What other travelers are saying about Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
Spent our time here at Yanaka shopping street. Walking the streets to watch the beautiful people, the sights with many stalls and shop, the sound of sorting for businesses and smell of steamed sweet potatoes, buns and cooked food.
The place was crowded with tourists and locals. The cat were a symbol here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street is a traditional shopping street located in the Yanaka district of Tokyo, known for its nostalgic atmosphere and diverse range of small, family-run shops.
Visitors can purchase a variety of goods including traditional Japanese snacks, handmade crafts, clothing, and souvenirs. The street is also famous for its local delicacies such as freshly made croquettes and taiyaki.
Yanaka Ginza is easily accessible by public transportation. The nearest train station is Nippori Station on the JR Yamanote Line, which is about a 5-minute walk from the shopping street.
The best time to visit Yanaka Ginza is in the late afternoon when most shops are open and the street has a lively atmosphere. However, visitors should note that many shops close by early evening.
Yanaka Ginza is popular among tourists for its old-world charm and authentic Japanese shopping experience. It offers a glimpse into daily life in Tokyo's past with its narrow alleys and traditional wooden buildings.
When I strolling around, place was not crowded.. I thoughts that I may got wrong direction, but after saw the sign I am sure I am on correct direction.
A lot cute merchandise and food stall here. Not much I can do around only taking picture or if you wish try some food stall or bought some cute merchandise. Taking picture is a must to complete your “old japanese downtown vibes”
It used to be rundown and “shutter alley” with most of the shops closing and barely surviving. But somehow, tourists started discovering “old school cool” and it’s had a recent revival. Many cool cafes and shops lined the Main Street, but even better cooler places on the side streets.
Bonus points: spot all the alley “cats” on the roofs of the shops.
A famous shopping street that is known for its showa era vibe giving us a glimpse of the old Tokyo. The stairs leading to the shopping street is also a famous spot for watching the sunset which is called Yuyake Dandan. The street is lined with food stalls, cafes and souvenir shops. You will also see few cat themed decors. A great place to drop by when in the area.
This was a beautiful little area. We had fun shopping and walking here. People were friendly. Some of the restaurants had signs posted saying “must speak Japanese or there is a fee”… weird but ok we just went somewhere else. I get it.
