku

I had a wonderful experience staying in this hotel for a week. It’s only ~5 min walk to the subway and there are many museums and places to see in the area. Hotel has it’s own hotspring with different baths and there is a gym as well. There is a convenience store on the 2nd floor and a big space with tables.

This aquarium is located just next to the Tokyo Sky Tree so I recommend visiting them together in one day. This is not the biggest aquarium in Tokyo, but it is a cozy and fun place to visit!

This museum introduces the history of tobacco and salt which were protected by the government monopoly in Japan. It is quite a place for history lovers. It is located in a short walking distance from Tokyo Skytree so I recommend visit them in one day but be aware that the last admission to museum is at 4:30 pm and it is closed on Mondays.

This is the tallest tower in Japan with two observation decks: lower deck (350 meters) and higher deck (450 meters). The view is stunning as you can see the the whole city, You can get the same-day ticket but I recommend buying tickets in advance to avoid the queue. There is a shopping and dining complex "Tokyo Solamachi" at the base of Skytree with more than 300 shops and restaurants.

The building was designed by a famous Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and it indeed stands out. It has a free observation deck on the 8th floor from where you can see the Skytree and Nakamise-dori.

This coffee shop makes very cute 3D latte art. you can make reservation in advance to avoid waiting for too long as it make take some time on a crowded day.

Senso-ji is Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple. I personally love visiting it after the sunset when it's lit up.

This is a neon-themed food court in Asakusa not far from the Sense-ji temple. It is located on the 4th floor of the Tokyo Rakutenchi Asakusa building which has Uniqlo store on the 1st & 2nd floor. It has a cool vibe and you can find plenty of shops with yakitori, sushi, ramen, etc.

Don Quijote stores are discount stores famous for their wide range of goods. You can find literally anything from food to electronics. There is a great choice of Japanese souvenirs as well. Don't forget to take your passport for the tax free shopping. Don Quixote stores are usually open until late so I recommend visiting at the end of the day so you do not need to carry your purchases with you all round.

This is an oldest theme park in Tokyo established in 1853. It is small and cozy amusement park which I recommend visiting once you are in Asakusa.

This place was inspired by the atmosphere of the Edo-Tokyo period. It offers restaurants with Edo-style cuisine. There is a sumo arena as well in the centre of the place which is a great photo spot .

A stadium for sumo tournaments in Tokyo. Sumo tournaments are held six time a year with three of them being held in Tokyo - in September, January and May. Each tournament lasts around 15 days. You can buy tickets online in advance.

This is a nice restaurant with a terrace which offers good Italian food.

A small museum with a great collection of Japanese swords.

A peaceful Japanese-style garden in Ryogoku.

Here you can see the works of the great Ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai.

A small memorial site of the former residence of Lord Kira Yoshinaka, who was assassinated by the 47 ronin willing to revenge their master. The place is really small, but if you are be staying in this area and you are interested in history, I recommend visiting the site.

A enjoyed the atmosphere of this coffee shop and the coffee tasted great.

A very cosy coffee shop with great coffee.