Recommended for foreigners living in Japan! A little stroll in Ota Ward (5)
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Ota Ward's recommended sightseeing spots by "Ota Ambassador
Message from Mr. Dong, Ota Ambassador
I am from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City is like Osaka or Kansai in Japan. I have lived in Tokyo for 10 years, working as an IT engineer. And I moved to Ota-ku in 2016. I want to promote the charm of Ota Ward to the world, so I joined the "International City Ota Ambassador" and do tourism activities.
What surprised you when you came to Japan?
What surprised me when I came to Japan was the trains. Tokyo's train route map is amazing. At first, it was difficult to get used to the crowded trains and changing trains, but I gradually got used to it. Train fares are cheap and the timetables are accurate and very convenient. I think it is safer to travel by train than by car. In my country, we travel mostly by motorcycle, so there are many traffic jams and traffic accidents. And greenhouse gas emissions are increasing. I think it would be better if there were more trains like in Japan.
Favorite spot 1: Tire Park
Nishi Rokugo Park opened on March 31, 1969, and was called "Tire Park" by the locals because of its playground equipment made from discarded tires, and was popular as a unique park from that time. When the park first opened, it was introduced not only throughout Japan but also in the U.S., Australia, and other foreign countries, and even today it is a popular playground for children on weekdays and holidays.
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Location 1-6-1 Nishirokugo, Ota-ku, Tokyo
Access Approximately 8 minutes on foot from JR Kamata Station
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Favorite spot 2: Nitta Shrine
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Location 1-21-23 Yaguchi, Ota-ku, Tokyo
Access Approximately a 3-minute walk from Musashishinden Station on the Tokyu Tamagawa Line
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