Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
Tourist information center in the special wards of Tokyo, Japan
Introduction
Architecture
- ๐๏ธ Architect: Designed by Kengo Kuma, renowned for his work on the New National Stadium for the Tokyo Olympics.
- ๐ข Design: The building resembles a stack of wooden houses piled at different angles.
- ๐ฒ Materials: Constructed using steel, wood (mainly Japanese cedar), and glass.
- ๐ฅ Safety: Wood was processed to be fireproof due to Tokyo's history with fires.
- ๐ Inspiration: Inspired by traditional Edo-period nagaya houses, stacked to create unique voids between floors.
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Facilities
- โน๏ธ Information Counter: Staff speak English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
- ๐ฑ Currency Exchange: Available for foreign visitors.
- ๐ถ Free Wi-Fi: Accessible throughout the building.
- ๐ป Computers: Free internet access for visitors.
- ๐ป Restrooms: Includes multipurpose toilets and a nursing room with baby changing facilities.
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Cafรฉ: Located on the 8th floor, offering light meals, snacks, and beverages.
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Observation Deck
- ๐ญ Location: 8th floor of the Center.
- ๐ Views: Offers panoramic views of Kaminarimon, Nakamise, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, and the Asahi Flame.
- ๐ Hours: Open until 10:00 PM.
- ๐ธ Photography: Ideal spot for capturing iconic Tokyo landmarks.
- ๐น Cafรฉ: Miharashi Cafรฉ on the same floor provides refreshments.
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Guided Tours
- ๐บ๏ธ Free Tours: English language guided walking tours of Asakusa.
- ๐ Schedule: Available every weekend.
- ๐ Topics: Covers local sightseeing attractions, culture, and history.
- ๐ฅ Group Size: Suitable for small groups and individuals.
- ๐ Cost: Tours are free of charge.
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Access
- ๐ Tokyo Metro: 1-minute walk from Exit 1 of Asakusa Station on the Ginza Line.
- ๐ Toei Asakusa Line: 2-minute walk from Exit A4 of Asakusa Station.
- ๐ Tobu Skytree Line: 3-minute walk from the Main Exit of Tobu Asakusa Station.
- ๐ Tsukuba Express Line: 8-minute walk from Exit A1 of TX Asakusa Station.
- ๐ Location: Directly across from the Kaminarimon Gate on the south side of Kaminariomon-dori Street.
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Events
- ๐ญ English Rakugo: Performances scheduled on various Sundays throughout the year.
- ๐ Dates: April 14, 29; May 12, 26; June 9, 23; July 14, 28; August 11, 25; September 1, 22, 2024.
- ๐๏ธ Admission: Free or ticketed depending on the event.
- ๐ Venue: Held within the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center.
- ๐ Cultural Events: Regular exhibitions and cultural activities are hosted.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: +81 3-3842-5566 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: https://www.city.taito.lg.jp/bunka_kanko/kankoinfo/info/oyakudachi/kankocenter/a-tic-gaiyo.html |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: 2 Chome-18-9 Kaminarimon, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0034, Japan |
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