Things to Do

Katsushika Close to the station

Shibamata Taishakuten Daikyo-ji Temple

A Temple Famous as the Setting of Popular Japanese Movie “The Otoko wa tsurai yo (It’s Tough Being a Man),” with Various Sights to See, Including Beautiful Sculptures and Gardens

Katsushika / Shrines & Temples

• 30 Sep 2020

  Strolling the Old World of Tokyo: An One-Day Walking Tour through Shibamata.

  From city skyscrapers to the latest travel hubs, there are plenty of hot spots to visit in Tokyo. But for a real taste of history and classic Tokyo vibes, you won’t want to miss the chance to walk through the old-world “shitamachi” streets.

Kameari Park

A Park Famous as the Setting in the Manga “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-mae Hashutujo”

Katsushika / Parks & Gardens

• 29 Oct 2016

  Check out the 15 bronze statues of “Kochikame” characters in Kameari, where the manga was set!

  The slapstick comedy revolves around the misadventures of local police officer, Ryoutsu Kankichi. The anime based on the manga is extremely popular in other countries as well. There are 15 bronze statues of Kochikame characters spread out around the area surrounding Kameari Station, including the first colour statue that was just created this year(2016). Keep reading to find out more about the Kochikame Statue Tour and our recommended route!

• 29 Sep 2015

  You can experience the real “Sake wonderland in Tokyo”! Have a great drunken time at Tateishi!

  If you have visited Tokyo few times in the past, this time you may want to try restaurants that are popular among local people rather than those for tourists located in a tourist spot. It is not fun if this article introduces just usual local stores. So, this series focuses on Katsushika-ku, which appears to be difficult to approach for first-timers, but it has a lot of restaurants, which satisfy you at a high level with deliciousness and price performance.

Kameari Katori Shrine

A Historic Shrine Built in 1276, Famous for its Appearance in the Manga “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-mae Hashutujo”

Katsushika / Shrines & Temples

Mizumoto Park

A Park Featuring Beautiful Waterside Scenery.

Katsushika / Parks & Gardens

Shibamata Haikara Yokocho
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Toy Museum

Soak in the fun of being a kid again in a dreamworld of retro toys and sweets

Katsushika / Museums

The Shibamata Tourist Information Center

As its tourism signpost, this is the first place to visit in upon arrival in Shibamata

Katsushika / Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers