MUST visit in Tokyo: YANAKA | Tokyo’s Timeless Shitamachi District | Tokyo Vlog 2023

In this Tokyo Vlog, we’ll take you on a journey through Yanaka, Tokyo’s Timeless Shitamachi District. Yanaka is a district in Tokyo famous for its historic Shitamachi district, which is full of traditional Japanese buildings from the Edo period. We’ll take you on a tour of some of Yanaka’s most famous landmarks, and show you why this district is still a vital part of Tokyo today. If you’re interested in exploring Tokyo’s old districts, then this video is for you!

Together we will explore the historic and beautiful Yanaka Cemetery. This cemetery is known for its beautiful graves and beautiful gardens.

We’ll show you some of the best places to eat and drink in Yanaka and share some of our favorite experiences while in Tokyo’s Shitamachi district.

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:26 – Yanaka area: shitamachi overview
01:30 – Yanaka Dandan
02:23 – Visiting a cat cafe in Yanaka
04:59 – Yanaka Ginza
06:15 – Best soba place in Yanaka
07:35 – Best sake bar in Yanaka
08:37 – Kakigori (Flavored Shaved ice)
09:14 – Chokyuin Temple, Yanaka
10:05 – Tennoji Temple, Yanaka
10:52 – Yanaka Cemetery
12:23 – Yanaka: Yay or Nay
12:46 – Outro

If you’re looking for a unique and interesting place to explore in Tokyo, then head on over to Yanaka!