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5 fancy suburbs in Tokyo you should visit. Have you been to Tokyo many times and want to experience more local areas on your next visit? We will introduce you to some of the most interesting suburbs in Tokyo over 5 posts. 3. Shibamata For those who want to experience the more traditional side of Tokyo while taking distance from major tourism at the same time, Shibamata is the place to go! In Japan, Shibata is best known as the location for popular movie series “Otoko Wa Tsurai Yo” which started in 1968 and was directed by Japanese film director, Yohji Yamada. It is one of the few areas in Tokyo where the unique Tokyo Shitamachi (downtown) culture and atmosphere are still present today. Along the Sando (a street leading to a temple or shrine) that connects the subway station to the Shibata Taishakuten temple, a wide variety of traditional shops and stalls sell souvenirs and snacks, ranging from Dango (rice cake balls) and Senbei (Japanese crackers) to Oden (a boiled dish with a large variety of ingredients). Some of these snacks are renowned as specialities of Shibamata ever since the Edo period. The majestic beauty of the Shibamata Taishakuten temple has been described in many classic Japanese literature works, and will have a deep impact on you for sure. Give Shibamata a chance during your stay in Tokyo, and see how life goes by slowly in this picturesque suburb.
Posted on: Fri, 16 Jan 2015 09:18:33 +0000

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