Hello, fellow travel lovers!
This time, I’ll be introducing Katsushika Shibamata, focusing especially on the iconic Tora-san and Sakura statues at the station.
Tora-san’s Shiny Left Foot
The Tora-san statue stands in front of Shibamata Station. If you look closely, you’ll notice that only the left foot is strangely shiny!
Actually, it’s said that since Tora-san’s left sandal didn’t fall off, it brings blessings for "not falling" or "passing exams." It might be a good spot to visit if you’re a student or facing a big challenge.
The Lucky Sandals of the Sakura Statue
Nearby, you’ll also find the statue of Tora-san’s sister, Sakura.
Here, it’s said that the sandals, engraved with the handwritten characters "Sa" and "Chi" by Chieko Baisho herself, bring good luck.
Of course, I made sure to touch those lucky sandals!
But why touching them brings good luck... that mystery remains unsolved (haha).
The journey continues... Wishing you all a wonderful trip! – TabiJun
Duration of stay here: 20 minutes
