Azabujuban Shopping Street

This shopping street runs from Azabu-juban Station toward Roppongi. Its history began in the Edo period, when it flourished as the temple town of Azabusan Zenpukuji Temple. Today, it is home to more than 300 stores. Long-established businesses dating back to the Edo period include the soba restaurant Nagasaka Sarashina Nunoya Tahee Azabu Main Store and the bean confectionery shop Mamegen Azabujuban Main Store. Stylish cafés and restaurants serving cuisines from around the world are also scattered throughout the area. Old Tokyo charm blends with a distinctly international atmosphere.

Patio Juban, a leafy plaza, is home to the Kimi-chan Statue, modeled after the girl believed to have inspired the children's song “Red Shoes.” It was erected because an orphanage once located in Azabu had ties to the girl. Now a beloved symbol of the shopping street, the statue collects donations at its base to support children.

The surrounding area is home to embassies from around the world and upscale residential neighborhoods, while the shopping street retains its warm, old-fashioned community spirit. Visitors can sample local food while strolling or explore historic temples and shrines tucked away in the backstreets. Roppongi Hills and the wider Roppongi area are also within walking distance, making this a popular stop to combine with sightseeing in Tokyo.

Seasonal events are also held, including the Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimage in January and the Azabujuban Summer Night Festival in August.