Akabane is a neighborhood in Kita City, Tokyo, known for capturing the charm of “local and livable Tokyo.”
While it may not have the flashy attractions of major tourist spots, it offers a warm, down-to-earth atmosphere, delicious local food, and excellent transportation access—making it increasingly popular among both Japanese residents and international visitors.
🚶♂️ Course Overview
🚉 Akabane-Iwabuchi Station（赤羽岩淵駅）
🛍️ Akabane Chuo Street（赤羽中央街）
🛍️ Akabane Ichibangai（赤羽一番街）
🌼 Suzuran Street（スズラン通り）
🌳 Akabane Park（赤羽公園）
🚉 Akabane Station（赤羽駅）
🎉 Shichifukujin Plaza（七福神広場）
⛩️ Hachiman Shrine（八幡神社）
🚉 Akabane-Iwabuchi Station（赤羽岩淵駅）
Starting from Akabane-Iwabuchi Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line.
The exit opens onto a main road, but just a step inside takes you into a quiet residential neighborhood.
This area still retains the atmosphere of an old, traditional Tokyo neighborhood—there’s something really refreshing about the air here.
🛍️ Akabane Chuo Street（赤羽中央街）
Akabane Chuo Street is a narrow lane lined with small, locally owned shops.
Greengrocers, tea shops, ohagi (sweet rice ball) shops… everything feels nostalgic, like a warm trip back to your hometown.
I couldn’t resist picking up an ohagi to go — just the right size for a little street snack!
🛍️ Akabane Ichibangai（赤羽一番街）
Next stop: the heart of Akabane — Akabane Ichibangai!
This lively street is lined with standing bars where you can grab a drink even in the middle of the day — a true paradise for sake lovers.
I gave in to temptation and treated myself to some grilled skewers and a glass of lemon sour. 😄
🌼 Suzuran Street（スズラン通り）
Suzuran Street, with its charming little arches, is one of the trendier spots in Akabane.
Lined with vintage clothing shops and quirky boutiques, it has a welcoming vibe that makes you want to stop and browse.
🌳 Akabane Park（赤羽公園）
Akabane Park, a local spot for relaxation.
With its giraffe-shaped slide, fountains, flower beds, and pergola, it’s surprisingly photogenic.
🎉 Shichifukujin Plaza（七福神広場）
Just beyond Akabane Station, heading northwest, lies the quietly tucked-away Shichifukujin Plaza.
Small stone statues line the area, their gentle expressions sure to bring a smile to your face.
⛩️ Hachiman Shrine（八幡神社）
Today’s destination is Akabane Hachiman Shrine, famous for being built right over the railway tracks.
This is quite a rare shrine with the Shinkansen (bullet train) running right underneath.
The shrine grounds are quiet and have a sacred atmosphere.
Visiting here at the end of your journey leaves both your mind and body refreshed.
🎒 Osanpo Memo
- Today’s Osanpo Time：About 1.5 to 2 hours
- Today’s Osanpo Food：Croquette, ohagi, and lemon sour—all within 800 yen ◎
- Today’s Osanpo Music：”Hanare Ro Yo” by The Barbee Boys
