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Ōedo Line: Yoyogi and Shinjuku

July 8, 2015October 19, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Continuing with our 23rd installment of exploring Edo-Tōkyō via the Ōedo Line. Continue reading Ōedo Line: Yoyogi and Shinjuku

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The Kanda River

July 15, 2014October 22, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

The story of the Kanda River is a story as old as Edo itself. It is part and parcel of the evolution of the city. Continue reading The Kanda River

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What does Inokashira mean?

June 28, 2013October 20, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Inokashira Park is Kichijoji’s famous park. But did you know that big lake was the source of drinking water for a million people in Edo? Continue reading What does Inokashira mean?

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What does Mitaka mean?

June 27, 2013October 20, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

I’ve been writing about Tokyo places names for half a year now and I don’t know why I haven’t written about this one. This was the first origin story I ever heard. Now I’ll share it with you. Continue reading What does Mitaka mean?

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