Four rivers run through Kita. One of them is the Kita-nogawa.
Kita, also known as the “Northern ward”, became a special ward in Tokyo in 1947. It is a vibrant area with a rich history. Kita has transformed from rural villages into a bustling part of Tokyo.
Do you know that the name Kita reflects its location? It sits in the northern part of Tokyo’s wards. Kita shares borders with Saitama Prefecture to the north. Adachi, Arakawa, Itabashi, Bunkyo, and Toshima are the special wards that border it to the east, south, and west.
Kita offers a blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. The local people make you feel welcome. Kita invites you to discover its unique charm.
Kita is known for its beautiful nature. The four distinct seasons paint the landscape with ever-changing colors. The beautiful cherry blossoms and autumnal leaves make Kita a special place. You can experience the warmth of the local people.
Kita City is a town of cherry blossoms. The cherry blossom season in Tokyo is from March to April. Asukayama Park is very popular. It has been a favorite since the Edo period. Shakujii-gawa River is lined with cherry blossoms. Metropolitan Ukima Park is known for its Japanese primroses. These spots offer a relaxing way to enjoy the scenery.
Viewing cherry blossoms after sunset is a must. Paper lanterns light up their exotic beauty. This creates a sight you will never forget.
You can view October cherry blossoms in autumn. These rare blossoms bloom from October to December. They are small rose-pink flowers. You can enjoy them with the autumnal leaves nearby at Asukayama Park.
Kita is “the town to live in” for the people of Tokyo. Many shopping areas sustain daily life here. Along the streets are shops that sell prepared foods at low prices. Sundries shops sell convenient items. There are banks, bookstores, produce markets, and coffee shops.
You can enjoy eating and shopping in a nostalgic atmosphere. You can also feel a very human downtown atmosphere. You can interact with the shop clerks in privately-owned shops. Akabane Ichibangai Shopping Street is a representative bar district of Tokyo. You can experience daily Japanese life here. Have dinner and drink with people unwinding after work.
Many famous people come from Kita. Kōbō Abe was a writer, playwright, and musician. Kyoko Fukada is a model, actress, and singer. Megumi Hayashibara is a voice actress, musician, and writer. Yuichi Nakamaru is a singer-songwriter and actor. Kazuya Yoshii is a singer-songwriter and musician.
Kita also has international connections. It has a sister city relationship with Xuanwu District in Beijing, China.