Azumabashi
in Sumida-ku of Tokyo, Japan

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
35.710 and 139.803 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 35° 42' 34" and E 139° 48' 11"
Currency and Currency Code:
Yen - JPY
Spoken languages:
Japanese
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:35 AM (Thursday)
Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
UTC/GMT offset: 9 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
4:47 am and 6:28 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-28.533 and -48.767 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Passagem
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Japan in Eastern Asia

Safety Score: 2,8 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Japan.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Japan. Last Update: 2024-05-01 08:01:32

Discover Azumabashi

Azumabashi in Sumida-ku (Tokyo) is a city in Japan a little east of Tokyo, the country's capital city.

Local time in Azumabashi is now 07:35 AM (Thursday). The local timezone is named Asia / Tokyo with an UTC offset of 9 hours. We know of 8 airports in the vicinity of Azumabashi, of which two are larger airports. The closest airport in Japan is Tokyo International Airport in a distance of 11 mi (or 18 km), South. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in Japan is Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites in a distance of 64 mi (or 102 km), North-West. We discovered 6 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Ichikawa-minami, Tokyo, Matsudo, Urayasu and Soka. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 17°C / 62 °F

Morning Temperature 19°C / 67 °F
Evening Temperature 14°C / 57 °F
Night Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Chance of rainfall 26%
Air Humidity 85%
Air Pressure 1006 hPa
Wind Speed Fresh Breeze with 14 km/h (9 mph) from South-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Moderate rain

Thursday, 2nd of May 2024

16°C (61 °F)
14°C (57 °F)
Moderate rain, fresh breeze, broken clouds.

Friday, 3rd of May 2024

17°C (63 °F)
17°C (62 °F)
Overcast clouds, moderate breeze.

Saturday, 4th of May 2024

21°C (69 °F)
18°C (65 °F)
Sky is clear, moderate breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

APA Hotel Asakusa Kuramae

Address
0,6 mi
2-4-6, Komagata
111-0043 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


APA Hotel Asakusa Kaminarimon

Address
0,5 mi
2-14-1 Kaminarimon
111-0034 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Richmond Hotel Asakusa

Address
0,6 mi
2-7-10, Asakusa
111-0032 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


MyStays Asakusa

Address
0,5 mi
1-21-11, Honjo
130-0004 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 15:00 - 22:00
Weekend: closed


Dormy Inn Express Asakusa

Address
0,3 mi
1-3-4, Hanakawado,
111-0033 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Toyoko Inn Tokyo Asakusa Kuramae Kaminarimon

Address
0,6 mi
1-3-13, Komagata
111-0043 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Residential Hotel B:CONTE Asakusa

Address
0,6 mi
2 4 2, Asakusa, Taito ku, Tokyo 111 0032, Japan.
1110032 Tokio
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Sukeroku no Yado Sadachiyo

Address
0,4 mi
2 20 1, Asakusa, Taito ku, Tokyo 111 0032, Japan.
1110032 Asakusa,,Taito-Ku
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: 10:00 - 22:00
Weekend: closed


Ryokan Kamogawa Asakusa

Address
0,4 mi
1-30-10 Asakusa, Taito-ku
111-0032 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Gate Hotel Asakusa Kaminarimon by Hulic

Address
0,5 mi
2 16 11, Kaminarimon, Taito ku, Tokyo 111 0034, Japan.
1110034 Tokyo
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 0:00
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

KAMISHIBAI MANGA (a popular tourist attraction in Tokyo,JAPAN with Google GLASS)

Published: December 28, 2014
Length: 52:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: KANAMEチャンネル

Look at a great view of Japan I've took with GoogleGlass. It's not taken with the basic GoogleGlass function but with the app “Kamishibai” which I've developed. “Kamishibai” takes...


Tokyo trip Asakusa

Published: February 04, 2015
Length: 08:54 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Karaage Channel(からあげチャンネル)

Sky tree Asakusa.


ASAKUSA TOKYO TRAVEL 浅草 三社祭

Published: October 25, 2014
Length: 47:26 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: st COU6H

Let's go to Asakusa Tokyo Wolves.


