![]() This is a town of artists overflowing with charm, and possesses cultural resources such as the Kumagai Morikazu Art Museum. The Tokiwaso Manga Museum has opened in July 2020. Shiinamachi to Minami-nagasaki area: An area where many artists gathered in what is known as “Ikebukuro Montparnasse” at the beginning of the Showa period, and many manga artists such as the famous Tezuka Osamu lived in the Tokiwa-so Mansion during Japan’s modern period of rapid economic growth. ![]() Mejiro area: The Gakushuin University has a very beautiful greenery and Sakura blossoms along the Kanda River in springtime.A spectacular ceremony called “Oeshiki”, a lantern procession, can be seen in October. Zoshigaya area: A stroll to visit the Zoshigaya Shichifukujin (seven deities) and so on is recommended, as there are many temples such as the Kishimojin-do (temple). The earliest origins of the dance style are found in the Japanese Buddhist priestly dances of Nembutsu-odori and hiji-odori of the Kamakura period (11851333), and also in kumi-odori, a lively harvest dance that was known to last for several days.You can also learn about the history of the city at the Toshima Historical Museum. The Rikkyo University and Jiyu Gakuen Myonichikan and so on are nearby where buildings of historical origin and grandeur are located. Nishi-ikebukuro area: The Fukuro festival and musical events and so on are held mainly at Ikebukuro Nishiguchi Park.Various types of performances are held at Hareza Ikebukuro’s theaters. Higashi-ikebukuro area: One can experience the most trendy sub cultures at the Otome Road filled with many anime and role-playing costume shops, and the Sunshine 60 building.The Otsuka Awa dance takes place in the latter part of August. Otsuka area: Every May and October, more than 1,200 roses planted by locals bloom beautifully along the Toei Streetcar (Toden) railway tracks between Otsuka Station and Mukohara Station.Temple festivals are held on dates ending with the number 4 and many people join in the celebration. Sugamo area: Many temples are located here, such as the Koganji temple famous for Ojizosama (guardian deity for children).Visitors can also learn about history at the Somei-Yoshino Cherry Blossom Archives. These cherry trees are in full blossom during springtime at the Somei cemetery, which is the resting place of many cultural figures. Komagome area: This is where the Somei-Yoshino cherry tree originated, producing blossoms whose appearance is closely associated with Japan.Some sightseeing places of each region are introduced. Photo by Magu Sumita Sightseeing places of each region
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