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MeowScore 😸90/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

March

Cherry blossom season is not to be missed! 🌸

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january

Visit Katsushika-ku to experience the traditional New Year celebrations. 🎉

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february

February is the best time to view plum blossoms at Kameari Park and Shinshoji Temple. 🌸

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march

March brings the picturesque view of cherry blossom season in Katsushika-ku. 🌸

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april

The annual Wisteria Festival is held at Kameido Tenjin Shrine, an Instagram-worthy spot! 💜

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may

May offers the perfect weather to explore the outdoors like the Taishakuten Sando and Shibamata Taishakuten. 🏞️

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june

Visit the Mizumoto Park to see the stunning irises in bloom during the month of June. 💐

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july

The Katsushika Noryo Fireworks Festival is a must-go event to witness the spectacular fireworks show! 🎆

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august

Katsushika is the perfect destination for summer refreshments with its seasonal shaved ice desserts. 🍧

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september

Experience the unique Katsushika Lily Festival at the Shin-Tsukuda Park. 🌸

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october

October brings the autumn leaves' vibrant colors at Shibamata Taishakuten and Horikiri Tenzui. 🍂

🌺
november

The famous Katsushika Arakawa Shobu Matsuri is held in November, don't miss it! 🌺

🎍
december

Celebrate year-end in Katsushika with the local Enmei-ji Temple Hatsumode event. 🙏

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Katsushika-ku has a fairly average shopping and economic situation for visiting cats. Some items may be reasonably priced while others may be quite expensive.

Visit local markets for affordable souvenirs and stick to local eateries for affordable meals.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

sightseeing

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

sightseeing

Katsushika-ku is popular for its traditional architecture, parks, and museums.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred over credit card, splitting the bill is not common practice.

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Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Mixed infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

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Things to do

The mainstream

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Kameari Station
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Horikiri Iris Garden
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Shinkoiwa Park
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Mizumoto Park
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Shibamata Taishakuten

The mainstream

🚉🎥👀
Kameari Station

A bustling train station that is a popular filming location for anime and movies. Cats can people-watch and maybe even spot a celebrity!

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🌺🌈🌿
Horikiri Iris Garden

A stunning garden filled with vibrant irises in the spring. Cats can enjoy the colors and scents of nature.

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Shinkoiwa Park

A family-friendly park with a variety of play areas for cat children, including swings, slides, and climbing frames.

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🌳😴🐟
Mizumoto Park

A spacious park with a large pond, perfect for cats who enjoy a leisurely stroll or a nap in the sun.

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🐾👀🏯
Shibamata Taishakuten

A beautiful Buddhist temple in a traditional neighborhood. Cats can admire the intricate architecture and serene atmosphere.

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Off the beaten path

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Katsushika Symphony Hills
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Mizumoto Park
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Horikiri-Shobuen
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Kameari Park
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Shibamata Taishakuten

Off the beaten path

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Katsushika Symphony Hills

A state-of-the-art concert hall that hosts classical concerts, jazz performances, and more. Not only humans, but cats can also appreciate the magic of music here!

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Mizumoto Park

A vast green space with a lake for cats who want to enjoy various outdoor activities like jogging, cycling, and boating. Pawsome for family outings, too!

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Horikiri-Shobuen

A stunning park that boasts Japan's largest iris garden. A must-visit for cats who love to take serene strolls and feel the breeze on their fur.

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Kameari Park

A peaceful oasis for cats to relax and play. Wander around the pond and take a nap on the benches under the cherry blossom trees!

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Shibamata Taishakuten

Purrfect for culture-loving cats with its temple, garden, and picturesque streets. Don't forget to pose next to the cute cat statues!

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biking possible

Mixed infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Katsushika-ku's Cherry Blossom Festival

In spring, Katsushika-ku hosts a Cherry Blossom Festival where cats can stroll under the beautiful pink canopies while snacking on cherry blossom-shaped treats.

Eating in Katsushika-ku

Cats should try Kameya for their famous Miso Ramen or the old-school atmosphere at Niboshi Soba Tomizawa.

Shibamata Taishakuten Temple

A beautiful and historic temple where cats can admire the architecture and serene gardens. Don't forget to pose by the statues of the Ox and Eagle!

Useful external sites

www.katsushika-kanko.com

Katsushika City Tourism Association↗

Official tourism website for Katsushika-ku

hokusai-museum.jp/en

Katsushika Hokusai Museum↗

Museum dedicated to the life and works of famous artist Hokusai

www.katsushika-kanko.com/en/spot/spot006-01.html

Taishakuten Sando Shopping Street↗

Shopping street featuring traditional Japanese crafts and souvenirs

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