Exploring Old Tokyo

Discover Shitamachi - The heart of the Japanese Capital

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nezu • yanesen

Nezu Shrine: Tokyo’s most beautiful shinto shrine (with azaleas)

11 August 2017

asakusa

Hōzuki-ichi in Asakusa: Japanese lantern flower market

6 August 2017

coffee/bars • explore

Nezu museum: cafe with museum attached

30 July 2017

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Iriya Asagao Matsuri: Morning-glory flowers festival

8 July 2017

fukagawa • general

Hexagonal temple: Oldest building Sensō-ji Asakusa

18 June 2017

Tokyo is a modern city, most closely linked with new technology, hypermodern facilities and shiny skyscrapers. Like every city, Tokyo also has a highly interesting past and the people who have lived here, who made the city big, have a distinct culture. Unfortunately, earthquakes, fires, World War II and above all the Japanese preference for all things new have destroyed many of the old places and sights. However, in this vast city, many interesting spots still remain through which you can experience the old atmosphere of this metropolis. Read more