Kagurazaka

Kagurazaka-dori is said to have taken its present form during the Edo period. Sakai Tadakatsu built his residence around Yarai given by Tokugawa Iemitsu in 1633. Kagurazaka took shape after developing the road to the castle for the Tairo (chief minister).
There are several shops that were founded in the Edo period, as well as more than 10 stores from the Meiji and Taisho periods. While the buildings may be difficult to find as they have been renovated, try to do by looking at the names and ambiance for clues.

Street address: 1 Chome, Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Access

Route1

0 minutes from Exit B3 of Iidabashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Yurakucho Line, and Namboku Line

Route2

1 minute by foot from the west exit of JR Iidabashi Station

Opening Hours: Varies depending on establishment

Closed: Varies depending on establishment

Website

Best season: All year

Point: There are all sorts of attractive side streets, such as the alleys where the old remnants remain, and the lively back streets where new shops open.
Here, you will encounter a street scene of cobblestones and black wooden fences, and find stairs and charming shops in unexpected places.