Do You Know the Best Walkable Cities in Tokyo? 3 Commonalities Between Ginza and Shinjuku’s Kagurazaka
Do You Know the Best Walkable Cities in Tokyo? 3 Commonalities Between Ginza and Shinjuku’s Kagurazaka Ginza is well-known to many, while Shinjuku’s Kagurazaka is less recognized. For example, according to WordStream’s “Free Keyword Tool,” the term “Ginza” is searched 74,000 times in the U.S., whereas “Kagurazaka” is searched only 1,900 times—a difference of 39 times. However, Ginza and Kagurazaka share several similarities. Today, I will explain three of these commonalities. 1: Both Follow Edo Period Town Layouts and Are Among the Best Walkable Cities in Tokyo The Japanese term “Gin-bura” suggests that Ginza is a city that is enjoyable to walk through. This walkability is due to its Edo-period (1603-1868) town layout. Each city block is 120 square meters, smaller than Marunouchi or Nihonbashi’s 240 square meters, making streets close together with various shops lining the roads, keeping you entertained as you stroll. A Nikkei Newspaper article on August 25, 2024, mentioned that “although Ginza has a glamorous image, the alleys are dark and winding.” The article also pointed out that the depth of the town’s structure is what makes walking through Ginza enjoyable. Kagurazaka is also known for retaining its Edo-period town layout, making it a