The Ikegami Honmonji temple complex sits on a hill in central Ota City, a ten-minute stroll from Ikegami Station. The temple dates from the end of the 13th century, when famed Buddhist devotee Nichiren Shonin constructed the religious site at the request of local feudal lord and faithful fol...
Almost all visitors have heard of Tokyo’s famous now-closed Tsukiji Market, but the oft-visited spot has become increasingly stricter over the years regarding who may have access to the bustling area. Even the new fish market site at Toyosu limits visitors’ access to the market floor....
The Ota City Tourist Information Center is the perfect place to start your journey in Japan. We offer multilingual travel information, Ota City souvenirs, and experiences on Japanese culture. We provide multilingual maps, pamphlets, and travel information centered on Ota City and neighboring a...
Senzoku-ike is located in Northern Ota City, six stops from Ikegami Station. The area is named after the famous Buddhist priest Nichiren Shonin who washed his feet here on his way to Ikegami Temple. Senzoku literally means “washing your feet” which is exactly what Nichiren Shonin and ...
During the Edo Period (1600–1868), the area of Omori in Ota City was known for its cultivation of nori, the crackly sheets of seaweed most commonly wrapped around plump rice balls or sushi rolls. While development along the shores of Tokyo Bay after World War II led to the collapse of the O...
Located in the vicinity of Haneda Airport and once inside the airport grounds themselves, this shrine is famous for blessing visitors with money, business and safety during trips. The rear area behind the main shrine boasts thousands of beautiful vermillion Torii gates. Here you can also fi...
Ota City, a lesser-known area situated in the southeast of Japan’s capital, is home to a number of highly photogenic historical shrines and temples, lush nature, and some rather unusual streets. It offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of central Tokyo and is conveniently where Haneda Airport, t...
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Shaving women’s faces with a traditional Japanese razor. For those not used to shaving the peach fuzz on women’s faces, this may feel strange, but please experience this Japanese custom. Run by female barbers Campaign: Face mask provided.
Experience real Japanese bathing culture by heading to one of the many sento bathhouses in Ota City, Tokyo. Shin Nomigawa-yu is a building-type sento located in a residential area. Millions of tourists visit Japan to bathe in an onsen but few dare to venture into the world of sento b...
Sit back and relax in the hot spring while you enjoy watching carp and goldfish in an aquarium, and a great tile art of Mt. Fuji. We recommend the carbonated hot spring using one of the darkest black hot springs in the area.
This park is famous for its cherry blossoms and hydrangea. The park spreads over about 750 m on the hilly area along the Tama River. From the grounds, the mountains of Tanzawa and Mount Fuji can be seen in the distance on a sunny day. The 67,154 sq. m garden boasts many attractions including n...
Stones were packed over 50 "ken" (approx 90m) underwater to protect the coast from surges in flow during floods. There is also the Muen-dou, built to enshrine those who have been in water accidents. Positioned at the end of the Tama river, there is a complete view of Tokyo Harbor and Ha...
Senzoku-ike is located in Northern Ota City, six stops from Ikegami Station. The area is named after the famous Buddhist priest Nichiren Shonin who washed his feet here on his way to Ikegami Temple. Senzoku literally means “washing your feet” which is exactly what Nichiren Shonin and ...
Spice up your time in Tokyo with a day at the races. The boat races, that is. Ota City is home to one of Japan’s few boat racing stadiums, where groups of six boats at a time compete in a watery arena in a sport not unlike horse racing. The races in Ota City take place in a saltwater can...
The Ota City Folk Museum offers a host of exhibits related to the physical and cultural history of Ota City. On the ground floor, take a journey back in time to the early traces of settlement in the area, with pottery shards and other recovered artifacts. A floor map details the location and role...
The Katsu Kaishu Memorial Museum opened near Senzokuike Pond in Ota City in September 2019. Who was Katsu Kaishu? Katsu Kaishu’s life spanned the turbulent years that saw the end of the Edo Era and Japan’s metamorphosis from a feudal society into a modern nation during the Meiji...
Offers a wide variety of products, from incense sticks, candles, and small Japanese-style items to high-class gemstone incense burners and vase stands. Members of Soka Gakkai International (SGI) welcome. The closest Buddhist altar store to Haneda Airport. Campaign: Incense sticks given as pres...
Let's eat sesame because it's good for our health.
Shop offering a selection of accessories and miscellaneous goods imported from Europe and the USA. Selling accessories with original customizations, this shop is where you can find an “only-one-in-the-world accessory”.
The second location of Eggcellent—a store specializing in egg-based cuisine—the first of which is in Roppongi. The hand-made egg tarts are very popular at Haneda Airport. If you are in Domestic Terminal 2 for a business trip or holiday in Japan, even if you're short on time, get l...
The most popular dish is an extravagant "Tiramisu you'll want to eat again" handmade by the chef, who studied authentic Italian cooking at a well-known restaurant in Rome. It is made using 100% high-quality fresh cheese on top of the Italian-brand Galvani (no additives), imported fr...
Located a short walk from Kamata Station east exit, sits a real “star” restaurant. Yildiz, meaning “star”, is an authentic Turkish restaurant and bar. The creator and owner, Kerem Kargi, is the son of a former embassy chef. His father opened a family run restaurant in Shin...