Yanaka (谷中) is a sector of Taito, Tokyo, Japan and, along with nearby Nezu and Sendagi, is one of the few Tokyo neighborhoods in which the old Shitamachi atmosphere can still be felt.[1] Located north of Ueno, Yanaka includes the large Yanaka Cemetery, which takes up most of Yanaka 7-chome. Yanesen Yanesen (谷根千) is a district in Tokyo, which has many historical structures, in the style of Edo-period Tokyo. It is known for its traditional style and antiquated temple district-style. The three neighbourhoods, Yanaka(谷中), Nezu(根津) and Sendagi(千駄木) are collectively called Yanesen: Ya-Ne-Sen. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia