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Founded in 1854 in a corner of a Senso-ji sub-temple, this Edo-era sweet shop still serves its signature awa-zenzai and anmitsu to downtown Asakusa.
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Vegetarian 私はベジタリアンで、肉と魚は食べません。
Watashi wa bejitarian de, niku to sakana wa tabemasen.
I'm vegetarian — I don't eat meat or fish.
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Address 1-31-12 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Nearest station Asakusa Stn
Cuisine Traditional Japanese sweets (anmitsu)
Price ¥
Signature Awa-zenzai (millet dumpling with sweet azuki) ✓ Last verified Jul 2026
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