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Hidden Tokyo Treasures: Discover Ningyocho’s Timeless Charm

“Ningyocho,” located in the heart of Edo at Nihonbashi, is a charming downtown area of Tokyo with a rich history and tradition.This neighborhood with a flair of old downtown Edo is home of Amazake Yokocho street, and is popular among people young and old.

How to get there

From Shinjuku Station: Take the JR Sobu Line and change trains at Akihabara. Take the Tokyo Metro for Nakameguro Travel time: About 30 minutes.
From Tokyo Station:  15 minutes on foot
If you want to fully immerse yourself in the charm of Ningyocho, a guided tour with English explanations is the way to go. Click here for more details!

Amazake Yokocho
The approximately 300-meter street in Ningyocho, believed to have originated from the alley with sweet sake shops referred to as ‘Amazake Yokocho.’　Along the street you’ll find a variety of vendors selling traditional snacks, classic Japanese and contemporary restaurants, and a select range of retail outlets.
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“Ohkannonji”

“Ohkannonji” is a temple renowned for its doll memorial services.The iron-cast Seikanzeon Bosatsu　located here is designated as a Tokyo Metropolitan Tangible Cultural Property.

Japanese food (Snack) in Ningyocho

Ningyocho, where buildings from the Edo period and traditional Japanese confectionery shops with centuries-old history still stand, is a nostalgic district showcasing the essence of ‘wa’ (Japanese culture). It’s a perfect spot for a gourmet stroll immersed in ‘wa’ flavors.

 ・Ningyoyaki

“Ningyo-yaki” involves wrapping sweet red bean paste in dough, grilling it in the shape of a doll.

・Kawara senbei

“Kawara senbei” is a traditional Japanese rice cracker, shaped like a square tile and often found in places like Kyoto. It has a thin, crispy texture and is a popular souven

 ・Inarizushi

“Inarizushi” is a type of sushi with rice wrapped in sweetened fried tofu pouches, often topped with ingredients like fried egg and pickled ginger.

Snack bar

“You can find Japanese pub where you can enjoy a casual atmosphere along with a variety of dishes and drinks, making it a popular spot for socializing.”

＼How about embarking on a local adventure in Ningyocho Tokyo?／

Detail is HERE.

Experience a Japanese Snack-bar with a fun guide tour

After you enjoy the place, you can go to Snack Bars, beloved by many but you can’t enter without a guide. You can enjoy communication with the owner and other customers, as well as singing karaoke, allowing for a relaxing time.

Most snack bars have a policy of refusing entry to foreigners. However, with a tour, you’ll have a guide, so you can enter with peace of mind.

When visiting Japan, don’t just check off the tourist spots –
dive into local experiences for an unforgettable journey!

Once you experience it, you’ll be captivated too! The charm of snack bars.

New encounters with people! The camaraderie of singing at a snack bar! Conversations with the mama-san!

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