Takinogawa, Residential district in Kita-ku, Japan.
Takinogawa is a residential district in northern Tokyo featuring local shopping streets, temples, and parks. The area forms a dense mix of traditional shops, older buildings, and modern housing arranged around neighborhood business centers.
The district merged with Oji Ward in 1932 as Tokyo city expanded its boundaries, then became part of the newly created Kita Ward in 1947. This administrative reorganization shaped how the neighborhood is managed today.
The district has long attracted writers and artists who established studios and homes here, leaving traces in the cultural landscape. Local institutions today reflect this artistic history and the neighborhood's importance as a creative hub.
The area is well served by public transit with several stations nearby and regular bus connections throughout the day. Visitors can walk around easily to explore local shops and restaurants, with quieter periods in late afternoon and early morning.
A factory facility in the area demonstrates how Japanese banknotes are manufactured and their security features. Visitors can observe modern production processes and view historical note collections that are rarely available to the public.
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