Cats are the unofficial mascot of Yanaka, one of the quirkiest (and undiscovered) Old Tokyo neighborhoods. It’s filled with traditional shops, shrines and temples, and is a must-visit in April, when the Nezu Shrine’s can’t-believe-your-eyes azaleas are in bloom. The shrine also puts on a lively celebration of New Year’s in January, and celebrates theContinueContinue reading “Yanaka Area”
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Curated Walking Tour: Yanaka, the best traditional neighborhood in Tokyo
Yanaka is one of the quirkiest (and undiscovered) Old Tokyo neighborhoods in town. Here, new generations of artisans from families that have plied their trades for centuries are finding fun and inventive ways to make everything old new again. Sometimes, with cats. Let’s go for a walk and I’ll show you all my favorite spots!ContinueContinue reading “Curated Walking Tour: Yanaka, the best traditional neighborhood in Tokyo”
Jonelle Patrick writes about Japan 