Monsters from "GeGeGe no Kitaro" linger along this shopping street
This shopping street is on the road approaching Fudaten Shrine from Chofu Station.
It has gained a reputation under the nickname "Kitaro Street" because Kitaro from the popular manga "GeGeGe no Kitaro" lives in the forest behind Fudaten Shrine.
Everywhere along the shopping street, there are monuments set up of familiar monsters from "GeGeGe no Kitaro" including Kitaro and Neko Musume.
There are about 50 diverse businesses on the shopping street, including restaurants and general stores.
Shopping street entrance
The shopping street is scattered with popular characters from "GeGeGe no Kitaro"
A "GeGeGe no Kitaro" manhole cover
Some reviews are translated by AI.
It’s not a long street, but it feels really local and lively. There are lots of hidden gem shops to discover!
You can spot Kitaro everywhere here—it's really fun!
Went with my kids—it's fun and interesting for everyone!
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