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Immerse Yourself in the Romance of Shitamachi at Katsushika Shibamata, selected as Japan’s Important Cultural Landscape.
Katsushika Shibamata has been chosen by the country itself as one of Japan’s iconic scenic spots. It’s also no exaggeration to say that Shibamata Taishakuten and its approach are iconic parts of Tokyo’s shitamachi (old town) areas that possess striking atmosphere and appearance. It’s also famous as the hometown of Tora, the protagonist of the film “The Otoko wa tsurai yo (It’s Tough Being a Man),” directed by Japanese film master YAMADA Yoji. There is so much to see in the area, such as the “Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum” and “Yamada Yoji Museum” that bring you into the world of the film, as well as the elegant “Yamamoto-tei,” which was renovated between late Taisho era and early Showa era, and “Shibamata Taishakuten Daikyo-ji Temple,” an iconic landmark of the area. Every 60 days comes a “Koshin” day, during which Shibamata Taishakuten holds a temple festival, as it has done since back in the Edo period. The carrying of a matoi, or decorated standard, on “Yoi Koshin” (the eve of Koshin) is a must-see event. The large Koshin paper lanterns placed in front of Shibamata Taishakuten’s Niten-mon Gate add an air of elegance to the area.
Taishakuten Sando, with old-fashioned shops lined up along the street
The iconic landmark of this area, “Shibamata Taishakuten Daikyo-ji Temple”
“Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum,” where you can experience the world of the movie “The Otoko wa tsurai yo (It’s Tough Being a Man)” ©Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum ©Shochiku Co.,Ltd.
Feel the essence of old-fashioned Edokko, those born and raised in Edo
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Taishakuten Sando—you can't miss Takagiya, the long-established shop! Their famous Kusadango from Katsushika is just so delicious.
This retro, nostalgic old street isn't far from Skytree and Asakusa. If you have enough time, it's worth adding to your itinerary.
Even though you're in Tokyo, it doesn't feel like the city at all. The old-fashioned Japanese streets have a charming, down-to-earth vibe, and the street food is really unique.
This old street has been around for over a hundred years. The little things they sell are really eye-catching.
I went around dusk and the atmosphere along the approach was really nice. There weren’t many people on the street.
