Yamanote Line: Shinagawa
First stop on the #YamanoteLine is #Shinagawa Station which used to be on #Tokyo Bay! Continue reading Yamanote Line: Shinagawa
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Shinagawa Station – Then and Now
Shinagawa Station in History I havenât updated in a while, so please accept my apologies. Iâve got a lot on my plate at the moment but there is an article in the works. That said, an idea came to me while on the shitter thinking about Edo Bay vs. TÅkyÅ Bay (as one does). So I thought Iâd share a bunch of cool pictures of Shinagawa. In the Edo Period, the Shinagawa/Takanawa area was a collection of bustling seaside villages, but compared to castle town of Edo, it was quite rural. It was the literal edge of Edo. The TÅkaidÅ, … Continue reading Shinagawa Station – Then and Now
Why are Shinagawa and Takanawa called Shinagawa and Takanawa?
Was there a connection between the place names for Shinagawa and Takanawa? Let’s find out today. (btw – today’s place names will require a pretty reasonable familiarity with kanji). Continue reading Why are Shinagawa and Takanawa called Shinagawa and Takanawa?
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What does Kamata mean?
Discover the fascinating history of Kamata, from an ancient samurai clan’s influence to its transformation into a modern, safe urban suburb. Uncover the secrets of cattails, plum blossoms, and the yakuza’s impact in this intriguing journey through Tokyo’s lesser-known past. Continue reading What does Kamata mean?
Sites I Like
Websites, Blogs, and More If you like JapanThis!, then you also might be interested in some of this other awesome content. Most of these websites are run by my friends, many by acquaintances, and a small handful by mysterious people … Continue reading Sites I Like
What does TennÅzu Isle mean?
A rags to riches story. From sandbar to waterfront boardwalk. What does Tennoze Isle mean? Continue reading What does TennÅzu Isle mean?
What does Udagawacho mean?
Have you ever been to Shibuya? It’s made of many neighborhoods. Let’s explore! Continue reading What does Udagawacho mean?
What does Meotobashi mean?
Lovers and human sacrifice? Continue reading What does Meotobashi mean?
What does AomonoyokochÅ mean?
Exploring one neighborhood in Japan’s largest medieval post town. Continue reading What does AomonoyokochÅ mean?
What does Shimbamba mean?
Let’s explore the old TÅkaidÅ road on the outskirts of Edo. Continue reading What does Shimbamba mean?
What does Tachiaigawa mean?
A neighborhood in TÅkyÅ forgotten by time, but cool af. Continue reading What does Tachiaigawa mean?
What does Kanda mean?
People have been asking for this one since 2013. I finally did it in 2 parts. Continue reading What does Kanda mean?
The History of Hanami
We all love hanami and sakura, but where did it all start? Let’s take a look at the history of hanami. Continue reading The History of Hanami
Where is Gotenâyama today?
Gotenyama was the premiere hanami spot in Edo. Not much remains today. Continue reading Where is Gotenâyama today?
Yamanote Line: Hamamatsu-chÅ and Tamachi
Today we reach the last 2 stations, Hamamatsu-chÅ & Tamachi. Continue reading Yamanote Line: Hamamatsu-chÅ and Tamachi
The Year in Review â 2016
Let’s take a look back at 2016 and what’s in store for 2017! Continue reading The Year in Review â 2016
Yamanote Line: TÅkyÅ
Almost at the end of our loop around TÅkyÅ so it’s about time we get to TÅkyÅ Station. Continue reading Yamanote Line: TÅkyÅ
Yamanote Line: Akihabara and Kanda
New Article!
I somehow made a light piece about Akihabara and Kanda.
#SettingTheStage #Japan #Edo #Tokyo Continue reading Yamanote Line: Akihabara and Kanda
Yamanote Line: Takadanobaba, Meijiro, and Ikebukuro
We’re on an odd stretch of the Yamanote Line today. We’ll see some of the most elite areas and some of the stinkiest. Continue reading Yamanote Line: Takadanobaba, Meijiro, and Ikebukuro
Yamanote Line: Åsaki and Gotanda
Not the most glamorous stations of the Yamanote Line, but Åsaki and Gotanda are not without their charms. Continue reading Yamanote Line: Åsaki and Gotanda
Yamanote Line Extravaganza (intro)
My long overdue exploration of TÅkyÅ via the Yamanote Line begins here. I hope you’ll stick around for the whole series! Continue reading Yamanote Line Extravaganza (intro)
What does Gotenyama mean?
Goten’yama was one of Edo’s most famous spots for cherry blossom viewing… until it wasn’t. Continue reading What does Gotenyama mean?
Irugi Shrine
This area has been inhabited since the late Paleolithic Period. Continue reading Irugi Shrine
What does Åsaki mean?
Osaki is located on the Yamanote Line between Gotanda and Shinagawa… and that’s pretty much all I can say about the area. Continue reading What does Åsaki mean?
What does KÅnan mean?
In the Edo Period, this area was ocean. Today it’s skyscrapers! Continue reading What does KÅnan mean?
What does YÅ«rei-zaka mean?
Halloween is right around the corner, so I thought we’d look at a haunted hill in Mita – YÅ«rei-zaka! (Ghost Hill) Continue reading What does YÅ«rei-zaka mean?
Execution Grounds of Edo
æ±æžä¹äžå€§æ»åæEdo no Sandai Shikeijo (the 3 Great Execution Grounds of Edo) Ritual cleanliness and ritual defilement were big issues in Pre-Modern Japan. Some of these issues are clearly still alive and well, though luckily these days things tend to be … Continue reading Execution Grounds of Edo
What does Oshiage mean?
Ever felt like drowning yourself in the ocean to appease a magic sky daddy? Me neither.
Let’s learn about Oshiage – home of Tokyo Skytree! Continue reading What does Oshiage mean?
Explore the Yamanote Line
Trains are the best way to explore TÅkyÅ. The Yamanote Line might be your secret weapon! Continue reading Explore the Yamanote Line
Åedo Line: HongÅ San-chÅme
Continuing with our 7th installment of exploring Edo-TÅkyÅ via the Åedo Line. Continue reading Åedo Line: HongÅ San-chÅme
