Kozukappara execution grounds, Katsushika

Name: Kozukappara execution grounds
Address: Katsushika, Japan

#5 among attractions in Katsushika

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Facts and practical information

The Kozukappara execution grounds were one of the three sites in the vicinity of Edo where the Tokugawa shogunate executed criminals in the Edo period. Alternate romanized spellings are Kozukahara and Kotsukappara. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°43'54"N, 139°47'52"E

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荒川区 (南千住)Katsushika Japan

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Day trips

Kozukappara execution grounds – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tokyo National Museum, Sensō-ji, National Museum of Western Art, National Museum of Nature and Science.

1.5 miSW
Grand site for Japanese art and antiques
Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo
39 min walk • The Tokyo National Museum, standing as a cultural beacon in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, is the country's oldest and largest museum. Established in 1872, this prestigious institution is dedicated to preserving and displaying a comprehensive collection of art...
1.2 miS
Historic temple to the goddess of mercy
Sensō-ji, Tokyo
31 min walk • Sensō-ji, an ancient Buddhist temple located in the historic Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan, is the city's oldest and one of its most significant religious sites. The temple, associated with the Bodhisattva Kannon, or Avalokitesvara, attracts millions of visitors...
1.7 miSW
National museum for western art
National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo
43 min walk • The National Museum of Western Art, nestled in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, stands as a cultural beacon for art enthusiasts and historians alike. This museum, designed by the renowned French architect Le Corbusier, is a treasure trove of Western art from the late...
1.6 miSW
Museum with an array of science exhibits
National Museum of Nature and Science, Tokyo
41 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, the National Museum of Nature and Science stands as a bastion of knowledge and a celebration of Earth's history and the wonders of the natural world. This esteemed institution, located in the vibrant Ueno Park, offers a rich tapestry of...
1.1 miS
Amusement park with rides and restaurants
Hanayashiki, Tokyo
29 min walk • Hanayashiki, nestled in the vibrant Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan, holds the distinguished title of the country's oldest amusement park. With a history stretching back to 1853, it originally began as a flower park but has since evolved into a cherished urban...
1.1 miSW
Hub for cookware and restaurant supplies
Kappabashi-dori, Tokyo
29 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, Kappabashi-dori stands as a unique and vibrant shopping district, renowned for its extensive range of kitchenware and restaurant supplies. This street, often referred to as Kitchen Town, stretches approximately 800 meters...
1.2 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Asakusa Shrine, Tokyo
30 min walk • Asakusa Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan. Also known as Sanja-sama, it is one of the most famous Shinto shrines in the city. The shrine honors the three men who founded the Sensō-ji. Asakusa Shrine is part of a larger grouping of sacred buildings in the area.
1.1 miSE
Park, Buddhist architecture, Garden
Mukojima Hyakkaen, Tokyo
30 min walk • Mukōjima-Hyakkaen Garden is an urban garden located in Sumida, Tokyo. The garden was created by a merchant, and is different from daimyō gardens, and therefore it not a "traditional Japanese garden" in the proper sense of the term.
1.2 miS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Amuse Museum, Tokyo
31 min walk • The Textile Culture and Ukiyo-e Art Museum – Amuse Museum, or simply Amuse Museum, is a private museum specializing in Japanese textile culture and ukiyo-e. It opened on 1 November 2009 in Asakusa, Tokyo, not too far from Ueno Park, where multiple other museums are located.
0.9 miNW
Park
Arakawa Nature Park, Katsushika
24 min walk • Arakawa Nature Park is a park in Arakawa, Tokyo. It was first opened in 1974, and is built on artificial ground placed over the Tokyo Mikawashima Wastewater Treatment Plant. The park features a garden, playground, bicycle track for children, baseball field, and tennis courts.
1.3 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kappa-dera Temple, Tokyo
34 min walk • Kappa-dera, also known as Sōgen Temple is a Zen Buddhist temple in the Kappabashi area of Tokyo and is named after the kappa, a Japanese folklore figure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kozukappara execution grounds?

Nearby attractions include Jōkan-ji, Tokyo (7 min walk), Yoshiwara, Katsushika (14 min walk), Asakusa Mosque, Tokyo (18 min walk), Arakawa Nature Park, Katsushika (24 min walk).

How to get to Kozukappara execution grounds by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kozukappara execution grounds:

Bus

南千住車庫前 • Lines: 上46, 東42-1, 東42-2, 東42-3, 里22 (2 min walk)
南千住駅西口 • Lines: 南千01, 南千02, 南千03, 東42-1, 東42-2 (4 min walk)

Metro

Minami-senju • Lines: H, H-Ts, Ts;H (3 min walk)
Minowa • Lines: H, H-Ts, Ts;H (10 min walk)

Train

Minami-Senju (4 min walk)
Senjuohashi (20 min walk)

Tram

Minowabashi • Lines: Sa (9 min walk)
Arakawa-nichome • Lines: Sa (23 min walk)