Transit station • 2-chōme-16-34 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074, Japan
Let's explore the charming atmosphere of the traditional downtown of Tokyo and the bustling city from around the Ikenohata Station. Starting from Ikenohata Station, a transfer station for the Keikyu Line and the Toei Asakusa Line, take a leisurely walk around the representative spots of Tokyo.
Just a 5-minute walk from Ikenohata Station, you will find Ikenohata located in Takanawa. This is the place where the Akō rōnin committed hara-kiri, and their graves are also enshrined here. The atmosphere of the moss-covered precincts continues to convey the emotion of the Edo period to the present day. If you visit the temple related to the 47 Ronin, you can immerse yourself in the story colored by the times.
When you pass through the alleys from Ikenohata, you will find the nostalgic Yamanote Road, where the atmosphere of the downtown area remains. Traditional shops line the street, allowing you to leisurely enjoy the town's ambience. It's also a pleasure to chat with the shop owners. When you've walked a bit, why not take a break at a long-established Japanese confectionery shop for a snack?
If you extend your walk a little further from the downtown stroll, Tokyo Tower will come into view. You will naturally be drawn to the symbol of Tokyo. As you continue walking, the splendid urban landscape of Shinagawa with its high-rise buildings will spread out before you. You can experience the present-day Tokyo enveloped in the hustle and bustle of the city.
From Shinagawa Station, you can board the Yamanote Line. It's a luxurious time to efficiently visit tourist spots while enjoying the Tokyo scenery outside the window. From the high-rise buildings in the city center to the leisurely residential areas, you can enjoy a variety of landscapes. How about waiting for the nightfall at Tokyo's night view spot at the end of the journey?
The Tokyo stroll starting from Ikenohata Station allows you to feel the essence of the times firsthand. How about enjoying the charm of Tokyo with all five senses while taking a leisurely walk?