Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

Tsukuda Island was built by fishermen invited Ieyasu Tokugawa to Edo from Tsukuda, Osaka. After that, Tsukuda Island also contributed to the construction of Tsukiji Honganji after the Great Fire of the Meiryaku era (1657), and Tsukuda Island occupies an important position in understanding the history of Chuo-ku. As one of the correspondents, I thought that I should keep my eyes on the roots of Tsukuda Island, so I went out on a business trip to Osaka and visited Tsukuda in Nishiyodogawa Ward.
From Umeda, take the Hanshin train at each station and get off at Chibune Station. Tamino Shrine is located in a corner of a quiet city. Although it is not a large precinct, when you step in, you can see that it is an important shrine loved by the area.

　

I heard that Ieyasu Tokugawa's Toshogu Shrine is on the grounds, but other places such as "Konpira Shrine" (Kompira-san), "Nana Shigeyuki-sha" (Ise-san), and "Inao-sha" (Inari-san) are enshrined.

　　

Monument to "Tsukuda fishermen related to the land" closely related to Chuo-ku. There is also an explanation board that describes the relationship with Ieyasu and the origin of Sumiyoshi-jinja Shirine. There is also an explanation about the exchange between Tsukuda Elementary School in Osaka City and Tsukudajima Elementary School in Chuo City.

　

By the way, this area is located in the zero-meter area, and there was a sign next to the torii gate "-0.8m above sea level". It is located on a low-lying ground protected by the concrete dike. It was a journey that reminded us of the importance of the flood control disaster, while thinking about history.

　

 

 

　

A walk on a sunny day. From Kachidokibashi to Tsukiji.

A sunny day walk. Kachidokihashi Bridge from Tsukiji district.　
　
　

If you look up, it looks like this.　

Looking up.　　

　

A relief that you can clearly see that it was opened in the shape of C.

By looking at the rerief, can imagine how the bridge used to open in old days.　

　

And from Kachidoki.　

A view from Kachidoki district.　

　

 

 

Hello, this is Minato kid.

After the Meiji Restoration, modern literature was nurtured in our Chuo-ku. Newspapers were born one after another in Ginza Brick Street, and the information industry was developed. In addition, many cultural figures visited Chuo-ku and drew scenes of Chuo-ku in various works such as novels and plays.

Today, I examined literary people who are closely related to Chuo-ku.

Kitamura Tokoku (Kitamura)

Meiji 1st year-Meiji 27 (1868-1894)

Literary critic and poet. Born in Odawara. In 1880 (1880), he moved to Tokyo Yazaemon-cho, Kyobashi-ku (currently Ginza 4-chome, Chuo-ku). Transferred to Yasuaki Elementary School. He is involved in the liberal rights movement set in Ginza. 1889 (1889) Announced "Shu Prison's Poet" and "Renna Song". Participated in the creation of the "Literature World" and presented numerous criticisms such as "Internal Life Theory".

Toson Shimazaki (Shimazaki)

Meiji 5-Showa 18 (1872-1943)

Poet and novelist. Born in the house of Shoya in Nagano Prefecture. In 1881 (1881), he moved to Yariya-cho, Kyobashi-ku (currently Ginza 4-chome, Chuo-ku). He studied at Yasuaki Elementary School and graduated from Meiji Gakuin. Through the activities of the literary world, he learned Kitamura Toya and was deeply influenced. From 1907 (1907) to the following year, "Spring" was written at Kaikaikan (currently Tsukuda 3-chome, Chuo-ku), and his representative work "Before Dawn" was performed at Tsukiji Small Theater.

Ryunosuke Akutagawa, Ryunosuke

Meiji 25-Showa 2 (1892-1927)

Noveler. Born in a milk ranch in 8-chome, Irifune-cho, Kyobashi-ku (currently Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku). Soon after birth, he moved to his mother's home in Honjo Ward. Graduated from Tokyo Imperial University. Entered the gate of Soseki Natsume and became a doujin of the third and fourth "Shinshicho". Representative works include "Rashomon", "Nas", "Hell thread", "Kappa".

Torahiko Koori (Koori Torahiko)

Meiji 23-Daisho 13 (1890-1924)

Playwright. Born in Minami Hatchobori 3-chome, Kyobashi-ku (currently Minato 1-chome, Chuo-ku). He entered the English Department of Tokyo Imperial University from Gakushuin. "Shirakaba." In 1913 (1913), "Dojo-ji Temple" will be performed at Jiyu Theater. He traveled to Europe and wrote "Tetsuwa" and "Yoshichoki". It was performed in London and gained popularity.

Bosha Kawabata (Kawabata)

Meiji 30-Showa 16 (1897-1941)

A poet. Born in 2-chome Kakigaracho, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashi Ningyocho 2-chome, Chuo-ku). He became a painter and studied under Ryusei Kishida. Because of his illness, he devoted himself to Haiku and studied under Kyoshi Takahama. "grayheaded cuckoo," he said. There are "Bosha Kawabata Kushu", "Kagon" and "Shirachi" in the haiku collection.

