Avoid the Crowds and Enjoy the Retro Atmosphere! Shibamata's Must Visit Spots

Shibamata in Katsushika Ward is a town where you can feel the atmosphere of old Japan, and you can enjoy Japanese culture and history in a retro atmosphere. It is a hidden gem with good access to the airport and is not as crowded as the Tokyo metropolitan area. In this article, we will introduce recommended spots that are easily accessible from "WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL".
- Table of Contents
- About "WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL"?
- 1. Taishakuten Approach
- 2. Shibamata Taishakuten Temple
- 3. Yagiri Ferry
- 4. Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Memorial Museum
- 5. Tokyo Skytree
- How to get to "WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL"
About "WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL"?
"WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL" is a rental accommodation facility located in Shibamata, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo, where you can feel the atmosphere of the old downtown area.
The hotel features a simple two-tone black and white exterior with louvered exterior that exudes a modern Japanese feel. The spacious rooms and various amenities are also available, making it a great choice for long-term stays.
1. Taishakuten Approach

Taishakuten Sando is a traditional shopping street where you can feel the history and culture of Shibamata. It is lined with old-fashioned souvenir shops and restaurants, so you can enjoy eating your way through the streets. Walking along the road, you can experience the atmosphere of the Showa era and warm human kindness.
2. Shibamata Taishakuten Temple

Shibamata Taishakuten is a historic temple with beautiful sculptures and a vast garden. It is also known as the setting for the movie "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" and attracts many tourists from Japan and overseas. The solemn atmosphere of the temple grounds and the seasonal scenery are attractive.
3. Yagiri Ferry

Yagiri-no-Watashi is a historic ferry that crosses the Edogawa River, where you can enjoy the picturesque scenery of the waterway. It is the only traditional experience left in Tokyo that has continued since the Showa era, and can be enjoyed for 200 yen one way. Let yourself be soothed by the calm river surface and lush nature!
4. Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Memorial Museum

Shibamata, Katsushika Ward, is the setting for the national film "Otoko wa Tsurai yo," a representative film of the Showa period in Japan. This is a facility where you can enjoy the world of "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" through models and dioramas.
5. Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree is a landmark that represents Tokyo. You can access it without changing trains by taking the Keisei Main Line from Shin-Shibamata Station.
How to get to "WAMARE Shibamata HOTEL"
1. From the Keisei Kanamachi Line and Hokuso Line
It is about a 3-minute walk from Shibamata Station on the Keisei Kanamachi Line and about an 8-minute walk from Shin-Shibamata Station.
2. From Tokyo Station
From Tokyo Station, take the JR Yamanote Line to Nippori Station, then transfer to the Keisei Main Line to Keisei Takasago Station. At Keisei Takasago Station, transfer to the Keisei Kanamachi Line and ride to Shibamata Station.
Minamiaoyama Real Estate is a real estate company located in Minato-ku, Tokyo. In addition to our core real estate business, we offer a wide range of services including food and beverage, accommodation, and modern Japanese architecture. With the motto of "Bringing Japan's proud culture and technology to the world," we offer entertainment that can be enjoyed with all five senses, such as accommodation experiences designed in modern Japanese architecture, dining experiences in a cafe modeled after a Western-style building from around 1900, when Western culture is said to have entered Japan, and a Japanese antenna shop that offers sake and traditional crafts.
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