Location: Tokyo Prefecture
Top Things to do in Tokyo Prefecture
Top Hotels in Tokyo Prefecture
- 1. Millennium Mitsui Garden Hotel Tokyo
- 2. Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu
- 3. Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu
- 4. The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda
- 5. Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
- 6. Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai
- 7. Shibuya Stream Excel Hotel Tokyu
- 8. Hotel JAL City Haneda Tokyo
- 9. Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel
- 10. Tokyo Toranomon Tokyu REI Hotel
10 Sacred & Religious Sites in Tokyo Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan including Senso-ji Temple, Gotokuji Temple, Yasukuni Shrine, Takaosan Yakuo-in Yuki-ji Temple, Okunitama Shrine, Takahata Fudoson Kongo-ji Temple, Jindai-ji Temple, Shiofune Kannon Temple, Azusamiten Shrine, Izumi Shrine.
Restaurants in Tokyo Prefecture
1. Senso-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,321 reviews
According to legend, two brothers kept trying to return a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, to the Sumida River only to have it returned to them the next day. This temple located in Tokyo's Asakusa district was built to honor her.
Reviewed By SandyS1593
There's so much going on at the Senso-ji Temple. There's the Asakusa Shrine, a five-story pagoda, beautiful gardens with a statue of Buddha and a street of over 200 shops that sell traditional Japanese items and souvenirs. If you only have time for one temple stop, I highly recommend Senso-ji.
2. Gotokuji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 432 reviews
Reviewed By larryjman - Edmonton, Canada
I don't understand how this place is not more popular! A really beautiful Buddhist temple located outside of the busier parts of Tokyo. Excellent choice for cat-lovers as you'll find the classic waving cat statues in abundance! You can see the shrine with all the statues placed together in a cluster, and it's quite the sight. That's not all this temple has to offer though, the grounds are full of interesting things such as a pagoda, statues and memorials, as well as a larger grounds near the back of ruins to wander around in. You can also purchase your own waving cat statue to do with what you wish, you can add it to the shrine or keep it for your own good luck. Buy one and they'll also provide you with an English translation of the story of how the waving cat came to be. Honestly one of my favorite experiences in Tokyo.
3. Yasukuni Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,617 reviews
A large, torii gate stands at the entrance to this shrine built in memory of those who lost their lives defending Japan. Many officials still come and offer prayer annually on August 15, the anniversary of Japan's defeat in World War II.
Reviewed By stevehe159 - Perth, Australia
Large tree lined paths leading to huge gates and into the shrine. We saw many people honouoring their dead ancestors. Some of the inturred are convicted war criminals, executed by the victors. Also many martyrs (eg kamikaze) giving their life for their country/emperor. A good place to visit - included the war museum (with cafe), beautiful gardens, interesting external statues. Despite the controversy of who is interred here an interesting place to visit.
4. Takaosan Yakuo-in Yuki-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By elimikhael - Jakarta, Indonesia
I visited when the autumn colors were still out and it was a magical experience - the temple itself was unique with tengu (mountain guardian) statues and dango stalls, which was perfect for the chilly weather.
5. Okunitama Shrine
6. Takahata Fudoson Kongo-ji Temple
7. Jindai-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 382 reviews
Reviewed By markpP5371OR
Worth a visit as a historical place and also for the ambience including the Botanical garden and foodie paradise that is Soba Noodles, Dango and hot Mochi cakes. We visited on a hot and humid August day and it was very pleasant walking mostly on shade and with a slight cooling breeze. Brilliant even though this temple is hard to get to from other parts of Tokyo.
