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ABOUT KUNITACHI CITY

Kunitachi Cityのお出かけガイド

A town where you can walk along the tree-lined University Avenue and enjoy the scenery of Yaho village.

← Western Kitatama area
Kunitachi City landscape

ABOUT THE CITY

Walking along the tree-lined street,
you encounter learning opportunities and rural scenery.

The cherry blossom trees lining University Avenue, Yaho Tenmangu Shrine, and the rural landscape stretching out to the south—Kunitachi allows you to walk through a well-organized townscape while simultaneously experiencing the memories of a bygone era.

ACCESSKunitachi Station / Yaho Station

PLACES TO VISIT

Places to visit in Kunitachi City:
4 highlights.

Mountains, waterside paths and town streets. Choose today’s destination to suit your mood.

University Street
01

Tree-lined streets and city walks

University Street

This tree-lined street, which stretches south from Kunitachi Station, forms the backbone of the town. You can enjoy the seasonal cherry blossoms and greenery while taking in the views of the shops along the street and Hitotsubashi University.

ACCESSJRRight next to the south exit of Kunitachi Station on the Chuo Line

Yaho Tenmangu Shrine
02

Shrines and History

Yaho Tenmangu Shrine

This ancient shrine is said to be the oldest Tenmangu shrine in eastern Japan. Surrounded by lush greenery along a cliffside, visitors can enjoy paying their respects to the god of learning and taking a historical stroll through the grounds.

ACCESSJRApproximately 3 minutes on foot from the north exit of Yaho Station on the Nambu Line.

Shiroyama Park and old houses
03

Rural landscape and old farmhouse

Shiroyama Park and old houses

This park preserves the landscape of woodlands and springs in the southern part of Kunitachi. You can walk around and experience the rural scenery of yesteryear, alongside restored old farmhouses and rice fields.

ACCESSJRApproximately 15 minutes on foot from Yaho Station on the Nambu Line.

Former Kunitachi Station
04

Architecture and sightseeing information

Former Kunitachi Station

This symbol of Kunitachi is a reconstructed version of the station building that was beloved for its red triangular roof. Through exhibits and tourist information, you can learn about the origins of this academic city.

ACCESSJRRight next to the south exit of Kunitachi Station on the Chuo Line

ACCESS

Choose a convenient station
for your destination.

Transportation and road conditions may change. Please check the latest information on transportation and facilities before departure.

TRAIN

By train

From Shinjuku Station, it takes approximately 30 minutes to Kunitachi Station on the JR Chuo Line. To reach the southern areas of Yaho and Yagawa, you can use the JR Nambu Line.

BUS

By bus

Route buses operate from Kunitachi Station, Yaho Station, and Yagawa Station to various parts of the city. The community bus "Kunikko" also connects the stations with public facilities.

CAR

By car

Take the Chuo Expressway to the Kunitachi-Fuchu Interchange and then use local roads. The area around Daigaku-dori gets crowded during events and cherry blossom season, so using the train is more convenient.

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