Visiting the classic tourist attractions in the guidebook is all well and good. But if you want to experience the authentic sights and the real life of Tokyo, why not ‘venture off the beaten track’ and come to Koto city, nestled on the coastal littoral of the city!
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What is Koto-City like?
This is an area where old and new collide, a very special place where you can find “the true Tokyo”. If you are fed up with the typical tourist destinations and want a one-of-a-kind experience, Koto city is the place to go! Let’s t… -
Fukagawa Edo Museum
So – how would you like to travel back in time to the samurai era?The Fukagawa Edo Museum is a full-scale reproduction of the Fukagawa area as it was back in the Edo period, 200 years ago. As you experience for yourself what life really … -
Shopping at the Kimono Store
Have you ever laid eyes on a traditional Japanese costume – a real kimono? About a two minute walk from the Fukagawa Edo Museum is just the place for you to lose yourself in admiration for the beautiful Japanese kimono culture.As the Jap… -
Kiyosumi Garden : a hidden jewel in the city
Kiyosumi Garden, just a three minute walk from the nearest station, has been designated a Place Scenic Beauty by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Most tourists have got no idea that there is a quiet and sophisticated traditional … -
Basho Matsuo：the most famous historical figure in Koto City
Matsuo Basho, one of the most important poets in the entire history of Japan, is also well known overseas for his distinctive ideas and felicitous expressions. He is the master of Haiku, which is unique to Japan and is expressed in words…
