Kappabashi Dougu Street is a popular spot for cooking enthusiasts, both professionals and amateurs. It is within walking distance from Asakusa's Sensoji Temple and Ueno Park.
Public transport5 minutes walk from Asakusa Station Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: 5 minutes walk from Asakusa Station Tsukuba Express: 5 minutes walk from Asakusa Station Toei Subway Asakusa Line: 5 minutes walk from Asakusa Station Exit A4
Parking*There is no parking lot at Sensoji Temple. Please use the Taito Ward Kaminarimon underground parking lot or other nearby parking lots.
Sensoji Temple and Kaminarimon, located just a few minutes from Asakusa Station, are two of Tokyo's most famous sightseeing spots, and are crowded with visitors.
An observation facility where you can enjoy the scenery of Tokyo from the observation deck and observation corridor. Business hours will be updated in daily official announcements.
AdmissionFebruary March Observation Deck & Observation Corridor Ticket Observation Deck Ticket Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat The prices listed are for adults at the top...
Last admissionLast admission is 1 hour before closing time
Before you goBusiness hours are subject to change without notice. . Last admission is 1 hour before closing time. Entry times for group reservations differ from those listed above.
Public transportFor those using public transportation For those using a car For those using a chartered bus For those using a bicycle or motorcycle How to get to the 4th floor entrance
By carFor those using public transportation For those using a car For those using a chartered bus For those using a bicycle or motorcycle How to get to the 4th floor entrance
ParkingWelfare vehicles (vans with lifts) with a vehicle height of over 2.1m cannot be used in the Tokyo Skytree Town parking lot (multi-level/underground).
ClosedClosed Mondays; when Monday is a public holiday, closed the following day instead.
Public transportThe "Tobu Museum of Transportation and Culture" preserves actual vehicles such as the steam locomotive (built in 1898) when Tobu Railway opened and the first electric locomotive (built in 1928) of Tobu Railway, so you can experience the history of Tobu Railway.
AdmissionThe reception period is from 2 months to 5 days before use.
ClosedFor the latest information on regular holidays, fees, etc., please check the official website or directly with the facility.
Public transportOn foot: Keisei Hikifune 5 minutes, Tobu Hikifune 7 minutes, Tobu Omurai 10 minutes. From JR Kameido, take the Nippori-bound Toei bus and get off at the fifth stop, Tachibana-dori. Check the ward-bus route from Oshiage.
Before you goIt is also possible to enter the museum only to use the museum shop (permanent exhibits). At the general information desk, we will give you a museum shop usage ticket (30 minutes), so please ask.
ClosedClosed on Mondays, year-end and New Year holidays, and closed on the following day if the regular holiday falls on a public holiday *Fumigation period: Late June *Please check the official website for the latest information.
ClosedClosed on Mondays, year-end and New Year holidays, and if a regular holiday falls on a public holiday, the next day will be closed. *Temporary closures may occur.
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Things to Do in Ueno & Asakusa, Tokyo Today: Events, Movies & Places
Article updated: October 24, 2026
Ueno is a useful starting point for a museum-focused day, while Asakusa suits a plan built around Senso-ji and the surrounding streets. You do not need to fit both into every visit. Choose your main stop, check its opening arrangements, and add the second area only if your remaining time allows.
Plan your day in Ueno & Asakusa
Choose one main stop and one nearby alternative. A film, exhibition or booked activity gives your day a fixed time; leave room around it for travel and a meal. Before adding another destination, check its actual position on the map rather than relying only on the regional name.
Today, tomorrow and local time
Use Now, Today or Tomorrow above to compare the current listings. Dates and times follow Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9). Today means the date in Japan, which may differ from the date where you are searching.
Check the individual card for its date, venue, start time and official source. A time marked as unconfirmed is not an all-day opening promise. Conditions, tickets and cancellations can change; confirm the original information before setting out.
Travel, weather and alternatives
Check the route to the actual venue, including the last part on foot and your return connection. For outdoor activities, compare the forecast with local access notices. For boats or organised experiences, confirm the operator's departure point and arrangements rather than relying on the weather panel alone.
The live listings use the same underlying event, film and place information as WHERDO's Japanese guide. This English article explains how to plan a visit; the linked organiser or venue remains the source for current booking details, changes and official names.
