The Day after New Years at Asakusa Senso-ji

Senso-ji, also known as Kannon-sama, is probably the most famous temple in the Tokyo area and has been on this location since the 7th century. It is famous for the huge paper lantern in the gate . Note the fierce guardian deities on each side.

Senso-ji is always crowded but today it was literally packed. All the streets were closed off and there was a huge line to get into the temple. There were stalls and all the shops were doing a great business.