Hamamatsuchō, Administrative district in Minato ward, Tokyo, Japan.
Hamamatsuchō is an administrative district in southern Tokyo covering roughly 0.19 hectares, with a mix of office buildings, commercial spaces, and residential areas near Tokyo Bay. The neighborhood is shaped by several train stations that connect different transportation networks.
The district gained importance in 1909 with the opening of Hamamatsuchō Station, which connected the Japanese National Railways line between Shinagawa and Karasumori. This station became a turning point in the neighborhood's development as a transportation hub.
The Manneken Pis sculpture at Hamamatsuchō Station is dressed in different traditional Japanese costumes throughout the year, reflecting local customs and seasonal celebrations. This practice shows how residents give their neighborhood a personal touch by honoring their heritage.
The district functions as a major transportation center with direct access to Haneda Airport via Tokyo Monorail, and connections to the JR Yamanote and Keihin-Tōhoku lines. Visitors can easily move around using public transportation and combine multiple transit options.
The neighborhood contains two traditional Japanese gardens: Hamarikyu and Kyū Shiba Rikyū, featuring salt water ponds and carefully landscaped grounds amid this busy commercial area. These spaces show the contrast between modern city life and classical garden design.
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