Ushigome, Residential district in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan.
Ushigome is a residential neighborhood in Shinjuku that extends between Iidabashi and Ichigaya stations. It preserves traditional stone walls and a historic moat from the Edo period.
The area originated as a cattle ranch next to a horse ranch, with its name Ushigome meaning crowded with cows. This pastoral heritage shaped the district's development over centuries.
The neighborhood has several ryotei restaurants where you can experience traditional Japanese fine dining in an elegant setting. These upscale establishments shape how locals and visitors experience the area today.
The area is served by Ushigome-Kagurazaka and Ushigome-Yanagichō stations on the Tokyo subway network. Walking through the quiet streets between these two stations is the best way to explore the neighborhood.
The Aikido World Headquarters near Ushigome-Yanagichō Station serves as the global center for this Japanese martial art. Visitors can see the building from the street and sometimes watch training sessions through the windows.
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