Exploring Old TokyoShitamachi and neighbouring areas - The heart of the Japanese Capital

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Yanaka Ginza – Old-fashioned shopping with cats

6 October 2018

Getting closer to Natsume Sōseki in Waseda museum

3 June 2018

Ame-zaiku: traditional candy-craft in Tokyo

29 April 2018

Gōtokuji: Temple with most cats in Tokyo

20 January 2018

Zōshigaya Cemetery: a famous graveyard

7 January 2018

Hakusan shrine: local shrine full of history (with hydrangeas)

22 November 2017

Yanaka Reien – Oasis of calm and beauty in the centre of...

19 September 2016

Daienji – beauty never dies

7 August 2016

Cats in Yanaka

28 May 2016

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