Yanesen: The Old Town Atmosphere Remaining in Tokyo

A Town Preserving Showa Old Town

"Yanesen" is the collective name for Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi, one of Tokyo's few areas that preserve the Showa-era old town atmosphere. Narrow alleyways, old shops, and shrines intertwined create a townscape that makes you forget the city noise.

Yanaka Cemetery and Cherry Blossoms

Yanaka Cemetery is a historic cemetery continuing from the Edo period, with many famous people's graves. Cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring, popular as a hanami spot.

Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street

"Yanaka Ginza" is a shopping street with Showa retro atmosphere, lined with local shops selling croquettes, dorayaki sweets, and handmade crafts. Food-strolling while exploring is the standard style for visiting Yanesen.