This video offers a detailed walking tour through Sakura-machi (桜町), recognized as the largest entertainment district in Northern Kanto, located in Tsuchiura, Ibaraki Prefecture. Once home to military facilities used by the former Imperial Japanese Army, Sakura-machi subsequently developed into a bustling pleasure quarter, contributing to the distinctive nightlife and culture of the region.

The tour highlights the district’s contemporary streets, such as Kirara-dori (きらら通り), where remnants of the area’s entertainment industry and red light history remain visible. Viewers can witness the mix of modern storefronts and traces of historic red-line (赤線) zones, giving an authentic sense of how the neighborhood has transitioned through decades while retaining its unique atmosphere.

Historical context is provided, noting that notable Japanese figures—such as Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto—were once stationed in Tsuchiura, further linking Sakura-machi to the broader currents of Japanese twentieth-century history. This background enriches the urban exploration seen in the video, positioning Sakura-machi as not merely a nightlife destination, but as a living space with deep roots in the region’s evolution.

Tsuchiura itself sits on the western edge of Ibaraki, close to Lake Kasumigaura, and is convenient for day trips from Tokyo due to its position on the JR Joban Line. Sakura-machi reflects the unique regional culture found outside Japan’s larger metropolitan centers, providing a less commercialized, yet fascinating, window into the country’s urban entertainment history.