日本、〒135-0006 東京都江東区常盤１丁目３−１２

Said to be the location of Basho-an, the hermitage where Basho lived. He moved here in 1680 to land owned by his disciple Sugiyama Sanpu, and it served as his base until his death in 1694. After a storm surge in 1917, a stone frog believed to be Basho's cherished keepsake was unearthed, identifying this as the hermitage site. A great place to start your Fukagawa walk.

日本、〒135-0006 東京都江東区常盤１丁目１−３

A small waterside garden located where the Sumida and Onagi rivers meet (an annex of the Basho Museum). A statue of Basho sits facing the river, and at 5:00 PM it actually rotates toward the water. The historic scenery from which Basho set off by boat still unfolds right in front of you.

日本、〒135-0006 東京都江東区常盤１丁目６−３

A museum dedicated to Basho and the art of haiku poetry, showcasing his handwritten manuscripts and historical documents. It offers a great overview of his journey on the Narrow Road to the Deep North. Just a 3-minute walk from the Observation Garden, it's ideal for a quick deep-dive before or after your walk.

日本、東京都江東区 萬年橋

A bridge spanning the mouth of the Onagi River where it empties into the Sumida River. It was a scenic spot immortalized in woodblock prints by masters like Hokusai (in 'Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji') and Hiroshige. Basho's hermitage was very close to here, and a stone monument inscribed with his haiku stands by the bridge.

日本、〒135-0033 東京都江東区深川１丁目１１−１１

In 1689, Basho departed on his journey to the Deep North from this very spot (the villa of his disciple, Sugiyama Sanpu), writing the famous verse: 'Spring departs / birds cry and tears are in the eyes of fish.' At the foot of Umibe-bashi Bridge, you'll find a statue of Basho dressed in travel garb, ready to set out.

日本、〒135-0024 東京都江東区清澄３丁目３−９

A classic Japanese stroll garden centered around a pond, originally built by the Iwasaki family. While not directly tied to Basho, it sits right along the walking route and makes a refreshing waterside rest stop. Take a breather as you step along the massive garden stones.

日本、〒135-0004 東京都江東区森下１丁目３−１７

An ancient shrine regarded as the birthplace of the name 'Fukagawa.' It honors Fukagawa Hachiroemon, who opened up this region and laid the groundwork for the town Basho later called home. A lovely spot to wrap up your walk right where the town's story began.