Introduction to Shibamata, Katsushika Ward
If you're looking for a compact area in Tokyo where you can experience the traditional downtown area, I definitely recommend Shibamata in Katsushika Ward. It's very convenient, about 30 minutes from Ueno Station.
Shibamata, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo, is a historic area that flourished as a temple town for the Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple. It is especially famous nationwide as the setting for the popular film series "Otoko wa Tsurai yo," and is loved by many people as "Tora-san's hometown."
Shibamata was the first area in Tokyo to be designated as a nationally important cultural landscape. Its unique urban structure, which developed as a temple town centered around Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple, and its atmospheric scenery based on traditional livelihoods are still carefully preserved today.
tourist attractions
Shibamata Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple is known as the "Temple of Sculptures," and its intricate sculptures and beautiful garden, Suikeien, are must-sees. It was also featured frequently in the movie "Otoko wa Tsurai yo."
The approach to Taishakuten Temple runs from Shibamata Station to Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple, and is lined with old-fashioned souvenir shops and restaurants, giving it a traditional downtown atmosphere.
In front of Shibamata Station, there is a statue of Tora-san, the main character from the movie "Otoko wa Tsurai yo," and his sister Sakura, which is a popular spot for taking commemorative photos.
Yamamototei: A charming mansion built between the Taisho and early Showa periods, where a Japanese garden and Western-style architecture are in harmony. You can enjoy tea while looking out at the garden.
Shibamata Haikara Yokocho: A shopping street that recreates the atmosphere of the early Showa period, where you can enjoy cheap snacks and retro goods.
Yagiri Ferry: A ferry boat that still exists on the Edogawa River, where you can enjoy the atmospheric scenery.
Shibamata Gourmet
Kusadango: Along the approach to Taishakuten, there are many long-established kusadango shops. They are characterized by their generous amount of sweet bean paste, and are a perfect souvenir.
Eel dishes: There is a long-established eel restaurant that has been in business since the Edo period, and you can also enjoy river fish dishes.
Senbei rice crackers: Hand-baked rice crackers are also popular, and their fragrant aroma will whet your appetite.
Tsukudani and pickles: Enjoy tsukudani and pickles with your rice and you won't be able to stop eating rice!
※The shops in the shopping district close around 4pm, so if you want to enjoy it, make sure to go before then.
How to get to Shibamata from Ueno Station.
Take the Keisei Ueno Line or Keisei Oshiage Line to Keisei Takasago Station. Transfer to the Keisei Kanamachi Line at Keisei Takasago Station and get off at Shibamata Station, one stop away.
葛飾区柴又の魅力
東京で下町を感じられてコンパクトに楽しめるエリアなら、断然葛飾区柴又をお勧めいたします。上野駅から３０分程度で来れるのでとても便利です。
東京都葛飾区柴又は、帝釈天題経寺（しばまたたいしゃくてん だいきょうじ）の門前町として栄えてきた歴史ある地域です。特に、国民的映画シリーズ『男はつらいよ』の舞台としても全国的に有名で、「寅さんの故郷」として多くの人々に親しまれています。
柴又は、東京都で初めて国の重要文化的景観に選定されました。帝釈天題経寺を中心に、門前町として発展してきた独自の都市構造や、昔ながらの生業を基盤とした情緒ある景観が今も大切に受け継がれています。
柴又の見どころ
柴又帝釈天題経寺は、 「彫刻の寺」として知られ、精緻な彫刻や美しい庭園「邃渓園（すいけいえん）」は見どころです。映画『男はつらいよ』でもたびたび登場しました。
帝釈天参道は、柴又駅から帝釈天題経寺まで続く参道には、昔ながらの土産物店や飲食店が軒を連ね、下町情緒あふれる雰囲気を楽しめます。
柴又駅前には、映画『男はつらいよ』の主人公である寅さんと、妹のさくらさんの像があり、記念撮影スポットとして人気です。
葛飾柴又寅さん記念館は、映画『男はつらいよ』の世界観を体験できる記念館です。寅さんの実家「くるまや」のセットや映画の資料などが展示されています。
山本亭（やまもとてい）: 大正から昭和初期に建てられた、日本庭園と洋風建築が調和した趣のある邸宅です。庭園を眺めながらお茶を楽しむこともできます。
柴又ハイカラ横丁: 昭和初期の雰囲気を再現した商店街で、駄菓子やレトロな雑貨などを楽しめます。
矢切の渡し: 江戸川に現存する渡し舟で、情緒豊かな景色を堪能できます。
柴又のグルメ
草だんご: 帝釈天参道には、数多くの老舗の草だんご店が並んでいます。たっぷりのあんこが特徴で、お土産にも最適です。
鰻料理: 江戸時代から続く老舗の鰻屋さんがあり、川魚料理も楽しめます。
せんべい: 手焼きのせんべいも人気で、香ばしい香りが食欲をそそります。
佃煮・つけもの：ごはんのお供に佃煮と漬物、ごはんが止まりません！ぜひお土産に！
※商店街のお店は１６時頃には閉店します。楽しみたい方はその前までに行きましょう。
柴又への行き方
京成上野本線または京成押上線で京成高砂駅まで移動。京成高砂駅で京成金町線に乗り換えて、一駅、柴又駅で降車します。
