Tokyo is a city where tradition and innovation come together. While it stands at the forefront of cutting-edge culture, it is also home to long-established flavors dating back to the Edo period and the refined craftsmanship of highly skilled artisans, making it a place where the essence of Japan’s traditional culture converges.

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    Bank of Japan

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    Mukojima Hyakkaen

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    Yanaka Cemetery

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    Koishikawa Korakuen

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「Tokyo Metropolis」Shop List

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    Miyamoto Unosuke Shoten

    Founded in the first year of Bunkyū (1861)https://youtu.be/68qlf1hoN4kA long-established maker of drums, mikoshi, and…
    • ShiniseTraditional Japanese Sweets
    • Tokyo MetropolisArakawa Ward

    Habutae Dango

    Founded in Bunsei 2 (1819)https://youtu.be/TosXwSz7ieMThe smooth texture of Habutae Dango has captivated even literar…
    • ShiniseTimeless Essentials for Everyday Life
    • Tokyo MetropolisTaito-ward

    Shinsendo Yanaka Senbei

    Taisho 2 (1913)Winner of the Minister’s Award at the National Confectionery Exposition! A long-established shop where…
    • ShiniseSignature Foods
    • Tokyo MetropolisChiyoda Ward

    Kanda Matsuya Main Branch

    Founded in 1884 (Meiji 17)Handmade Edo-style soba loved by Shōtarō IkenamiThis long-established soba restaurant in Ka…
    • ShiniseSignature Foods
    • Tokyo MetropolisMinato Ward

    Tamuracho Kimuraya Honten

    Founded in Meiji 33 (1900)The famous banana cake loved by many cultural figuresA Western-style confectionery shop fou…
    • ShiniseSignature Foods
    • Tokyo MetropolisChuo Ward

    Yamamotoyama Fuji-e Tea Salon

    Founded in 1690 (Genroku 3)A Japanese tea salon where you can enjoy the finest cup of tea.Based on the wish of the fo…

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