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Ōedo Line: Toshimaen

July 21, 2015October 19, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Continuing with our 29th installment of exploring Edo-Tōkyō Continue reading Ōedo Line: Toshimaen

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Why is Itabashi called Itabashi?

May 22, 2013May 22, 2013 marky star - JapanThis.com

Itabashi is notorious to Shinsengumi lovers. I’ve been there many times for お墓参り, but the name of the town always made me wonder. Was there a bridge? Was there a plank? Today let’s find out what Itabashi means! Continue reading Why is Itabashi called Itabashi?

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Why is Kita called Kita?

May 21, 2013May 22, 2013 marky star - JapanThis.com

Yesterday we talked about the Toshima clan and the Toshima district that later became the North Toshima District.
Today we’ll find out what happened to that “North” years later in the last administrative reshuffling of Tokyo’s wards. Continue reading Why is Kita called Kita?

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What does Toshima mean?

May 20, 2013October 31, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Ota Dokan again?

Yes. Since I talked about Shakujii and Nerima last week, this week I’ve decided to hit the next most closely related topics; Toshima, Kita, and Itabashi. By Wednesday… and with the help of a simple map, you’ll probably see what’s going on here clearly. Continue reading What does Toshima mean?

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What does Nerima mean?

May 10, 2013October 13, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Today we’ll look at the origin of the mysterious place name “Nerima” in Tokyo. We’ll talk about samurai, clay, and yes, wetlands. Strap yourself in and get ready to feel the G’s, baby! Continue reading What does Nerima mean?

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What does Shakujii mean?

May 9, 2013October 19, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Shakujii Park is a famous park in Tokyo, but do you know it’s dirty little secret? Continue reading What does Shakujii mean?

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