Kayo Yamagishi (Kayo Yamagishi)

Meiji 9-Showa 20 (1876-1945)

Noveler. Born in Aburamachi, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashiodenmacho). He went to Tokyo College of Technology (the predecessor of Waseda University) and studied under Shoyo Tsubouchi. Later he entered the gate of Koyo Ozaki. "Ikuriyusha" is the same person. Announced "Nihonbashi Literature" based on the townscape where he was born and raised, such as wholesale district and geisha district. "The beginning of service", "the temperament of this life", etc. Later, he worked for the Yomiuri Shimbun as a commentator.

Shigure Hasegawa (Shigure Hasegawa)

Meiji 12-Showa 16 (1879-1941)

Kabuki screenwriter, legendary writer, novelist, essayist. Born in Aburamachi, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashiodenmacho). Debuted in 1905 (1905) with "Umishione". He builds his position in the biography of women. In 1933 (1933), he published the magazine "Keiku" and sent many female writers and critics to the world. In his essay, "Old Mon Nihonbashi" is a masterpiece.

Kanajo Hasegawa (Hasegawa)

Meiji 19-Showa 44 (1887-1969)

A poet. Born in Honishi-cho, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashi 2-chome). Supports the magazine "Kareno" presided over by her husband, Kaizo Tomita (Reiyoshi Hasegawa). He studied under Kyoshi Takahama. In 1930 (1930), he launched "Suimei" and became a pioneer of female poets. The phrasebook includes "Ametsuki" and "Lake Flute", and the essays include "Koyuki" and "Yukiki".

Junichirou Tanizaki (Tanizaki)

Meiji 19-Showa 40 (1886-1965)

Born in Kakigara-cho, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashi Ningyocho 1-chome, Chuo-ku). He studied at Sakamoto Elementary School. Representative works such as "tattoo", "love of chijin", and "Shunkinsho", which are considered to be aesthetics. He also published naturalist literature and modern translations of The Tale of Genji. "Hosoyuki" published after the war is considered to be the ultimate in Tanizaki literature.

Michizo Tachihara (Michizo Tachihara)

Taisho 3-Showa 14 (1914-1939)

A poet. Architect. Born in 3-chome, Tachibanacho, Nihonbashi-ku (currently Nihonbashi Hisamatsucho, Chuo-ku). He studied at Hisamatsu Elementary School and graduated from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Tokyo Imperial University. I liked tanka poetry since I was a teenager and was influenced by Tatsuo Hori. Participated in the first publication of the poetry magazine "Shiki". Announced a collection of poems "Some by Kayakusa" and "Poetry of dawn and evening". Received the 1st Chuya Nakahara Award.


He was born and raised in Chuo-ku and represents the times.

It was interesting to note that literary activities that pioneered the times were unfolded here in Chuo-ku, as well as that each literary person was connected in Chuo-ku.

In addition, many works were born in Chuo-ku, and the appearance of the town at that time is alive in the story, and conveys the scene now. It remains in many films, not only in novels and plays, but also in films.

(The photo shows the "Kitamura Toya / Toson Shimazaki Monument" built at Yasuaki Elementary School and Yanagi Nisei in Ginza)

Correspondent Minato kid, Chuo-ku Tourism Association

No. 34 February 11, 2019

 

 

　In the Kanto region, on February 9, the first day of the three-day holiday, due to strong cold air and low pressure, snow patterned on coastal and inland parts, and the ground became slightly white after 6:00 am in the city center, less than 1 cm Observation of a little snow.

This is the first snow cover in the city center this season.

The lowest temperature in the morning was -0.5 ° C, and it was severely cold at 0.3 ° C even at noon.

The north wind blows, and during the daytime it is cold below freezing.

Kiki in Tsukuda Park is also light makeup.

The whole area is wrapped in a fantastic atmosphere, but the appearance of water birds visiting the pond and splashing water is truly cold.

 

 

In February, there were days when the temperature exceeded 15 degrees the other day, but on this day (2/9), snow as you can see. There was little snow in the morning. According to the previous day's forecast, Tokyo is also paying attention to snow, so snow began to fall near noon, and as you can see, Ishikawajima Park and Shinkawa Park are in a bunch of snow scene.

　

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This is the scenery of Shinkawa Park seen from the Chuo-ohashi Bridge and Tsukuda side, which was the problem of this year's sightseeing certification. Kawazu cherry blossoms are located at Shinkawa Park from Chuo-ohashi Bridge, and when I saw them yesterday, the buds are about to swell.

Cold days still continue, but I think it will begin to bloom late this month or early March, so I will post it on my blog at that time.

 

 

The platform at Kachidoki Station on the Toei Oedo Line has been expanded and has been in service since February 11, 2019 (Monday).
According to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's announcement, when it opened in 2000, the number of passengers per day was about 30,000, but it increased to about 100,000 in FY2017. In order to eliminate congestion caused by this, one new one in addition to the platform, which used to be one side and two lines, has become a two-sided two line separated by area. The newly established platform has become a dedicated platform for Daimon.
Improvement work of station facilities will continue in the future, and final completion is scheduled for the first quarter of 2020.
It would be nice to be able to ease commuting rush through the efforts of both businesses and users, including software measures such as staggered work.