Post Town on the Tokaido– archive –
What is Old Tokaido Shukuba-machi?
The old Tokaido Highway is the road connecting Nihonbashi Bridge and Sanjo Ohashi Bridge in Kyoto, which was built by Ieyasu Tokugawa in the Edo period (1603-1868). The road was used by many people and goods, and in order to facilitate the smooth distribution of goods, 53 inns were established and lodging facilities were set up to improve convenience. Even today, some of the 53 inn towns still retain the streetscapes and traditions of those days, and continue to attract many people.
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No.42 Walking the Old Tokaido Road: Kuwana-juku From Kuka Park to Rokkaen, strolling leisurely in a travel mood
This time, it's “Kuwana-juku.” I wasn't really sure what to make of Kuwana, but it turns out it connects to “Miyajuku” and Shichiri no Watashi, which I visited recently. Of course, at Shichiri no Watashi, I walked through some pretty imp... -
No.41 Walking Through Miyajuku: A Leisurely Journey Through the Gateway of the Highway Guarded by the Sea and Shrines
Each post town along the Tōkaidō has its own story, doesn't it? Towns nestled against mountains, towns that lived alongside rivers, towns that flourished as castle towns... I've visited many post towns, but this time it's Miyajuku. Above... -
No.40 Walking the Tokaido “Narumi Post Town” ― A Post Town Where the Whispers of History and the Modern Townscape Blend Just Right
Hello~ This time, we're visiting Narumi-juku on the Tokaido Road in Midori Ward, Nagoya City. It was the 40th post station along the Tokaido's Fifty-Three Stations, where travelers heading from Edo to Kyoto would rest, thinking, “Ah, Miy... -
No.39 Chiryū-juku to Okehazama: A Leisurely Cycling Stroll
Hello everyone~ Just the other day, the Dodgers won the World Series. Ohtani and Yamamoto were incredible, weren't they~ But Ohtani... his performance was unbelievable, like something out of a poorly drawn manga by an elementary school k... -
No.54To Sanjo Ohashi Bridge ― Walking from Yamashina to Kyoto’s Goal
The journey along the Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō is finally nearing its end. After passing Otsu-juku, the destination is the goal: Sanjō Ōhashi Bridge. After walking about 490 kilometers from Edo for dozens of days, this bridge ... -
No.53Otsu-juku – A Town Where Lake Biwa and History Intersect
Hello~ This time, we're featuring Otsu-juku, the final post station on the Tokaido Road's Fifty-Three Stations. It served as the last place for travelers heading from Edo to Kyoto to catch their breath, while also playing a vital role as... -
No.52 “Kusatsu-juku” – Walking Through the Post Town Where the Tōkaidō and Nakasendō Roads Meet –
When people think of post towns along the Tōkaidō, many might picture Hakone or Ōtsu. But among them, Kusatsu-juku holds a rather special position. Why? Because it's where the Tōkaidō and Nakasendō intersect at the “Oiwake” junction. In ... -
No.25 Walking the Tokaido Road: Kanaya Station! Crossing the River: A Tour of Historical Sites and Landmarks Associated with Nakata Genzo
Hello~ This might be sudden, but have you ever wondered, “How did people in the old days cross the Oi River on the Tokaido Road?” During the Edo period, there were no bridges or boats, so crossing rivers by human power—called “river cros... -
No.21 Mariko-juku: A stroll through Mariko-juku on the Tokaido Road! Enjoy history and sightseeing, from the famous tororo soup to Takumi-juku.
Hello! This time, we took a stroll around Mariko-juku in Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City. The Tokaido Fifty-Three Stations are famous for their appearance in Utagawa Hiroshige's ukiyo-e prints. Among them, Mariko-juku is a post town known for...
