Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

I had the opportunity to guide Tsukiji in mid-August, and I studied Tsukiji again in about a month.
I was reminded that it was an interesting place.

　

If you classify the charm of Tsukiji, I think it will be categorized below.
　①History of Tsukiji (1) Within and outside Tsukiji Markets
　②History of Tsukiji (2) Landfill and Honganji
　③History of Tsukiji (3) Foreign Settlements
　④Building heritage
　⑤A treasure trove of gourmet

　

④⑤If you understand it in relation to the history and location of 1-3, I think it will become even more attractive.
This time, I would like to focus on "4 architectural heritage" from the charm of Tsukiji.
I think.

　

I think the architectural heritage of Tsukiji can be classified as follows.
　A. The streets of the early Showa period (Machiya group, signboard architecture, alley)
　B. Temple
　C. The remnants of foreign settlements
　D. Fan-type Tsukiji Market

　

Of these, the old townhouses, signboard architecture, and some temples in B are the World Monument Foundation.
The U.S. non-profit organization has been selected as a list of crisis heritages to be announced once every two years.
It is a world-famous substitute for Historic buildings.

　

Below is a map of the distribution of architectural heritage.

◆◆Distribution of architectural heritage around Tsukiji◆◆

A. The streets of the early Showa period (Machiya group, signboard architecture, alley)

　Machiya, signboard architecture, and alleys are the part of Tsukiji 1-chome and 2-chome near Shintomi-cho.
　It is often found in the area from Tsukiji 6-chome to 7-chome.
　Personally, I like the neighborhood of 6-chome, which leaves a rich Showa atmosphere in a wide area.

　

<Alley of Tsukiji 2-chome, signboard construction of Tsukiji 6-chome (copperboard)>

　

<Machiya of Tsukiji 6-chome>

　

　On the other hand, out-of-market markets tend to be overlooked due to congestion and the eaves of stores.
　If you look up, you will notice that there are many signboard architectures.
　In addition, there is a very narrow alley connecting Higashi-dori, Naka-dori and Nishi-dori on the main street.
　There are many shops on both sides of the alley, so "Eh? There's a shop like this."
　You can meet a fresh surprise.

　

<Signboard construction (mortar) outside the hall, alleyway through outside the hall>

　

　By the way, "signboard construction" means that a wooden building is surrounded by copper plate or mortar to prevent fire resistance.
　It is a raised building and is classified into "copper plate type" and "mortar type" according to the material of the enclosure.
　We were able to apply various designs such as patterns on copper plates and mortars like signboards.
　It seems to be called "signboard architecture".

　I hope these streets will remain forever.

B. Temple

　I can't touch it here because it's too commonplace for Tsukiji Honganji.
　Outside the hall was originally the Terauchi town of Honganji, where many temples are lined up neatly and densely.
　I was there.
　Most of them were relocated after the Great Kanto Earthquake, and now only a few remain.
　In terms of historical buildings, I don't think "Enshoji" in this cannot be removed.
　The side of Enshoji is integrated with stores in the out-of-store market, and it is like a fusion of signboard architecture and temples.
　It has a rare landscape that can not be seen anywhere else, and I think it is a must-see.
　(I want this landscape to remain.)

<Enshoji Temple (on the right side is integrated with the store)>

　

C. The remnants of foreign settlements

　I think that foreign settlements are from now around Harumi-dori St. to around Irifune.
　It looks good, but the center is around Akashicho.
　As for buildings, the Toysler Memorial Hall and Catholic Tsukiji Association have remained since that time.
　It's left.
　There is also the St. Luke Chapel, gas lights remain, and the area is green and Western-style.
　I think you can feel the atmosphere.

　

<St. Luke Chapel, Toysler Memorial Hall>

　

<Tsukiji Catholic Church>

　

D. Fan-type Tsukiji Market

　The building of the fan-shaped Tsukiji Market itself, the sales floor of wholesalers in the hall, and the fish riverside Yokocho.
　The atmosphere of the building and the vibrant market is also one of the attractive buildings for me.
　However, this will be gone after the relocation to Toyosu, so go now.
　Let's keep it.

