Kameido is a great spot with old-fashioned charm and tasty inexpensive food such as gyoza packed with veggies, wonderfully chewy char-grilled offal, and more. Don’t be discouraged by the long lines at the popular restaurants, their famous dishes are well worth the wait! This historic shopping street has been around since 1932. Stretching over nearly 670 meters, this lively area is home to about 180 shops. You’ll find everything from clothing to daily necessities and foods. Grab some prepared foods or sweets and eat while you enjoy a stroll. A special market is held every month on the 10th where you can find lots of items on sale. DATA Kitasuna 3 - 5-chome／Close to the Kitasuna 2-chome stop on Toei Bus No. 07 MAP10 The kuzumochi and anmitsu are so delectably sweet and delicious! They are both delicate and rich in flavor. This historic kuzumochi shop was founded in 1805. Since the Edo period, they have crafted traditional Japanese sweets with zero additives or preservatives. Artisans make kuzumochi one piece at a time at the adjacent kitchen. In addition to their specialty of kuzumochi, they also make anmitsu, tokoroten, oshiruko, and other tasty traditional treats. Kuzumochi and anmitsu are available for takeout. Anmitsu Sweet bean paste, gyuhi rice cake, red peas, and other toppings are served on Japanese gelatin with brown sugar syrup. Funabashiya’s anmitsu is a rare variety that contains kuzumochi (¥800 when eaten in the shop). Kuzumochi This traditional sweet is made by steaming wheat starch that is fermented for 450 days. It is served with a topping of soybean powder and brown sugar syrup. At only about 200 calories per serving, it is a great low calorie treat (¥790 when eaten in the shop). DATA 3-2-14 Kameido／Open 365 days a year／10 minutes on foot from the North Exit of Kameido Station on the JR Sobu Line/Tobu Kameido Line MAP 9 Treat yourself to some Japanese sweets Funabashiya Kameido Tenjin Shrine Main Shop Gyoza and grilled offal Local Food in Kameido Peek in restaurants or munch while on the go Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street Kameido gyoza 9
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