Area Yanaka Take a breather from the bustling crowds in Shibuya and Shinjuku to hop on the JR Line for Nippori Station. A short walk away is Yanaka (谷中), an area largely untouched by the modernization..
Shopping A Stroll through Yanaka Anonymous Feel a glimpse of the old Tokyo in Yanaka, a historical part of Tokyo that dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867).
Shopping Yanaka in Moving Images Niek Ceylan A short compilation showcasing the beauty of Tokyo's old-town Yanaka district
10 Culture Chokyu-In Temple in Yanaka Peter Sidell In Tokyo's historical Yanaka district, Chokyu-In is an ancient Buddhist temple with a peaceful atmosphere, home to a lot of interesting statues.
12 Culture Statues and carvings of Yanaka Peter Sidell In the Yanaka district of Tokyo, the numerous temples and shrines are home to a wide range of statues and carvings.
Activities The Cats of Yanaka Hannah Morse Strays comfort and provide some light for visitors of the Yanaka Cemetery Park.
15 Culture Daigyo-ji Temple in Yanaka Peter Sidell In Tokyo's peaceful Yanaka district, Daigyo-ji is a cosy, attractive Buddhist temple, a nice place to rest and take in the soothing atmosphere.
12 Culture Zuirin-ji Temple in Yanaka Peter Sidell In Tokyo's historic Yanaka district, Zuirin-ji is a peaceful Buddhist temple, worth seeking out for its beautiful wooden carvings.