Ningyo-yaki (Doll Cakes)

Ningyo-yaki (fried dolls) is a doll cake from Asakusa, in Tokyo. It's a sponge cake filled with bean-jam on the inside. The child's facial expression in the lower left hand window of the cake maker is priceless.
https://youtu.be/Jc_ajSFm-qk

Asakusa Entertainment Hall （Engei-Hall）

The hall has free seating (up to 340 seats) as well as paid seats. The shows feature classic comedy, comedic routines and magic. This establishment has a reputation for featuring female dancers. The picture was taken in 1995.



Places to visit in Asakusa (the entertainment hall is half way down the page)

Asakusa location in Tokyo (Japan National Tourism Website)

Sensoji Temple, Asakusa

Tokyo's oldest Temple, Sensoji Temple is located in Asakusa, Taitō Ward. These pictures were taken in 1995.


Kaminari-mon (Thunder Gate)


Nakamise-dori - small shops line the street as you approach the Temple.


The sign offers visitors alternative footwear for weary feet.

Japan Guide to Sensoji Temple