Temple · Asakusa, Tokyo
浅草寺 Sensoji Temple Omamori — Shipped to the US
Also written Senso-ji, Sensō-ji, Asakusa Kannon, Asakusa Temple.
Tokyo's oldest temple, founded in 628. Its Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), hung with a giant red lantern, is one of the most recognizable sights in all of Japan.
Can I buy Sensoji Temple omamori online from outside Japan?
Sensoji's own online shop ships within Japan only, so there is no way to have its charms sent to a US address directly from the temple.
Tokyo Omamori Post is an independent shop, not the official store of Sensoji Temple or any temple or shrine. We obtain Sensoji Temple charms in person at the temple in Japan, then send them to US addresses ourselves, with US import duties included in the price. Standard shipping is $8 (free on 3+ charms), and express EMS shipping is $25 — see shipping & duties for details.
According to temple tradition, two fishermen brothers found a small statue of Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion, in their net on the Sumida River in 628. Sensoji was built to enshrine it, and the area of Asakusa grew up around the temple.
Visitors enter through the Kaminarimon, where a red paper lantern nearly 4 meters tall hangs between statues of the gods of wind and thunder. Beyond it, Nakamise street — lined with shops selling sweets and crafts — leads to the main hall.
A golden dragon is said to have descended from the sky when the temple was founded, which is why dragons appear on many of its charms.
Sensoji Temple charms (21)
FAQ
Can I buy Sensoji Temple omamori online from the US?
Sensoji's own online shop ships within Japan only, so there is no way to have its charms sent to a US address directly from the temple. Tokyo Omamori Post is a separate, independent shop: we obtain Sensoji Temple charms in Tokyo and ship them to US addresses, with US import duties included in the price.
Is Tokyo Omamori Post the official Sensoji Temple store?
No. Tokyo Omamori Post is an independent shop and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of Sensoji Temple. We buy charms in person at the temple and resell them.
How much do Sensoji Temple charms cost, and how are they shipped?
Sensoji Temple charms on this site are priced at $26–$34 each. Standard shipping is $8 (free on 3 or more charms, about 3 weeks); express EMS shipping is $25 (about 1 week). US import duties are included in the price.
Tokyo Omamori Post is an independent shop and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of Sensoji Temple. Temple and shrine names are used only to tell you where each charm was obtained.