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1.Video for Area Guide in Ningyocho
2.Where is Ningyocho, in Tokyo?
Do you know Nihonbashi Ningyocho? It’s a place where old Japanese traditions meet new culture. Conveniently located next to Nihonbashi, it is served by the Asakusa and Hibiya subway lines. In recent years, it has seen an increase in tourist hotels and family-friendly residences. However, it has a deep historical significance.
With the establishment of Edo (Tokyo), the construction of Edo residences began, leading to urban development and a rapid increase in the population. As a result, a thriving commercial area centered around present-day Nihonbashi flourished under the orders of Tokugawa Ieyasu. As people settled, entertainment prospered.
In Ningyocho, with the emergence of Edo Kabuki, puppet theater became more affordable and accessible to the general public, further enriching the culture. Many artisans involved in making, repairing, and selling dolls, as well as puppeteers, lived in this area. This is the origin of the name “Ningyocho,” which means “Doll Town.”
3.Where to eat and drink at Ningyocho?
BonTin Cafe
Nihonbashi’s Ningyocho to Bakurocho area has thrived as a textile wholesale district since the Edo period. In this place, where you can still feel the traditional culture of Japan, “Tokyo Yukata”, a long-established wholesaler of fabric such as yukata and kimono, has opened an authentic cafe, called BonTin Cafe, where you can enjoy great coffee together with Japanese traditional crafts.
4.What to do in Ningyocho?
Surou
Embracing the concept of “a touch of luxury in life ” this shop offers a collection of high quality interior goods and unique items sourced from different parts of Japan.
Ocharaka
If you are seeking great Japanese tea, Ocharaka is the place for you. Here, there is a wide range of 60 different flavors to meet your preferences.
