Overview
This time we visit Chofu, a suburban area rich in nature located about 15 minutes west of Shinjuku. Known as a movie town, it's home to film studios and many other related businesses. As we explore, we learn from industry veterans about the Golden Age of Japanese cinema. We also discover how Chofu's geography and abundant natural water supply shaped the city's history. Later, we visit a major temple and get a taste of a local specialty: soba (buckwheat) noodles.
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2 - 1Omori - A Taste of the Sea February 12, 2023 -
2 - 2Kanda - A Historic Town with Heart March 22, 2023 -
2 - 3Oji - Charmed by Foxes and Cherry Blossoms April 19, 2023 -
2 - 4Shimbashi - A Junction of Old & New May 03, 2023 -
2 - 5Takanawa - The Gateway to Tokyo May 24, 2023 -
2 - 6Chofu - The City of Cinema and Water May 31, 2023 -
2 - 7Ikebukuro - A Town with an Artistic Soul June 21, 2023 -
2 - 8Shin-Okubo - A Rich Tapestry of Cultures July 05, 2023 -
2 - 9Asakusa - A Tour of Summer Traditions July 19, 2023 -
2 - 10Fukagawa - Criss-crossed by Canals August 02, 2023 -
2 - 11Tokyo Skytree and the Waterways of Edo August 16, 2023 -
2 - 12Denenchofu - An Upscale Garden Suburb September 06, 2023 -
2 - 13Kabutocho - An Evolving Financial Hub September 20, 2023 -
2 - 14Azabu - A Tale of Slopes and Embassies October 04, 2023 -
2 - 15Nishi-Shinjuku - The Skyscraper Story October 18, 2023 -
2 - 16Hachioji - The City of Mulberry and Silk November 01, 2023 -
2 - 17Akihabara - A Tech and Pop Culture Wonderland November 15, 2023 -
2 - 18Hibiya - A Bustling Center of Social Activity November 29, 2023 -
2 - 19Ginza - A Treasure Trove of Architecture December 13, 2023 -
2 - 20Nerima - The City of Agriculture and Animation December 27, 2023