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![The 1st-floor “Ryo-san’s Kameari Base” is packed with playful KochiKame-style touches.]()
Kita-Senju, Katsushika
Museums
KochiKame Memorial Museum
A full five-sensory world of popular manga.
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Immerse Yourself in the World of the Manga KochiKame: A One-Day Kameari Model Course Following Kankichi Ryotsu’s Footsteps
Kameari, located in Katsushika-ku, Tokyo, is known as the setting of the popular Japanese manga “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-mae Hashutsujo” (commonly known as “KochiKame”).The atmosphere of a classic shitamachi (traditional downtown neighborhood) remains strong here, and many KochiKame-related spots are scattered throughout the area. In the shopping streets that fan out in front of the station, long-running, old-fashioned shops are still open today, letting you catch glimpses of local everyday life. This article introduces a one-day model course that starts at JR Kameari Station and lets you explore the town while feeling the world of KochiKame. It is recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for anyone who wants an easygoing stroll through a downtown area while enjoying the nostalgia of old Japan. Once you get to know Kameari-where the manga and real life overlap-your time here becomes more enjoyable, from sightseeing to simply walking the streets.
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Experience the World of KochiKame in Real Life: The Complete Guide to Kochikame Museum
“Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-Mae Hashutsujo” (commonly known as “KochiKame”) is a nationally beloved work that can be called a cornerstone of Japanese manga. Blending social customs and timely topics with skill, this warm-hearted downtown comedy centered on the protagonist Ryotsu Kankichi, commonly known as “Ryo-san,” has been loved by readers across generations. In March 2025, Kochikame Museum opened in Kameari, Katsushika City, Tokyo, as a new place where you can experience the world of KochiKame firsthand. In the story, Ryo-san built the museum above the police box where he works, and visitors tour all five floors with him-from the 5th floor down to the 1st-enjoying the series along the way. In this article, we introduce the basics of Kochikame Museum along with a guide to the interior and key highlights. This guide is designed to be enjoyable even for first-time visitors, so read on to the end.
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![A showdown between two of the program's special features, the "Big Niagara" and the "Wide Star Mine"]()
Ashikaga
Summer festivals & Events
Ashikaga Fireworks Display
3.95 1One of the best fireworks displays in Kanto region, with 20,000 fireworks shot up in the night sky.
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Complete Guide to Japanese Fireworks Festivals
A summer visit to Japan isn’t complete without the addition of a fireworks festival. In this guide we’ll cover not only the Top Three Firework Festivals in Japan, but a few other popular fireworks held across the country, as well. There are also some pro tips and important reminders to help you enjoy these events to the fullest, so be sure to read to the end!
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Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!
The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!
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