Best Shops In Asakusa

Above, Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For visitors to Tokyo, Asakusa's many neighborhoods are meccas for shoppers. There's everything from traditional to modern goods.

Time Out Tokyo has posted an article on the best shops in Asakusa.

They begin with:

There's a lot more to Asakusa than just Sensoji. From traditional Japanese crafts to kitchenware, there's plenty left to explore in this historic neighbourhood. Take a stroll along the Sumida River for stylish finds in Kuramae or hit up the popular shopping streets of Kappabashi-dori and Nakamise-dori for a real treat. 

And, there's toy shops at Nakamise-dori and Shin-Nakamise where Godzilla toys can be found.

Above, I bought this Bandai 1968 Godzilla at Nakamise-dori in 2015. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

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