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Kappabashi Street (かっぱ橋道具街, Kappabashi Dōgugai) is a shopping street between Ueno and Asakusa, which is lined with several dozens of stores selling everything needed by restaurant operators, with the exception of fresh food. You will find specialized stores for dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils, stoves, tables, chairs, signs, lanterns and more. There are also a few stores which sell plastic and wax food samples, used by many restaurants in their show windows. Plastic food samples Red lanterns Any Questions? Ask them in our question forum.

How to get there

The closest station is Tawaramachi Station on the Subway Ginza Line, a short walk away. Orientation in Tokyo

Hours and Fees

Hours: Most shops open from 9:00 to 17:00 Closed: Many shops are closed on Sundays and public holidays

Hotels and Ryokan

Asakusa is the recommended district to stay for low budget travelers with its wealth of inexpensive hostels, dormitories, budget ryokan and small hotels. It is also a great location for those looking for the old fashioned feel of Tokyo. Located a few subway stops off the Yamanote Line, it is neither the most convenient nor an inconvenient base for exploring the city. Read more in our Tokyo Hotel Guide

Sponsor Hotels Aizuya-inn Free internet, hot drinks, friendly foreign staff, and a warm welcome are what you will find at this Tokyo inn. Sakura Hotel and Hostel Economy hotel and hostel in central Tokyo with cheerful English speaking staff. Monthly furnished apartments also available.

Recommended Hotels around Asakusa - with lowest rates by selected hotel reservation websites Asakusa Smile This hostel with dormitories and private rooms offers some of the cheapest beds in town. Hostelworld from $26 (1 person) from $51 (2 persons) Asakusa View Hotel The largest hotel in Asakusa. Overlooking Sensoji Temple. Agoda from $164 (1 person) from $210 (2 persons) Backpackers Hostel Ks House Tokyo One of the most popular hostels in Tokyo. Hostelworld from $38 (1 person) from $75 (2 persons) Hotel Kaminarimon Located directly next to Kaminarimon Gate, the symbol of Asakusa. Agoda from $75 (1 person) from $148 (2 persons) Khaosan Tokyo Kabuki One of the most popular hostels in Tokyo, located just a few steps from Kaminarimon Gate. Hostelworld from $40 (1 person) from $81 (2 persons) Agoda from $39 (1 person) from $78 (2 persons) Sakura Hostel Asakusa Popular hostel, just a few steps from the Sensoji temple grounds. Hostelworld from $40 (1 person) from $79 (2 persons) Agoda from $32 (1 person) from $65 (2 persons)

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