【まち歩き】大阪の古い町並み、富田林と久宝寺の寺内町を歩く。ゆったりした空気に包まれる穏やかな時間。【大阪穴場スポット】/ Walking around Osaka Traditional Town.

【まち歩き】大阪の古い町並み、富田林と久宝寺の寺内町を歩く。ゆったりした空気に包まれる穏やかな時間。【大阪穴場スポット】/ Walking around Osaka Traditional Town.

This video introduces the temple towns of Tondabayashi and Kyūhōji in Osaka. Please enjoy this nostalgic stroll through the streets. Today, I arrived in Osaka under a cloudy sky. “Tondabayashi Jinaimachi Town” Decorative wooden fences line the sides of the street. This is a rare area in Osaka where old buildings still stand in rows. There’s little sign of people, and the dim light adds to the mood, giving it an almost otherworldly feel. I’ve visited busy areas like Umeda and Nipponbashi many times, but I never knew there was such a quiet and retro town💭 It looks pretty big, so I’ll take my time exploring. The streets intersect like a grid, and this layout has remained almost unchanged since the town’s founding. The history of Jinaichō dates back to the mid-16th century, when it was established as a religious autonomous town under Buddhist teachings. At that time, as the name “Warring States Period” suggests, it was an age of conflict, so the town was protected by earthen walls and moats, and the streets were staggered to prevent enemies from entering directly. Walking through it, you can feel traces of these designs, which is fascinating😊 Among the buildings are white-walled storehouses, adding elegance to the scenery. I’m excited to see what lies around each corner. There are not only old streets but also places with open views. Wherever I walk, the paths are beautiful, and these old buildings are still inhabited today, making it a truly living historical town. The temple that marks the origin of this town still stands. Ahead is a drum tower painted in white. This is the temple called Kōshōji, and Tondabayashi Jinaichō was built around it. Building an entire town around faith—the power of religion is truly impressive. In an age when science wasn’t developed, people needed something to rely on, and Buddhism was probably an even more essential answer than it is today. This town holds many important cultural assets, not only because it was born as a religious autonomous town, but also because of how it developed afterward. In the Edo period, cotton and rapeseed were cultivated alongside rice, and merchants dealing in these crops emerged. With abundant rice and clean water, sake brewing also flourished, and the town grew as a center of production and logistics. Thanks to that, the town became stronger, and the current landscape of elegant homes and merchant houses was formed. When visiting old towns and feeling their history, you realize that many towns had turning points during the Edo period, not just because it lasted about 260 years, but because there were fewer wars compared to earlier times, allowing more time for commerce and learning, which helped Japanese culture flourish. The way I think and feel today might have been different without the peace of the Edo period. The Edo period, which shaped part of the Japanese spirit—I’m truly grateful for it😌 I’ve walked quite a distance, but the end of the town is still nowhere in sight. Wherever I go, the nostalgic townscape continues. If someone from the Edo period appeared behind a house, I wouldn’t be surprised. That’s how perfectly preserved this place is. There are no people in sight, but in some corners, you can feel signs of life, as if you’re standing in the continuation of everyday life from back then, and the town seems to be showing us that it still breathes today. Thick clouds begin to release many drops of rain. I didn’t expect it to rain this heavily. The weather has been gloomy lately, and although the forecast said it would be sunny yesterday, I came to Osaka full of excitement, but I didn’t expect the weather to turn like this… But it’s the unexpected that makes traveling exciting. When the weather challenges us, we get to experience a town that feels a bit unfamiliar and mysterious on a sunless day, so I’ll save the sunny days for another time😌 Things around me are starting to get lively. Apparently, there’s an autumn festival today, and floats are parading through the streets. Since today’s focus is on walking through the town, I’m not actively filming the festival, but everyone looked cheerful and smiling😊 Nowadays, local connections are gradually fading, but traditional festivals like this are enjoyable both to participate in and to watch, and I hope they continue into the future. This area is full of nostalgic streets, and this central street was selected as one of Japan’s 100 most beautiful streets. The selection of Japan’s 100 streets isn’t based solely on history or cultural value, but also on how much they’re cherished by the locals, the beauty of the scenery, and harmony with the surroundings. Knowing that, it’s clear that not only the traditional buildings on both sides, but also the parked bicycles and passing residents are part of what makes this street special. That’s truly something beautiful😌 With the ground wet from the rain, the street feels even more atmospheric. I once took photos on a rainy day, and they turned out beautifully, probably thanks to the wet streets, the buildings, and the humidity. It’s also a matter of personal taste, but when things are a bit damp, the images feel deeper, and everything appears more dramatic. As I think about this and keep walking, I’m approaching the edge of the town. “Former Sugiyama Residence” To wrap up, I’m visiting this stately traditional house. A dignified old home that looks beautiful from every angle😌 I’ll walk down this street and head to the next destination. “Kyūhōji Jinaimachi Town” When I arrived, a massive gate stood before me. This town, like Tondabayashi, also has a history as a temple town. The Kenshōji Temple plays a central role here, and since its founding in the 15th century, it has watched over the town. Looking around, it feels as if time is flowing slowly. I walk, enjoying the crunch of gravel beneath my feet. This quiet temple marks the start of my stroll. Let’s fully immerse ourselves in this nostalgic walk. I walk along a street lined with white walls, and reach the town center where old houses remain. Buildings from various eras, from the Edo period to today, are preserved here, as if the town’s history is condensed into this space. Especially striking are the traditional townhouses with wooden latticework and insect screen windows, and I realize I particularly like Edo-period houses. It might be a shallow preference, but what you love is what you love. The transition from wooden walls to asphalt ones makes the passage of time tangible😌 I also saw remnants of the former outer moat. This town, too, had defensive structures against outside threats. Nearby, there’s a shrine, and the sacred tree is so tall I had to crane my neck to see the top. Stone lanterns line the path beside it, and the greenery is beautiful—peace reigns here too. Today I feel a relaxed atmosphere that’s rare in Osaka. The big city is convenient, but I’d rather live in a place like this. Since its founding in the 15th century, this town has endured events like the Yamato River’s redirection and the Hōei earthquake, which had major impacts, yet the town’s structure still clearly reflects that era. It’s easy to say a town has preserved its old appearance, but places where people live usually change constantly over time, so it’s truly remarkable that this one has survived major changes. That’s surely thanks to the efforts of residents who value their hometown. Their attitude of preserving what they inherited is admirable😌 What a magnificent residence. It somehow reminds me of the Taishō era. I’ve been in the western part so far, now I’ll head to the eastern side. It’s livelier here, with more people around. Maybe it’s because the station is on the east side. Even here, the nostalgic streets are just wonderful… There’s still a lot to see, but I’m starting to feel tired. It’s about time to head home. Today I walked through Osaka’s old streets, and was surprised by their beauty and scale. The history of a temple town built through shared faith, feeling that accumulation of time as I walked was truly pleasant, and the stroll was full of atmosphere. There are still many towns I haven’t visited, so I want to keep experiencing new places and moments. That’s all for today. See you next time. If you enjoyed this, please subscribe, give it a like, and show your hype!

大阪の重要伝統的建造物群保存地区である富田林寺内町と、同じく古い町並みである久宝寺寺内町を歩いてきました。
両方とも宗教に守られた伝統的な区域、古い建物がそこかしこに残り、風情の溢れる散策となりました。
人も少なく、大阪の穴場スポットかも。

0:00 オープニング / Opening
0:37 富田林寺内町 / Tondabayashi Jinaimachi Town
11:47 久宝寺寺内町 / Kyuhoji Jinaimachi Town

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