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Edogawa and Koto
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Edogawa and Koto are known as the typical Shitamachi, traditional towns in Tokyo. Towns such as Kameido, Fukagawa and Monzen-nakacho draw visitors who enjoy nostalgic atmosphere. Tora-san, the main character of a famous film “Otoko wa tsurai yo” is from Katsushika in this area. Water-bus and fireworks festival are popular attractions during summer. Moreover, you can visit various sightseeing spots including historical shrine, parks, and museums. It takes about 30 minutes to get here from central Tokyo. Definitely worth it!
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- Appreciation of contemporary art
- Time slip to the world of the Tora-san movie
- Historic shrine related with sumo
- Taishakuten, the sculpture telling a story
- Largest sea side park in central Tokyo