A Nostalgic Downtown Tokyo
The old town of Yanesen is a charming district in the north-eastern side of Tokyo. There are plenty of hidden gems within the bustling city of Tokyo that are only minutes away from the major tourist hubs and are quietly enjoyed by locals and locals only.
It gets its name, Ya-Ne-Sen, from the three neighborhoods that make up the area: Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi. Known for its traditional buildings and temples that have stood the test of time, Yanesen Tokyo is popular with visitors who want to experience what it was like to walk the streets of Tokyo in the Edo-period. Fascinating museums, adorable shops, solemn shrines, and the local atmosphere all make Yanesen Tokyo a must-see for your visit to Japan.
The charming, peaceful district of Yanesen is a world away from the sensory overload of the city’s more boisterous areas. Wander in any direction and you'll be rewarded with quiet corners, ancient temples and age-old shops where life continues at a more gentle pace.
It gets its name, Ya-Ne-Sen, from the three neighborhoods that make up the area: Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi. Known for its traditional buildings and temples that have stood the test of time, Yanesen Tokyo is popular with visitors who want to experience what it was like to walk the streets of Tokyo in the Edo-period. Fascinating museums, adorable shops, solemn shrines, and the local atmosphere all make Yanesen Tokyo a must-see for your visit to Japan.
The charming, peaceful district of Yanesen is a world away from the sensory overload of the city’s more boisterous areas. Wander in any direction and you'll be rewarded with quiet corners, ancient temples and age-old shops where life continues at a more gentle pace.
