This video offers an immersive walking tour through Hongo, one of Tokyo’s most tranquil yet historically rich neighborhoods. Starting near Kasuga Station (春日駅周辺), the journey explores the area’s calm streets, blending old Tokyo charm with a hint of modern redevelopment. Hongo is renowned for its deep ties to Japanese literature, academia, and beautifully preserved architecture.

Along the route, viewers visit Hongo 4-chome (本郷4丁目), where traditional buildings face imminent redevelopment, showcasing a unique contrast of old and new in Tokyo urban life. Next, the walk passes the historic residence site of renowned female writer Ichiyō Higuchi (樋口一葉菊坂旧居跡), whose works are celebrated in Japanese literature. Walking through Kiku-zaka (菊坂) and the surrounding area, you encounter atmospheric alleys and lanes, some marked by steep inclines like Sumidan-zaka (炭団坂), offering viewers a glimpse into Tokyo’s local residential fabric rarely seen by tourists.

The video concludes at Akamon (赤門), the iconic Red Gate of the University of Tokyo, symbolizing the area’s prestigious academic heritage. Throughout the walk, viewers will find a peaceful side of Tokyo, with historic streets, small shrines, and understated beauty. Hongo is not only a popular spot for literary history enthusiasts but also for those seeking authentic, residential Tokyo far from the city’s hectic pace.