What does Ginza mean?
Today Ginza is the center of fashion and luxury brands in Japan, but its origin is quite humble and its fame grew over the centuries. Continue reading What does Ginza mean?
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What does Shiogama mean?
In the spring, I happened upon a shrine that was almost in ruins. I finally got around to researching and it found it the shrine has a fascinating history! Continue reading What does Shiogama mean?
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
What does Yotsuya mean?
Most people seem to think the name Yotsuya is old. Old as in it pre-dates the Edo Period. But one thing that is consistent in most of the etymologies is the first kanji, å yottsu four. Much of the mystery of this place name seems to come from the final character. That said, the ânumber 4â character is also suspect. So letâs be skeptical, shall we? Continue reading What does Yotsuya mean?
