Synopsis

Tokyo pulses with a vibrant energy, a constant hum of activity. Yet, just beyond the well-trodden avenues, a quieter character emerges. This episode of Japanology Plus ventures into the hidden heart of Japan's capital, exploring its backstreets and narrow alleys. In Ginza, Satoshi Okamoto unveils secret passages and convenient shortcuts. Akiko Shiihara details how these very alleys have transformed Yanaka into an unforeseen destination for travelers. And Hidekichi Mizuno recounts the humble begi