Arrived at Asakusa Station but not sure which exit to use?
The name Asakusa Station is used by several railway operators.
The main ones are:
- Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
- Toei Asakusa Line
- Tobu Railway
- Tsukuba Express
They are in the same general area, but they are not all in exactly the same place.
If you are going to Senso-ji Temple or Kaminarimon Gate, check which railway you are using first.
- 1. Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
- 2. Toei Asakusa Line
- 3. Going to Senso-ji or Kaminarimon?
- 4. What About Tobu Asakusa Station?
- 5. What About Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station?
- 6. Do Not Confuse the Different Asakusa Stations
- 7. What If You Use the Wrong Exit?
- Remember This at Asakusa Station
- Related Guides
- Disclaimer
1. Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
If you are using the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, look for:
Exit 1
This is a convenient exit for:
- Senso-ji Temple
- Kaminarimon Gate
- Nakamise area
Tokyo Metro lists Senso-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate at Exit 1.
Tokyo Metro — Asakusa Station Official Information
So remember:
Ginza Line → Exit 1
2. Toei Asakusa Line
If you are using the Toei Asakusa Line, look for:
Exit A4
Exit A4 is convenient for:
- Kaminarimon Gate
- Senso-ji Temple
- Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
Senso-ji is about a 5-minute walk from Exit A4.
Toei Subway — Asakusa Station Official Information
So remember:
Toei Asakusa Line → Exit A4
3. Going to Senso-ji or Kaminarimon?
The simple version is:
Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Exit 1
Toei Asakusa Line
Exit A4
Once you are outside, follow signs for:
Kaminarimon
or
Senso-ji
4. What About Tobu Asakusa Station?
Tobu Asakusa Station is another railway station in the same area.
It is served by the Tobu Skytree Line.
Tobu Railway — Asakusa Station Official Information
If you arrive at Tobu Asakusa Station and want to visit Senso-ji, follow the local signs toward Kaminarimon and Senso-ji.
5. What About Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station?
Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station is separate from the Tokyo Metro, Toei and Tobu stations and is located farther west.
If you are using the Tsukuba Express and want to go to Senso-ji or Kaminarimon, look for:
Exit A1
The official Tsukuba Express guide lists Exit A1 for:
- Senso-ji Temple
- Nakamise Street
- Kaminarimon
- Tobu Asakusa Station
- Tokyo Metro Asakusa Station
- Toei Asakusa Station
Tsukuba Express — Asakusa Station Official Information
So remember:
Tsukuba Express → Exit A1
6. Do Not Confuse the Different Asakusa Stations
This is the most important point.
The name “Asakusa Station” is used by several railway operators:
- Tokyo Metro
- Toei Subway
- Tobu Railway
- Tsukuba Express
Before following an exit number, check the railway name on your map.
For example:
Exit 1 at Tokyo Metro is not the same as Exit A1 at Tsukuba Express.
7. What If You Use the Wrong Exit?
Do not worry.
Senso-ji, Kaminarimon and the main Asakusa sightseeing area are walkable from the main Asakusa stations.
Check your current location on Google Maps before going back underground.
Sometimes walking above ground is easier.
If you often arrive at the correct station but leave from the wrong side, this guide may also help:
Right Station, Wrong Exit: Why We Get Lost
Remember This at Asakusa Station
- Tokyo Metro Ginza Line → Exit 1 for Senso-ji / Kaminarimon
- Toei Asakusa Line → Exit A4 for Senso-ji / Kaminarimon
- Tsukuba Express → Exit A1 for Senso-ji / Kaminarimon
- Always check which railway you are using before following an exit number
Related Guides
- How to Find the Right Subway Exit in Japan
- Right Station, Wrong Exit: Why We Get Lost
- Tokyo Station: Marunouchi or Yaesu — Which Exit Should You Use?
- Lost at Ueno Station? Ueno Park, Ameyoko or Keisei Ueno
Disclaimer
Asakusa has stations operated by several different railway companies.
Exit numbers, pedestrian routes and station layouts may change.
Always follow the latest station signs and check official railway information before traveling.
