Kagurazaka

While it retains a traditional Japanese atmosphere, Kagurazaka now has a significant French presence[2] with many French expatriates living in the area due to the proximity of l'Institut Franco-Japonais de Tokyo and the Lycée Franco-Japonais de Tokyo's primary section.

Many shops in the area cater to this culture, especially selling kimono, Japanese sweets, and tea.

The Kagurazaka Awa Odori (Japanese: 阿波踊り) festival (originating in Tokushima) is held the fourth Friday and Saturday each July.

The Kagurazaka connection to the dance goes back to the Edo era, when the Tokugawa daimyō donated the Ushigome Mitsuke.

It was redeveloped with a new shrine and apartment complex, designed by Kengo Kuma and opened to the public in September 2010.