Stroll around Asakusa with a traditional Edo atmosphere -3 historical spots

Asakusa flourished as downtown in the Edo period and still remains its old atmosphere and culture. You can feel the history of Asakusa through not only historical buildings but also festivals and meals. If you visit Asakusa in November, why not enjoy strolling around Asakusa while attending a popular festival?

This time, we’re going to introduce a festival around Hotel Gracery Asakusa and Hotel Tavinos Asakusa and our recommended spots.

“Asakusa Tori-no-Ichi” bustling with about 800 stalls

On 8th November and 20th, one of the highlights of autumn “Asakusa Tori-no-Ichi” is taken place at two adjoining venues: Otori Shrine and Chokokuji Temple. People believe that god and Buddha bring visitors good luck if they attend this festival. There are about 150 stalls selling ornately decorated Kumade and over 600 food stalls in and around the shrine and temple. Don’t forget to find Tori-no-Ichi’s specialities ‘Kirisansho’ and ‘Yatsugashira’ while enjoying a festive mood!

Period	8th and 20th November, 2019
Venue	Otori Shrine (3-18-7 Senzoku, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture） and Chokokuji Temple (3-19-6 Senzoku, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture)
Access	8 mins by bus from Kaminarimon Gate
URL	https://otorisama.or.jp/english.html

“Yakko” which has been loved by locals since the Edo period

If you feel the history of Asakusa with taste, “Yakko” serving unagi (eel) since the mid of the Edo period is our recommendation. A historical figure like Katsu Kaishu who Ryoma Sakamoto respected as his mentor also visited the restaurant frequently, and still now, many local people love here. Yakko’s eel dipped in their secret sauce is so fluffy.

Opening Hours	11:30AM – 8:30PM (Lunch Time 11:30AM – 4:00PM)　Closed on Wednesday
Address	A 6-min walk from Hotel Gracery Asakusa and Hotel Tavinos Asakusa
Access	1-10-2 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
URL	https://tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1311/A131102/13016652/

“Yagenbori” where you can make seven-spice chili pepper matching your taste

Well, to get souvenirs, how about visiting “Yagenbori” where seven-spice chili pepper was first made? It’s located along Shin-Nakamise Street. At this store with 400 years of history, you can create your own seven-spice chili pepper while combining many available spices. Even those who don’t like the spiciness very much can adjust the spiciness and get the original one that they can enjoy smell.

Opening Hours	Weekdays 10:00AM – 6:00PM／Weekends and Holidays 10:00AM – 7:00PM
Address	1-28-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	A 2-min walk from Hotel Gracery Asakusa A 7-min walk from Hotel Tavinos Asakusa
URL	https://yagenbori.jp/