ð¿ð Ningyocho Amazake Yokocho, Tokyo ðž
Ningyocho, derived from "dolls," was once a gathering place for craftsmen and is home to many century-old shops, exuding a rich atmosphere of daily life. ð¿ð ðº This area was also known for its puppet theaters during the Edo period, hence the name. ð¿ð ðº It was a base for Edo Kabuki and, with the thriving worship at Suijaku-gu, it was a very lively area back in the day. ð ðº "Edo" is the old name for Tokyo, particularly referring to Tokyo during the Edo period.ð¿ð ðº It is said that Edo's population exceeded one million in the early 18th century, making it one of the largest cities in the world at the time.ð¿ð ðº Even at the end of the Edo period, it had half a million people, still a metropolis on a global scale.ð¿ð ðº After World War II and the Great Tokyo Air Raid, there are not many areas that still retain the ambiance of the Edo period. ð¿ð Among them, "Nihonbashi & Ningyocho" is one of the few places in Tokyo where you can experience the downtown vibe of Edo! ð® ðº Roasted Tea Specialty Store: Morinoen ðº Senbei Specialty Store: Kusakaya ðº Taiyaki Specialty Shop: Yanagiya ðº Century-Old Tofu Shop: Futaba ðº This is a historic street with a strong Edo character, definitely worth a visit! 𥰠#Travelogue #MyOffTheBeatenPathTravelTips
