A day trip to Tokyo: A retro food tour of Asakusa.

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Let the food tour begin. Doll-shaped cakes, millet dumplings, and fried manju.

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Classic photo spots

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lunch

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Famous Jumbo Melon Bread

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I wandered around looking at food samples and knives.

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A hidden gem offering a panoramic view of Senso-ji Temple and Tokyo Skytree.

Sumida Riv

Azumabashi

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Tea and shopping at Solamachi

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Early dinner

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Observation deck, timed to coincide with sunset and the blue hour.

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We watched the lights up after sunset and then dispersed.