Asakusa Mosque, Tokyo

Name: Asakusa Mosque
Address: 1-9-12 Higashi Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Telephone: +81 3-3871-6061

#314 among attractions in Tokyo

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Facts and practical information

Daar Al-Arqam Mosque or commonly known as Masjid Asakusa is a mosque located in downtown Tokyo that was built in 1998. Asakusa Masjid Mosque is managed by the Japan Mosque Foundation which is one of the departments in the institute Islamic Circle of Japan. ()

Local name: 浅草モスク Completed: 1998 (26 years ago)Coordinates: 35°43'18"N, 139°48'4"E

Address

1-9-12 Higashi Asakusa台東区 (tai dong qu)Tokyo Japan

Contact

+81 3-3871-6061

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Day trips

Asakusa Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sensō-ji, Hanayashiki, Tokyo Skytree, Kappabashi-dori.

0.6 miSW
Historic temple to the goddess of mercy
Sensō-ji, Tokyo
15 min walk • Sensō-ji, an ancient Buddhist temple located in the historic Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan, is the city's oldest and one of its most significant religious sites. The temple, associated with the Bodhisattva Kannon, or Avalokitesvara, attracts millions of visitors...
0.5 miSW
Amusement park with rides and restaurants
Hanayashiki, Tokyo
15 min walk • Hanayashiki, nestled in the vibrant Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan, holds the distinguished title of the country's oldest amusement park. With a history stretching back to 1853, it originally began as a flower park but has since evolved into a cherished urban...
1 miSE
Huge tower with an observation deck
Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo
26 min walk • Tokyo Skytree, a towering testament to modern engineering and a beacon of Tokyo's skyline, stands as the tallest structure in Japan and the second tallest in the world. Completed in 2012, this impressive tower reaches a sky-piercing height of 634 meters, symbolizing...
0.8 miSW
Hub for cookware and restaurant supplies
Kappabashi-dori, Tokyo
20 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, Kappabashi-dori stands as a unique and vibrant shopping district, renowned for its extensive range of kitchenware and restaurant supplies. This street, often referred to as Kitchen Town, stretches approximately 800 meters...
0.9 miSE
Zoo
Sumida Aquarium, Katsushika
24 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Katsushika, Japan, the Sumida Aquarium offers a serene escape into the underwater world, right within the special wards of Tokyo. Opened to the public, this modern aquarium has swiftly become a favorite destination for both locals...
0.8 miS
Arch
Kaminarimon, Tokyo
20 min walk • The Kaminarimon, or "Thunder Gate," is a landmark of historic significance and a popular attraction in Tokyo, Japan. This majestic gate is the outer of two large entrance gates that ultimately lead to the ancient Senso-ji Temple, located in the traditional district of...
0.7 miS
Park
Sumida Park, Tokyo
18 min walk • Sumida Park is a public park in Sumida and Taitō, Tokyo, Japan. Cherry blossoms can be seen in spring, and the Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival is held in July.
0.5 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Asakusa Shrine, Tokyo
13 min walk • Asakusa Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan. Also known as Sanja-sama, it is one of the most famous Shinto shrines in the city. 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.
0.9 miE
Park, Buddhist architecture, Garden
Mukojima Hyakkaen, Tokyo
22 min walk • Mukōjima-Hyakkaen Garden is an urban garden located in Sumida, Tokyo. The garden was created by a merchant, and is different from daimyō gardens, and therefore it not a "traditional Japanese garden" in the proper sense of the term.
0.5 miS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Amuse Museum, Tokyo
14 min walk • The Textile Culture and Ukiyo-e Art Museum – Amuse Museum, or simply Amuse Museum, is a private museum specializing in Japanese textile culture and ukiyo-e. It opened on 1 November 2009 in Asakusa, Tokyo, not too far from Ueno Park, where multiple other museums are located.
0.7 miN
Monuments and statues
Kozukappara execution grounds, Katsushika
18 min walk • The Kozukappara execution grounds were one of the three sites in the vicinity of Edo where the Tokugawa shogunate executed criminals in the Edo period. Alternate romanized spellings are Kozukahara and Kotsukappara.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Asakusa Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Yoshiwara, Katsushika (9 min walk), Asakusa Shrine, Tokyo (13 min walk), Amuse Museum, Tokyo (14 min walk), Sensō-ji, Tokyo (15 min walk).

How to get to Asakusa Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Asakusa Mosque:

Bus

Higashi-Asakusa-Itchome • Lines: 草64 (3 min walk)
今戸 • Lines: 東42-1, 東42-2 (3 min walk)

Train

Asakusa (19 min walk)
Minami-Senju (21 min walk)

Metro

Minami-senju • Lines: H, H-Ts, Ts;H (19 min walk)
Minowa • Lines: H, H-Ts, Ts;H (20 min walk)

Tram

Minowabashi • Lines: Sa (23 min walk)
Arakawa-nichome • Lines: Sa (38 min walk)