Mo-Mo-Paradise Asakusa Kaminarimon
Rating
Family of 4
Around 10,000 yen (approx.
Duration
1.5 to 2 hours
Best Ages
5, 17
About
Mo-Mo-Paradise near Asakusa's Kaminarimon gate positions the chain's unlimited shabu-shabu dining in the heart of Tokyo's most culturally rich neighborhood. Asakusa is home to Senso-ji, Tokyo's most visited shrine, and the bustling Nakamise shopping arcade, making it a natural first stop for families visiting Tokyo. Adding Mo-Mo-Paradise as a lunch or dinner anchor transforms an Asakusa cultural day into a complete family experience: shrine walk in the morning, hot pot lunch in the afternoon.
The shabu-shabu format at this location follows the chain's signature approach, unlimited thin-sliced beef and pork swished through simmering kombu or pork broth, with unlimited vegetables, tofu, udon noodles, and the two signature dipping sauces. Children from about age 5 engage actively with the cooking process, making this more of an experience than a standard restaurant meal. The Kaminarimon area has a slightly more traditional Tokyo atmosphere than the chain's Shinjuku or Ikebukuro locations, and the surrounding streets after the meal, traditional craft shops, Nakamise sweets, rickshaw rides, provide excellent family walking.
Strollers are manageable in the main streets of Asakusa, though the side lanes and temple grounds can be crowded on weekends.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Lunch after a morning at Senso-ji; weekdays for shorter waits
Wait Times
20 to 40 minutes on weekends
Nearby Food
Nakamise shopping arcade has traditional sweets and snacks; the Asakusa area has matcha cafes, ningyo-yaki stands, and melonpan bakeries within easy walking distance
Why Kids Love It
After a cultural morning exploring Senso-ji and Nakamise shopping street, an interactive hot pot lunch where kids cook their own food is a perfectly paced reward
Pro Tips from Parents
- Combine with a morning at Senso-ji, the free shrine visit pairs perfectly with a lunch reward at Mo-Mo-Paradise.
- Try the Nakamise shopping arcade before or after the meal for cheap, traditional Japanese souvenirs kids love (ningyo-yaki sweets are a hit).
- Request the kombu broth for children, it's the mildest option and lets the meat flavor come through without overpowering.
What to Bring
- Cash, Asakusa still has many cash-preferred establishments
- Comfortable walking shoes for the Senso-ji area after the meal
- A light bag since shopping at Nakamise is almost inevitable with kids
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Around 10,000 yen (approx.
Tips to Save
- Lunch sets are better value; the Asakusa location pairs naturally with a free morning at Senso-ji to maximize the day
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Monday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM







