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Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner


Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo
The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...


Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...


Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...


Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...


How to Enjoy Walking Around Kagurazaka in Shinjuku Ward with a Knowledgeable Guide
The Many Facets of Kagurazaka Kagurazaka in Shinjuku Ward is a mysterious place. People's impressions of Kagurazaka vary greatly. Some...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Night Walks Are the Best in Summer: Kagurazaka in Shinjuku Ward
Kagurazaka, Known as the Geisha District, Is More Picturesque at Night The days continue to be hot. If you take a walking tour of...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Kagurazaka in Shinjuku: A Town of Serendipity
The Diverse Cultural Elements of Kagurazaka Kagurazaka in Shinjuku Ward is a town with a history of approximately 400 years, flourishing...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 15, 20244 min read


Only 10 Days Left Until the Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024
Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024 is Just Around the Corner With just 10 days remaining until the 50th Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival)...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 14, 20243 min read


Explore Ichigaya Letterpress Factory & Printing Museum in Tokyo
Learn About the Printing Industry: Things to Do in Shinjuku The tour 'Learn About the Printing Industry, a Local Business Nurtured in...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 4, 20243 min read


Things to do in Kagurazaka: Explore the Charming Cobblestone Streets & local stores
Kagurazaka Street Walk: Things to Do in Shinjuku The tour 'Explore the Charming Cobblestone Streets of Kagurazaka and Visit Famous...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 2, 20243 min read


A Stroll to Reminisce About Natsume Soseki and memorial museum in Shinjuku
A Stroll to Reminisce About Natsume Soseki: Things to Do in Shinjuku " The Best 19 Things to Do in Shinjuku " includes "Enjoy a Soseki...
Shinya Yamada
Jul 1, 20242 min read


The Best 19 Things to Do in Shinjuku
Today, we introduce "The Best 19 Things to Do in Shinjuku (19 New Things to Experience in Shinjuku)." This booklet is only available in...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 29, 20244 min read


What are Goshuin and Goshuincho? A Complete Guide for Foreigners
What are Goshuin and Goshuincho? Do you know what Goshuin and Goshuincho are? Goshuin, received at temples and shrines, is a record of...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 26, 20244 min read


Did You Know You Can View Fireflies in Kagurazaka, Central Tokyo?
Fireflies Are Coming to Kagurazaka, Central Tokyo in July Did you know that you can enjoy fireflies viewing in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku ward,...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 12, 20242 min read


Introducing 23 Michelin-Listed Restaurants in Kagurazaka
Overview of Michelin Guide-Listed Restaurants in Kagurazaka As of the end of May 2024, there are 23 Michelin Guide-listed restaurants in Kagurazaka, accounting for 4.4% of Tokyo's total and 53.5% of Shinjuku Ward's total. This clearly demonstrates that Kagurazaka is one of Tokyo's top gourmet districts. Today, we will introduce the 23 Michelin-listed restaurants in Kagurazaka, providing details such as the restaurant names, cuisine types, and locations, using Google Maps for
Shinya Yamada
Jun 8, 20243 min read


Why is Kagurazaka One of Tokyo's Finest Gourmet Districts?
Kagurazaka: A Finest Gourmet District in Tokyo Kagurazaka is not a bustling commercial district lined with large shopping buildings like...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 7, 20243 min read


3 Reasons Why Travelers Should Come to the Kagurazaka Shopping District
The Kagurazaka shopping district offers not only a unique shopping experience but also opportunities for meaningful interactions with...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 6, 20244 min read


What Is the Large Ring at Shinto Shrines in June?
The Large Ring at Shinto Shrines in June: "Chinowa Kuguri" As June begins, large grass rings appear at Shinto shrines. Do you know what...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 4, 20242 min read


How to Learn Basic Etiquette for Visiting Shinto Shrines: "Chouzu and Praying"
Japan has many Shinto shrines, attracting numerous visitors. According to the 2022 Religious Yearbook, there are 84,316 registered Shinto...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 3, 20243 min read


Experience Authentic Japanese Daily Life in Kagurazaka, Tokyo
Dear foreign tourists, when visiting Tokyo, would you like to walk around lively streets filled with local Japanese people, away from the...
Shinya Yamada
Jun 2, 20244 min read


Walk from Kagurazaka to the Natsume Soseki Memorial Museum in Shinjuku: Tracing the Footsteps of Natsume Soseki, Author of "I Am a Cat" and "Kokoro"
Today, we will introduce the life of Natsume Soseki and the Natsume Soseki Memorial Museum, which is about a 10 to 15-minute walk from...
Shinya Yamada
May 30, 20244 min read


Introducing the "15th Kagurazaka Rakugo Festival": Tickets are Running Out
Don't Miss Out on the "Kagurazaka Rakugo Festival" We are pleased to introduce the 15th "Kagurazaka Rakugo Festival," which will be held...
Shinya Yamada
May 29, 20243 min read


The Mysterious Connection Between Kagurazaka and Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site
I have written several times in my blog that Kagurazaka was built by the 3rd Shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Tokugawa Iemitsu , as a path...
Shinya Yamada
May 28, 20243 min read


Did you know that Zenkoku-ji (Bishamonten) in Kagurazaka was founded by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu?
Zenkoku-ji (Bishamonten) in Kagurazaka: Founded by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu An important temple for the development of Kagurazaka is...
Shinya Yamada
May 23, 20242 min read
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