As soon as you step out of the station, there’s a bronze statue of Tora-san. It really has the feel of an old Japanese movie and a lot of nostalgic charm.
The whole atmosphere feels like stepping back into the Showa era. It’s completely different from busy Tokyo and super relaxing!
Shibamata Taishakuten Sando | Review by Chungjian Huang
Other Reviews by Chungjian Huang
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SATUDORA Tanukikoji 5-chome Store
SATUDORA Tanukikoji 5-chome Store is located on Tanukikoji 5-chome, part of Sapporo's famous covered shopping arcade in the heart of the city. Surrounded by hotels and popular restaurants serving Hokkaido specialties such as ramen and soup curry, it's a convenient stop for international travelers. The lively Susukino district is also just around the corner, making it easy to drop by before or after a meal.
The storefront looks impressive, and it's also pretty nice to browse inside. However, there are really so many drugstores in Tanukikoji, so I recommend not buying something as soon as you see it. After comparing prices myself, I felt that this store was a little more expensive. The only thing that left a very good impression on me was that there was a restroom available.
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Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro
Come one come all to Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro, one of Tokyo’s largest mega retailers made easily accessible thanks to direct access to the west exit of Ikebukuro Station.
Tobu Department Store's selection of outdoor gear was more extensive than I expected. It's convenient for finding equipment for mountaineering, hiking, or everyday travel, with everything from functional everyday clothing to more specialized mountaineering gear. There's also a wide variety of styles and sizes, and you can compare different brands in one place.
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Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai
This new arm of Toyosu Market opened in February 202, buzzing with two areas to explore: a hub of food and tasty bites at Toyosu Jogai Edomae Ichiba and the hot springs day spa Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club for all the best of food, shopping and ease at the hot springs.
I highly recommend trying the fresh seafood! Since it’s right next to Toyosu Market, the sashimi and seafood bowls are both super fresh.
The footbath upstairs is also definitely worth checking out. You can soak your feet while enjoying the view of Tokyo Bay. It’s a really nice place to relax after walking around, and the footbath is free to use. -
