Senso-ji Temple

Wow.

I had no idea it was so huge!! Senso-ji is so amazing. I just can't stop fan girling about it haha :)
It is such a special place, one that made me constantly stop in awe.

Normally I get easily bothered, irritated, etc. by other people when exploring sites, especially when trying to take photos but I don't recall feeling that once. It was such an amazing place and I was so happy to be exploring it!

I noticed not a lot of people were following the customs for when visiting a shrine. People followed the purifying all fine and dandy but unless it was a 日本人, then people completely disregarded things like bowing before entering the gates of the shrine, keeping to the side of the pavement as you approcach the shrine, etc.
That made me a little a sad and confused but I did my best to follow the customs and show my respect and appreciation. I hope it becomes more common for others to do so too.

The buildings were so tall, せが高い!!
It was impressive and had me in a constant state of wonder. I love Senso-ji temple so much and I feel like I could spend a whole day there! Madeleine said that it's really amazing to visit at night - there's less people, the place is lit up and the shops close their doors, revealing numerous traditional Japanese art. It all sounds amazing and I can't wait to visit there again and see that 😻

The grounds were so big and because they linked up to souvenir shops and a shopping alley, it was easy to get confused with where you were. But I loved every bit of it and scored myself some lovely items. They had one of those ball machines that you put money in and then turn to get a toy in a ball out. I saw that you could get an otter and I got it on the first go! I was so happy and blessed and I can't wait to give it to Lachlan :D

I'm so happy I got to visit Senso-ji and the memories of it are so special to me too.Read more