Yamanote Line Extravaganza (intro)
My long overdue exploration of TÅkyÅ via the Yamanote Line begins here. I hope you’ll stick around for the whole series! Continue reading Yamanote Line Extravaganza (intro)
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Åedo Line: Azabu JÅ«ban
Continuing with our 20th installment of exploring Edo-TÅkyÅ via the Åedo Line. Continue reading Åedo Line: Azabu JÅ«ban
What does Keyakizaka mean?
Easiest place name ever. Continue reading What does Keyakizaka mean?
What does Aoyama mean?
Today’s place name sounds like it comes from a beautiful green mountain, but actually it’s the name of a prominent samurai family from the Sengoku Period. Why is is Aoyama called Aoyama? Continue reading What does Aoyama mean?
