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Discover the charm of Yanaka Ginza, a nostalgic Tokyo town near Shinjuku & Shibuya. Explore its mix of old & new shops along the shopping street, historic temples, and the area's "cat town" atmosphere. Read on for our top dinner restaurant recommendations in this hidden gem.

Yanaka Ginza retains nostalgic Tokyo culture just 10 mins from Tokyo Station. The lively 170m shopping street and serene Yanaka Cemetery with Skytree views are walkable highlights. Known as a cat town, it's perfect for wandering on a Yanaka Ginza walking tour or self-guided itinerary.

Tokyo's Yanaka area offers a retro escape with Nezu Shrine, known for its stunning azalea garden and torii gates. The author visited during peak season and highly recommends experiencing the exceptional azalea beauty in person at this charming shrine.

Yanaka Ginza offers a nostalgic Showa-era escape from Tokyo's crowds, with undeveloped streets, quaint shops, shrines, nature spots like the lush Yanaka Cemetery, and many cats roaming its "cat town" alleys - perfect for a relaxing old Tokyo experience.

Explore Yanaka Ginza, a historic Tokyo neighborhood with retro shopping streets and atmospheric sunset views at spots like the iconic "Yuyake Dandan" step-street, a short walk from Nippori Station.

Amidst Tokyo's rapid redevelopment, the nostalgic Yanaka Ginza district preserves its old-town charm with cherry blossom spots, the lively shopping street, and traditional kissaten cafes like the recommended Yanaka Kenshindo.

Enjoy Kayaba Coffee, a revived retro cafe in Tokyo's historic Yanaka Ginza area, before it's transformed by redevelopment. Savor its vintage charm, 1915 building, Japanese/Western fusion, and nostalgic "morning" cafe fare like egg sandwiches.