Yanaka

Yanaka (谷中) is one of the few districts in Tokyo where the shitamachi atmosphere, an old town ambience reminiscent of Tokyo from past decades, still survives. Throughout the district, there is an air of nostalgia and a rustic charm. It is within walking distance of Ueno Park, and offers a…Zjisti více

Yanaka Ginza is a shopping lane in Tokyo's traditional Yanaka temple district in Taito ward. Yanaka Ginza partly preserves and partly recreates something of the atmosphere of old Tokyo. The name "Ginza" is taken from the more famous Ginza shopping street about 8km further south in Chiyoda ward that…Zjisti více

Yanaka Area: recommended for strolling. many temples around Yanaka 4, 6 cho-me so many narrow slopes , old town feeling, small shops and bars, coffee stands all around

Yanaka, Nezu, Sendagi / 谷中・根津・千駄木 Alleys of Retrospecific Tokyo This area known as Yanesen, named after the first letters of Tanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi, is a refined and relaxing area that concentrates the nostalgic landscape of downtown Tokyo. During the 17th century, many Buddhist temples were…Zjisti více

Yanaka (谷中) is one of the few districts in Tokyo where the shitamachi atmosphere, an old town ambience reminiscent of Tokyo from past decades, still survives. Throughout the district, there is an air of nostalgia and a rustic charm. It is within walking distance of Ueno Park, and offers a…Zjisti více