2026-07-18
Ushigome-Yanagicho borrows all of Kagurazaka's charm — the stone-paved alleys, the shrines, the French-inflected cafes — while staying a notch quieter and more residential.
Kagurazaka's stone-paved alleys — Lantern-lit back streets best walked in the early evening.
Akagi Shrine — A modern shrine redesign by architect Kengo Kuma.
Gaien-higashi-dori — A main avenue lined with shops and restaurants.
Shinjuku Gyoen — A large landscaped garden a short trip away.
Ichigaya Kameoka Hachiman Shrine — A historic shrine with a distinctive approach up a hillside.
Kagurazaka's French bistros and traditional kappo restaurants are an easy walk, alongside a handful of long-standing soba shops in the immediate neighborhood.
For a quiet base right next to Kagurazaka, Plat House Ushigome-Yanagicho is within walking distance of Ushigome-Yanagicho Station, with a full kitchen, Netflix, and Nintendo Switch. Direct booking beats OTA pricing, with free cancellation up to 7 days out.