{"id":953337,"date":"2026-04-18T13:09:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T13:09:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/tour\/953337\/"},"modified":"2026-04-18T13:09:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T13:09:12","slug":"5-must-try-street-food-in-asakusa-tokyo-%f0%9f%87%af%f0%9f%87%b5-taiyaki-dango-senso-ji-temple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/tour\/953337\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Must-Try STREET FOOD in Asakusa &#8211; Tokyo \ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5  | Taiyaki, Dango &#038; Senso-ji Temple"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title = \"5 Must-Try STREET FOOD in Asakusa - Tokyo \ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5  | Taiyaki, Dango &amp; Senso-ji Temple\"   width=\"580\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dJOEBjR_T_k\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><br \/>\n<br \/>\n5 Must-Try STREET FOOD in Asakusa &#8211; Tokyo \ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5  | Taiyaki, Dango &#038; Senso-ji Temple<\/p>\n<p>Asakusa is one of the most traditional and culturally rich districts in Tokyo, Japan. Famous for its historic streets, vibrant markets, and incredible street food, Asakusa is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Tokyo.<\/p>\n<p>Located around the iconic Sens\u014d-ji Temple (\u6d45\u8349\u5bfa), Tokyo\u2019s oldest and most famous temple founded in 628 AD, this area blends history, culture, and food into one unforgettable experience. From traditional snacks to bustling shopping streets, Asakusa offers one of the best street food scenes in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>Our first store the traditional sweets at Kikusuido (\u83ca\u6c34\u5802), a long-established wagashi shop preserving classic Japanese confectionery craftsmanship. Starting with Japanese castella, a soft and fluffy sponge cake that has been enjoyed in Japan since the 16th century, originally introduced through Portuguese influence and now a nostalgic everyday treat. <\/p>\n<p>Next, we try a classic sweet potato treat from Oimoyasan Koshin Denboin Higashi Street Store (\u304a\u3044\u3082\u3084\u3055\u3093\u8208\u4f38 \u4f1d\u6cd5\u9662\u6771\u901a\u5e97), a long-established sweet potato specialty shop known for simple, seasonal flavors that highlight Japan\u2019s appreciation for natural ingredients and traditional sweets.<\/p>\n<p>Continueing into Nakamise Street (\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5546\u5e97\u8857), one of Japan\u2019s oldest shopping streets with over 300 years of history. Stretching from the Kaminarimon Gate to Sens\u014d-ji Temple, it has long served pilgrims with traditional snacks, handmade souvenirs, and Edo-period charm that still remains today.<\/p>\n<p>Arriving at Sens\u014d-ji Temple, we explore Tokyo\u2019s oldest and most significant Buddhist temple. Established in 628 AD, it continues to be a major spiritual landmark where visitors come to pray, reflect, and experience centuries of tradition.<\/p>\n<p>Inside the temple grounds, we take part in a traditional fortune draw (omikuji), a cultural practice where visitors randomly select paper fortunes that reveal predictions about their luck and future.<\/p>\n<p>We then continue to Denboin Street (\u4f1d\u6cd5\u9662\u901a), a quieter and beautifully preserved street designed to recreate the atmosphere of old Edo-era Tokyo, with traditional architecture and a more relaxed, nostalgic feel.<\/p>\n<p>From Wagashi Kaede Main Store (\u548c\u83d3\u5b50 \u6953 \u672c\u5e97), known for beautifully handcrafted sweets that reflect Japan\u2019s seasonal aesthetics and tea culture, we enjoy dango (\u56e3\u5b50), a classic Japanese rice dumpling snack that has been part of Japanese food culture for centuries, often enjoyed during temple visits and seasonal festivals.<\/p>\n<p>We pass through a local shopping arcade filled with small shops and retro atmosphere before stopping for a traditional dessert at Asakusa Silk Pudding Shin-Nakamise Branch (\u6d45\u8349\u30b7\u30eb\u30af\u30d7\u30ea\u30f3 \u65b0\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5e97), known for its ultra-smooth, creamy pudding that reflects modern interpretations of classic Japanese texture and sweetness.<\/p>\n<p>One of the highlights of the tour is taiyaki (\u305f\u3044\u713c\u304d) from Naruto Taiyaki Honpo Asakusa Shin-Nakamise (\u9cf4\u9580\u9bdb\u713c\u672c\u8217 \u6d45\u8349\u65b0\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5e97). Originating in the Meiji era, taiyaki is a beloved street food shaped like a fish and filled with sweet red bean paste or custard, freshly baked for a crisp exterior and soft warm center.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, we discover one of Tokyo\u2019s hidden gems \u2014 an old underground street that preserves a nostalgic atmosphere, offering a completely different side of Asakusa compared to the lively streets above.<\/p>\n<p>From centuries-old temples to traditional street food and hidden historic streets, Asakusa remains one of the best places in Tokyo to experience authentic Japanese culture. Whether it\u2019s your first visit or a return trip, this district always reveals something timeless.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcccTurn on CC for Subtitles.<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd5aTimestamps<br \/>\n00:00 Intro<br \/>\n00:14 Location<br \/>\n00:40 1. Japanese Castella<br \/>\n01:15 2. Sweet Potato Cake<br \/>\n02:11 Market Street &#8211; Nakamise<br \/>\n02:46 Senso-ji Temple<br \/>\n03:39 Fortune Draw<br \/>\n04:57 Traditional Street &#8211; Denboin<br \/>\n05:31 3. Dango<br \/>\n06:10 Shopping Arcade<br \/>\n06:22 4. Japanese Pudding<br \/>\n08:03 5. Taiyaki<br \/>\n09:05 Oldest Underground Street<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd5aLocations<br \/>\n\u2981 Nakamise Street, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5546\u5e97\u8857, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Kikusuido, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u83ca\u6c34\u5802(\u304d\u304f\u3059\u3044\u3069\u3046), \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Oimoyasan Koshin, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u304a\u3044\u3082\u3084\u3055\u3093\u8208\u4f38 \u4f1d\u6cd5\u9662\u6771\u901a\u5e97, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Sens\u014d-ji, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u6d45\u8349\u5bfa, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Denboin Street, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u4f1d\u6cd5\u9662\u901a, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Kaede, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u548c\u83d3\u5b50 \u6953 \u672c\u5e97, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Asakusa Silk Pudding, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u6d45\u8349\u30b7\u30eb\u30af\u30d7\u30ea\u30f3 \u65b0\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5e97, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>\u2981 Naruto Taiyaki Honpo, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan<br \/>\n\u9cf4\u9580\u9bdb\u713c\u672c\u8217 \u6d45\u8349\u65b0\u4ef2\u898b\u4e16\u5e97, \u6d45\u8349, \u6771\u4eac\u90fd, \u65e5\u672c<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd5aTamago&#8217;s Gear<br \/>\n\u2981 DJI Osmo Pocket 3<br \/>\n\u2981 Canon EOS D Mark II<br \/>\n\u2981 Sony FDR-AX700<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd5a Disclaimers<br \/>\n\u2981 Prices are calculated on date of publishing.<br \/>\n\u2981 Prices can vary based on the seasons.<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p>#japantravel #japanesefood #japan #asianfood #streetfood #tokyo<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>5 Must-Try STREET FOOD in Asakusa &#8211; 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