Shibamata, Katsushika

Shibamata & Taishakuten

In Katsushika, the same ward as our three homes, Shibamata is the setting of the film series “Otoko wa Tsurai yo”. The approach to Taishakuten Temple is lined with old shops selling kusa-dango and rice crackers — a glimpse of traditional downtown Tokyo.

Travel time from our homes (approx.)

Stay Dream Soccer approx. 20 min
Stay Dream Flower Tea approx. 20 min
Stay Dream GreatView approx. 20 min

Times are approximate one-way journeys including walking, and vary with time of day and connections.

Highlights

Shibamata Taishakuten (Daikyo-ji)

A temple dating back to the Edo period, famous for the intricate wood carvings around its main hall.

Taishakuten-sando street

About 200 m of shops from the station to the temple. Try the famous kusa-dango as you stroll.

Tora-san Museum & Yagiri ferry

A museum recreating the film’s world, and the Yagiri ferry — a small hand-rowed boat across the Edogawa River.

Getting there

Shibamata Station on the Keisei Kanamachi Line, changing at Keisei-Takasago. One of the closest sights to our homes.

Please check opening days for the museum and the ferry in advance.

Homes close to this spot

Stay Dream Soccer — approx. 20 min

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