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?
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The Kanda River
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
The Rivers of Edo-Tokyo
More rivers than you can shake a stick at!
You know, if you’re into that sort of thing… Continue reading The Rivers of Edo-Tokyo
What does Suidōbashi mean?
Suidobashi mean “aqueduct bridge” because in the Edo Period there was a water pump here that allowed two rivers to cross without merging. Continue reading What does Suidōbashi mean?
Why is Ochanomizu called Ochanomizu?
Today is a quickie. Ochanomizu – Tea Water. But whose tea water was it? And where did it come from? (Plus some cool before and after pix!!!) Continue reading Why is Ochanomizu called Ochanomizu?
