Kinryu Park
Designated smoking area · Taito City, Tokyo
Hours
Open 24 Hours
Days
Open every day
Type
Outdoor
Fee
Free
Address
Kinryu Park
3-25-7 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito City
Kinryu Park Smoking Guide: Location & Hours
If you are exploring the cultural streets of Asakusa or shopping for kitchenware in Kappabashi, finding a legal place to light up can be a challenge. Kinryu Park (金竜公園) offers a designated, hassle-free public smoking area in the Nishi-Asakusa district. Located inside a neighborhood park, this outdoor smoking zone is highly convenient for tourists and expats walking between the major sightseeing hubs of Taito City.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exact Location | Kinryu Park, 3-25-7 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo |
| Access | Asakusa Station (Tsukuba Express) - Exit A2 (4-min walk) Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line) - Exit 3 (9-min walk) |
| Type | Outdoor (Designated partitioned area) |
| Opening Hours | Open 24 Hours |
| Fee | Free |
How to Find It & Local Rules
Kinryu Park is a pocket of greenery nestled in the quiet backstreets of Nishi-Asakusa. To find the smoking area, head into the park grounds; you will spot a designated, partitioned outdoor smoking enclosure. This setup uses partitions to keep smoke contained and features public ashstands.
Please be aware of local regulations. Taito Ward (Taito-ku) enforces a strict "no smoking on the streets" policy. Lighting up outside of designated zones—including while walking—is illegal and carries an immediate 2,000 JPY fine. When using this spot, ensure you stay entirely within the partitioned zone and dispose of your cigarette butts responsibly in the provided trays.
Nearby Landmarks
To help you orient yourself, this smoking area is located near these prominent local spots:
- Kappabashi Dougu Street (Kitchen Town): Located just a 3-minute walk west of the park, making this the perfect pitstop after shopping for Japanese chef knives and wax food samples.
- Asakusa Station (Tsukuba Express): The closest station, situated just 300 meters east of the park.
- Senso-ji Temple (West Approach): The western entrance of Tokyo's oldest temple is about an 8-minute walk away, allowing you to bypass the heavier temple crowds for a quiet break.