Japan Trip 2013 Tokyo Asakusa Kaminarimon-dori Edo-dori Azumabashi Crossing 65

Published: April 30, 2013
Length: 55:23 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: kuritix kuri

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[4K Ultra HD] TOKYO Midnight highway drive shot with LUMIX DMC-GH4(Low light test)

Published: April 27, 2014
Length: 45:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Hani Masaki

深夜の首都高速をLUMIX DMC-GH4で撮影してみました。 高感度テスト動画。Low light TEST. ISO 3200,shutter speed 30,F4,マニュアルフォーカス,LENS 7-14mm.


Tokyo, Solamachi Skytree Center, Bicycle Parkhouse

Published: April 14, 2014
Length: 07:04 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Fabian Noeller

Fahrrad Parkhaus über 2 Etagen am Fuße des Skytree Turms.


Japan Trip 2013 Tokyo Asakusa Sumida-gawa(River) Tugboat Water-bus Asahi Beer Hall TOKYO SKYTREE 69

Published: April 30, 2013
Length: 55:22 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: kuritix kuri

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Asakusa - Nakamise Street

Published: April 17, 2010
Length: 10:58 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: tokyotipster

Tokyo is not really a temple town, for that check out Kyoto or Kamakura. But one of the major temples in the city is Sensoji in Asakusa. Tourists go to visit Sensoji, but the real attraction...


浅草駅地下街 Tokyo Asakusa Station Underground Mall

Published: January 20, 2013
Length: 56:29 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: JaponVision

東武鉄道浅草駅、東京地下鉄銀座線浅草駅の間にある浅草駅地下街。古くからの店が多く、昭和の香りがする地下街です。


東武鉄道 浅草駅 Tobu Asakusa Station

Published: June 09, 2013
Length: 56:47 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: JaponVision

浅草駅 東武スカイツリーライン、東武伊勢崎線、東武日光線.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Asakusa

is a district in Taitō, Tokyo, Japan, most famous for the Sensō-ji, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. There are several other temples in Asakusa, as well as various festivals.

Located at 35.7147, 139.797 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Asakusa, Neighborhoods of Tokyo

Sensō-ji

Sensō-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple located in Asakusa, Taitō, Tokyo, Japan. It is Tokyo's oldest temple, and one of its most significant. Formerly associated with the Tendai sect, it became independent after World War II. Adjacent to the temple is a Shinto shrine, the Asakusa Shrine.

Located at 35.7146, 139.797 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buddhist temples in Tokyo, Asakusa

Asakusa Shrine

, also known as Sanja-sama ("Shrine of the Three gods"), is one of the most famous Shinto shrines in Tokyo, Japan. Located in Asakusa, the shrine honors the three men who founded the Sensō-ji. Asakusa Shrine is part of a larger grouping of sacred buildings in the area. It can be found on the east side of the Sensō-ji down a street marked by a large stone torii.

Located at 35.7151, 139.797 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Shinto shrines in Tokyo, Asakusa, Important Cultural Properties of Japan

Sumida River

The Sumida River is a river which flows through Tokyo, Japan. It branches from the Arakawa River at Iwabuchi and flows into Tokyo Bay. Its tributaries include the Kanda and Shakujii rivers. What is now known as the "Sumida River" was previously the path of the Ara-kawa, however towards the end of the Meiji era work was carried out to divert the main flow of the Ara-kawa to prevent flooding. It passes through the following wards of Tokyo: Kita Adachi Arakawa Sumida Taito Kōtō Chūō

Located at 35.7186, 139.807 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of Tokyo

Asakusa Station (Tokyo Metro, Toei, Tobu)

Not to be confused with Akasaka Station. Asakusa Station浅草駅 300px Tobu Asakusa Station, May 2012 Location Prefecture Tokyo Ward Taitō History Opened 1927 Rail services Operator(s) Tobu RailwayTokyo MetroToei Subway Line(s) Tobu Isesaki LineToei Asakusa LineTokyo Metro Ginza Line 16px There is a bus stop near this station Asakusa Station is a railway station in the Asakusa district of Taito, Tokyo, Japan, operated by Tobu Railway, Tokyo Metro, and Toei Subway.

