Sugamo
Overview
Highlights around Sugamo
Koganji Temple
A beautiful buddhist temple which dates back to the late 19th century. It is famously known for Togenuki Jizo, a buddhist statue which is said to offer healing powers to worshippers.
Sugamo Jizo Dori Shopping Street
The 800 meter long Jizo Dori Street is a busy neighbourhood shopping street popular with older residents of Tokyo. Offering everything from food to clothing, it’s well known for its stores selling items specially for the elderly. Sometimes affectionately called “Old Ladies Harajuku”, as it’s as popular for the elderly as Takeshita Dori Shopping Street is for Tokyo’s youth!