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Photographing autumn leaves at Senzokuike Pond! A girls' day trip with a photo competition and cafe hopping

• 2024.12.9
• foodSPOTS

I previously visited Senzokuike Pond for the first time on a solo trip. Now that autumn is deep, I thought the trees would be beautifully colored, so I decided to go back again. Reference: "A walk around Senzokuike Pond! A casual solo activity" (Senzokuike Pond in early summer) This time, I went with a female friend who loves photography...

From Haneda Airport to Kamata! How to get there by train or bus, and a tour of Kamata's unique gourmet spots

• 2024.12.6
• food

"I've arrived at Haneda Airport! Where should I start my Tokyo sightseeing? I want a town that's close by, has good food, and isn't as crowded as the city center." ...If that sounds like you, there's a perfect town nearby. It's Kamata. This time, I'll introduce you to a town that I live near Kamata and often go to Haneda Airport.

A one-day tour of local factories at "Ota Open Factory 2024"! Professional techniques discovered by craftsmen

• 2024.11.30

On my days off, I enjoy going out to try out different crafts, such as pottery and metal engraving. I'm completely hooked on the joy of using my hands, and lately I've been into watching videos of various craftsmen on video sites. Then, I happened to come across the "Ota Open Factory 20...

Over 15 people attended! Parents and children participated in the "OTA Fureai Festa"!

• 2024.11.3
• Other

My son was born in 2024, and I was worried. "There are surprisingly few places where I can take my child to play..." Since we still can't let go of the stroller, I want a place where we can spend time without being too shy around other people. Also, I want a spot where I can enjoy nature even in Tokyo...

I felt good luck and romance! Special exhibition "Fire the Arrow! ~10,000 Years of Bows and Arrows in the Kanto Region~" Storyteller Sakurako Kanda experiences the Ota City Local Museum

• 2024.10.17
• foodSPOTS

  What kind of image do you have of bows and arrows? Bows and arrows have a mystical quality different from swords, and they appear a lot in anime, games, fantasy movies, etc. In the world of anime and game fans, the category of "archer characters" has been established...

Found in Magome! 4 cute bakeries that will warm your heart

• 2024.9.18
• foodShop & Souvenir

The Magome area of ​​Ota Ward is dotted with small, sparkling shops, centered around a traditional shopping street. It is also an area where many unique bakeries gather, with cute exteriors and bakeries that are popular for their cute-looking bread blending into the town. So this time, we will introduce the Magome area...

4000 fireworks to brighten up the summer! A "Peace Gathering" that you'll want to participate in with your family, friends, and loved ones

• 2024.8.15

When you think of Ota Ward and August 8th, many people will think of the Rokugo Dote Fireworks Festival. It's such a popular event that some people say it's one of the top three fireworks in Tokyo. I'm from Kawasaki City, and I've been watching it from the bank near my house since I was a child. Even across the river, it was so loud!

I found a great restaurant near Senzokuike that offers takeout!!

• 2024.8.9
• food

Just by strolling around Senzokuike, you can find one unique shop after another. It's nice to have a leisurely meal inside the shop, but it's also nice to get some takeout food and enjoy a picnic or home party at Senzokuike. Here are some takeout shops in Senzokuike...

What kind of place is Ota Market? I, a typical ordinary person, went to see it and have lunch there.

• 2024.8.8
• foodSPOTS

Do you know "Ota Market"? I'm an Ota ward resident, but I've been to the (former) Tsukiji Market and Toyosu Market, but I'm ashamed to say that I didn't even know Ota Market existed. It's a building with fancy flower decorations. Actually, it's a co...

Enjoy delicious gourmet food on your stroll along Kamata's Bourbon Road! From authentic cold noodles to luxurious French cuisine

• 2024.8.7
• food

Whenever I visit Kamata Station in Ota Ward, I've always been curious about "Bourbon Road" (official name: Kamata Tokyu Ekimae Dori Kai). When I took a quick look, I noticed a retro Showa-era atmosphere that must have been loved for a long time, and I couldn't help but step in because of its mysterious charm...