“Ghost Hei,” also known as Hasegawa Hirasuke, moved to this area in 1764. He took over his father’s residence. Today we stand at the site of the \u9577\u8c37\u5ddd\u5e73\u8535 \u9060\u5c71\u91d1\u56db\u90ce \u5c4b\u6577\u8de1. This marks where important figures once lived.
The \u9577\u8c37\u5ddd\u5e73\u8535 \u9060\u5c71\u91d1\u56db\u90ce \u5c4b\u6577\u8de1 carries significance. It connects to Hasegawa Hirasuke and Toyama Kinshiro. They both served as fire and robbery control officers. Hasegawa assumed the role in 1786. He followed in his father’s footsteps. He also established the Ishikawa-jima rehabilitation center. It aimed to reform criminals through vocational training.
Toyama Kinshiro later occupied the residence. He served as the North Magistrate of Edo in 1840. After some time, he was removed from his position. But in 1845, he was appointed as the South Magistrate. Toyama was known as “Toyama no Kin-san”. He became a popular figure in stories.
The site originally covered 1,238 tsubo. That is approximately 4,085 square meters. Today, you can find historical markers. One is near Kikukawa Station. It is on the Toei Shinjuku Line. Another monument stands in front of a dental clinic on the east side.
Standing here, imagine Edo period life. Think about the officials. Picture Hasegawa reforming criminals. Envision Toyama resolving disputes. These figures contributed to the city’s safety. They also shaped its culture. Their stories continue to resonate today. The \u9577\u8c37\u5ddd\u5e73\u8535 \u9060\u5c71\u91d1\u56db\u90ce \u5c4b\u6577\u8de1 is a reminder of their impact. It is a link to Tokyo’s past.