　

Then I will add one point.
Tsukiji is almost reclaimed now, but originally there is a waterway around the Tsukiji River.
It is a stretched land, and there are many places where the site is a green road, and the greenery is rich.
Especially in the area around St. Luke's International Hospital, it feels good to walk. Old maps and contemporary maps,
In addition, it is fun to take a walk around the area while comparing the photos of the time.

　

This time, I introduced Tsukiji from the viewpoint of architectural heritage.
If I have the opportunity, I would like to write an article from the viewpoint of gourmet.
History, architecture and gourmet. The market will move, but even so Tsukiji will create a charm that won't get bored.
It's overflowing.

 

 

There is an old building in a corner of Ginza Corridor Street, and when you go down the dark stairs again.
There is a shop called "Brantei".

　
The signboard on the ground floor is difficult to stand out, so if you don't aim it, you can miss it.

　

　

　It is often introduced in magazines as a delicious curry restaurant, and is "Mild and spicy".
I personally think that curry is exquisite.

I'd like to eat it every week for lunch if I'm working nearby.

　
However, this shop is also open as a bar only on Friday night.
This time, I would like to spot this "Night Blantei".

　

　At night, the main menu is also the famous curry and the name of the shop.
It's an electric blanc. The electric blanc has 30 degrees and 40 degrees, and straight is fine.
First of all, enter from a 30-degree high ball, straight, 40-degree high ball.
Is it a good idea to increase your strength gradually?

　

In addition, a business partner sent from India along with curry ingredients to the shelf behind the bar counter.
There are Indian whiskeys and vodkas that come, and you can take them out if you ask.
I haven't tried it yet, but I'd like to try "Indian products" this time. 。 。

　

The dish is basically curry, but as the sake progresses, it is handmade by "Chieko Mama" as a pinch.
They also serve small bowls. The rest is curry rakkyo and dried grapes.
Fukujin pickle is a pinch.

　

Also, the charm of this store that cannot be removed is that the conversation naturally progresses with other customers.
Is it an atmosphere? Situation with only 8 seats at the counter and mama's
I think your personality will do so, but I feel that there are many customers who want to enjoy conversation.
I'll do it.
For example, when I went around 5:30 in the evening yesterday, I was singing at the live performance of "My XX".
It's a story that a Jass singer woman came before going to work and there is no love, but I envy small meals.
No, recently, the topic of eating what you want to eat is the mainstream.
I'd like to see a jazz live this time.

He said he was looking forward to coming here every Friday.
After that, there were familiar customers of the two people (obviously the local fashionable people in Ginza)
When men and women come and talk about elementary school students being correspondent, they talk about tourists from overseas
It was exciting.

　

There is a slightly unusual bottle on the shelf behind the counter, so please introduce it.
I'd like to do it.
After all, I was a woman who was next to me, and used to work at a wine shop near Brantei.
"I am a woman loved by Bacchus (the god of Greek mythology and sake)."
The one who spoke to me was looking at this bottle with deep emotion.
The bottle itself is already empty, but from the conversation between Chieko Mom and her woman, for sake lovers.
You can tell me that it is like a bottle of irresistible miracle.
Anything, one of the legendary bartenders in Ginza, with Scottish Rolls-Royce
Minoru Ishizawa of Bar Dharton, who spread the word "The McCarran" to Japan, passed away.
At that time, the two whiskey companies, Suntory and Nikka, representing Japan, were able to do so.
Contributing to the industry and reverence, we manufacture original mini bottles with elaborate labels.
It seems that it was distributed only at the memorial party.

　
Not only can you feel the stylishness of Ginza, but you can also feel the uniqueness of Ginza.

It was an episode where I was able to hear about Chieko's personal connections and human virtues.
I took a picture of the bottle, but I didn't dare to put it on my blog.

Please take a look when you go to Blantei.

　

There are famous bars and super-A-class gourmet shops in Ginza, but there is also a restaurant in Ginza.

If you classify "Brantei", it has a history as "good old Ginza bar".

Is it a place like B-class gourmet & bar where locals in Ginza come to relax?
The rarity that it is open only on Friday night is also intriguing.
In addition, only Friday night is closed the next day and you don't have to prepare curry from the morning.
That's the reason. I used to do it every day (weekdays)

　

I'm prepared here and go out for a night play in Ginza.

I imagine that this is also one of the best of Ginza.

(I would like to try it.)