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What does Koganei mean?

June 12, 2017October 13, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Today, let’s get out of central Tōkyō and explore a popular Edo Period hanami day trip spot. Continue reading What does Koganei mean?

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What does Chōfu mean? (Part One)

March 30, 2015October 13, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Chōfu is a suburb west of the 23 Wards that is home to many historical treasures. It’s best known as the hometown of Kondō Isami, leader of the Shinsengumi. Continue reading What does Chōfu mean? (Part One)

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The Tama River

August 6, 2014October 22, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

The Tama RIver is another river associated with the Edo Period, but in reality, it's history goes back much further…
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What does Kichijoji mean?

July 1, 2013October 17, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Kichijōji, one of the coolest towns in Tokyo looks like a temple name. But if you go to Kichijōji, you won’t find any temples by that name. Today, we’ll find out why there is not temple in Kichijōji called Kichijō-ji. Are you ready to rock? Continue reading What does Kichijoji mean?

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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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