The name given to this area,Yanaka,is believed to predate the Edo period,and reflects its location in the bottom of the valley between Ueno and Hongo heights.
Yanaka Ginza
At first, leaving the Nippori station, you will find Yanaka Ginza street.
There are many shops in Yanaka Ginza , and you can enjoy to buy souvenir and to eat fast food.
Every shops create Japanese atmosphere.
Aslo, we recommend alleys in Yanaka. It is very quiet and comfortable place.
You can feel Japaneseness if you can see alley in this area.