Ameyoko Shopping Street

SHOPPING, TOKYO Updated : Apr 4, 2017, 11.38 AM IST

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Officially known as Ameya Yokocho (which translates to “candy store alley”) but most often referred to simply as Ameyoko, you won’t find any candy stores here nowadays. You will however find just about everything else. The street has been a popular shopping destination ever since it was home to Tokyo’s post-World War II black market.

The modern Ameyoko is full of around 400 stores selling products such as clothing, cosmetics, handbags, various foods, spices and fresh fish. Prices here are cheaper than other parts of Tokyo, making it a great for budget travelers.

Nearby: Ueno Park, home to the Ueno Zoo and nearly a dozen temples, shrines and museums.
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