Yanaka District

Streets & neighbourhoods

Yanaka District

Tokyo, Japan

Yanaka District survived the bombings of WWII, preserving the charm of Tokyo's past with its Edo period streets. Artisans and family-run shops line Yomise Street, where locals sell everything from handmade ceramics to traditional sweets. Particularly suitable for those drawn to history and the interplay of old and new Tokyo.

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Mar–Apr

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