Kagurazaka, Known as the Geisha District, Is More Picturesque at Night
The days continue to be hot. If you take a walking tour of Kagurazaka during the day, you will end up drenched in sweat. Taking a break to enjoy cold matcha at the long-established tea shop "Rakuzan" is wonderful. However, walking in the scorching heat of the day carries the risk of heat stroke and is an activity best avoided. Instead, we recommend engaging in traditional indoor crafts, such as Ukiyo-e making, Kumihimo braiding, or Dyeing experiences, where you can enjoy the comfort of air conditioning.
But walking around at night is a different story. The evenings are relatively cooler compared to the daytime, making it a more pleasant temperature for walking. Kagurazaka, known as a geisha district, is more picturesque at night. With nearly 500 restaurants, Kagurazaka has enough lighting to make nighttime walks completely feasible.
At night, you can hear the sound of geisha playing the shamisen from the Ryotei, where they entertain guests. You might also unexpectedly encounter geisha moving between Ryotei or see them seeing off guests at street corners. Such encounters with geisha are quite rare during the day.
As previously mentioned, Kagurazaka has many dining establishments, including nearly 100 bars. With the presence of the Institut Français de Tokyo, French culture has taken root in Kagurazaka for over 70 years, leading to a plethora of French restaurants operated by French people. While Kagurazaka is known for its upscale dining establishments, it also has casual standing bars frequented by locals, making it possible to enjoy bar hopping during your night walk.
Why Night Walks in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Are So Enjoyable
Another reason why night walks in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku are enjoyable is that it is one of the safest areas in Tokyo. Kagurazaka is home to many local residents and has a residential area aspect. The combination of dining areas, geisha districts, and residential areas contributes to maintaining the safety of Kagurazaka.
Thus, Kagurazaka is a delightful place to explore at night. During the hot summer season, why not take a night walk? It offers a completely different experience from walking in other neighborhoods at night. This nighttime walk could become the highlight of your trip to Japan.
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How to Access Kagurazaka
The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.
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