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What does Shiogama mean?

August 5, 2015October 13, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

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?

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Why is Sendai Horigawa called Sendai Horigawa?

May 16, 2013November 7, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Have you ever heard of Sendai Horigawa? Me neither. Wanna know where the name comes from? Well, alright then, all aboard the place name train! Choo-choooooooo! Continue reading Why is Sendai Horigawa called Sendai Horigawa?

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Why is Shiodome called Shiodome?

May 7, 2013November 7, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

What do you get when you mix a monorail with skyscapers, a stunning view of the bay, an old train station and edo period gardens? Shiodome! Let’s find out about the mysterious origins of the place name and dramatic history of the area. Continue reading Why is Shiodome called Shiodome?

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Why is Shinbashi called Shinbashi?

March 26, 2013October 19, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Shinbashi means “new bridge” but is that all there is to the story? Shibashi Station is one of the oldest and most important train stations in Japanese History. Continue reading Why is Shinbashi called Shinbashi?

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