Shin-otsuka
Shin-otsuka
Station lies
on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
in the Otsuka area of Bunkyo Ward
of Tokyo. The station, which consists
of two side platforms, is located
just one station east of Ikebukoru
Station, the busiest subway station
in Japan.
Shin-otsuka
is
a residential district of Bunkyo
ward. Located in the area, close
to the station, is Otsuka Park.
Otsuka
Park
Otsuka
Park is a beautiful park - a unique
blend of both the western and Japanese
styles. Built in 1928 on the grounds
of what was once a daimyo residential
site, the park also doubles as a
community center. Upon entering
Otsuka Park through an arched gateway,
one comes across a semi-circular
area with stone benches, shaded
by a wooden lattice. There are walkways
on both sides of this section, lined
with trees and plants. In the center
of the park, there is a beautiful
fountain and an open concrete space
for children to play. There are
also swings and a sand-box for younger
children. The park is very popular
among the local residents, who come
here to walk and relax.