Located at 35.7119, 139.798 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in Tokyo, Toei Asakusa Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Stations of Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation, Stations of Tokyo Metro, Tobu Isesaki Line, Stations of Tobu Railway, Asakusa

Hanayashiki

is an amusement park in Asakusa, Taitō, Tokyo that has operated since 1853. It is operated by Hanayashiki Co. Ltd. , a subsidiary of Namco Bandai Holdings. It is claimed to be the oldest amusement park in Japan.

Located at 35.7155, 139.795 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Visitor attractions in Tokyo, Amusement parks in Japan, 1853 establishments in Japan, Namco Bandai Holdings, Buildings and structures in Tokyo

Tokyo Skytree Station

Tokyo Skytree Station is a railway station on the Tōbu Isesaki Line in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan, operated by Tobu Railway. It is adjacent to the Tokyo Skytree and Skytree Town redevelopment, and was formerly known as Narihirabashi Station.

Located at 35.7099, 139.809 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Tobu Isesaki Line, Stations of Tobu Railway, Railway stations in Tokyo

Asahi Beer Hall

The Asahi Beer Hall (a.k.a. Super Dry Hall, or Flamme d'Or) is one of the buildings of the Asahi Breweries headquarters located on the east bank of the Sumida River in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. It was designed by French designer Philippe Starck and was completed in 1989. It is considered one of Tokyo's most recognizable modern structures. The shape of the building is that of a beer glass, designed to complement the neighboring golden beer mug-shaped building housing the Asahi Breweries offices.

Located at 35.7098, 139.8 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures completed in 1989, Buildings and structures in Tokyo

Honjo-azumabashi Station

Honjo-azumabashi Station is a subway station on the Toei Asakusa Line, operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation. It is located in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. Its number is A-19. Honjo-azumabashi has two platforms serving two tracks. Track 1 is for passengers traveling toward Nihombashi, Sengakuji and Nishi-Magome Stations. Track 2 serves those heading toward Oshiage Station. The station serves the Azuma-bashi neighborhood.

Located at 35.7086, 139.805 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in Tokyo, Toei Asakusa Line

Kaminarimon

The Kaminarimon is the outer of two large entrance gates that ultimately leads to the Sensō-ji (the inner being the Hōzōmon) in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. The gate, with its lantern and statues, is popular with tourists. It stands 11.7 m tall, 11.4 m wide and covers and area of 69.3 m.

Located at 35.7111, 139.796 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Asakusa

Hōzōmon

The Hōzōmon is the inner of two large entrance gates that ultimately leads to the Sensō-ji (the outer being the Kaminarimon) in Asakusa, Tokyo. A two-story gate, the Hōzōmon's second story houses many of the Sensō-ji's treasures. The first story houses two statues, three lanterns and two large sandals. It stands 22.7 metres tall, 21 metres wide, and 8 metres deep.

Located at 35.714, 139.797 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Asakusa, Gates in Japan

1894 Meiji Tokyo earthquake

The Meiji Tokyo earthquake was an earthquake which occurred in Tokyo, Japan at 14:04 PM on June 20, 1894. It affected downtown Tokyo and neighboring Kanagawa prefecture, especially the cities of Kawasaki and Yokohama. The Meiji Tokyo earthquake had its epicenter in Tokyo Bay, with a magnitude of 6.6 on the Richter Scale. The depth of the 1894 earthquake has not been determined, but it is thought to have occurred within the subducting Pacific Plate under the Kantō region.

Located at 35.7, 139.8 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Earthquakes in Japan, Empire of Japan, 1894 earthquakes, 1894 in Japan, History of Tokyo

capture of the webcam 本郷: ゲイル株式会社(神田須田町交差点)

本郷: ゲイル株式会社(神田須田町交差点), 本郷 (source)

capture of the webcam 本郷: 秋葉原

本郷: 秋葉原, 本郷 (source)

capture of the webcam 本郷: Akihabara Shiota (秋葉原塩田)

本郷: Akihabara Shiota (秋葉原塩田), 本郷 (source)

capture of the webcam 本郷: City − Sky View

本郷: City − Sky View, 本郷 (source)

capture of the webcam 本郷: City − Bay − Canal Side

本郷: City − Bay − Canal Side, 本郷 (source)

capture of the webcam 蔵前: Asakusa − Live − traffic cam

蔵前: Asakusa − Live − traffic cam, 蔵前 (source)

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Azuma, Azumabashi, 吾妻橋