谷中ぎんざ
Yanaka Ginza
A timeless shotengai where old Tokyo lingers—lined with mom-and-pop shops, street snacks, and slow-lane charm.
Attraction
Historic District, Shopping Street, Local Culture
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Yanaka Ginza is a rare pocket of Tokyo that still feels like a neighborhood. Originally established in the 1950s, this traditional shopping street now hosts around 60 small stores and eateries, many of them family-run for generations. Located in the retro Yanaka district near Nippori, the street is beloved for its nostalgic atmosphere, where locals greet each other by name and cats roam freely. Popular stalls sell everything from freshly fried croquettes to hand-carved chopsticks and taiyaki. It’s a popular stroll for weekend visitors, yet it never feels overly commercial. As redevelopment reshapes much of Tokyo, Yanaka Ginza remains gently resistant—rooted in community, scent, and memory.
Facilities & Services
Open-air shopping and street food
Family-run specialty stores
Popular for leisurely walking tours
Near Nippori Station (West Exit)
English signage at tourist-friendly spots
Kabuki-za
Tokyo’s grand stage for kabuki drama, blending centuries-old performance art with the sophisticated elegance of the Ginza district.
Imado Shrine
A charming riverside shrine known as the birthplace of the maneki-neko, it is a popular spot for love-seekers and cat lovers alike.
W XYZ Bar
A chic Ginza hotel bar at Aloft Tokyo Ginza offers inventive cocktails in a lively, music-inspired atmosphere.
Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena
Japan’s top sumo arena and a living monument to the country’s ancient wrestling tradition, hosting major tournaments and housing a dedicated sumo museum.
Small Worlds Miniature Museum
An expansive indoor museum in Ariake featuring intricately detailed miniature worlds, from fantastical cityscapes to popular anime universes.
Kan Coffee Fujifuji
A charming Arakicho hideaway that combines the relaxed comfort of a coffeehouse with the lively vibe of a neighborhood izakaya.