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Azabu (麻布), Tokyo


Azabu (麻布) is a neighbourhood in Minato, Tokyo. It today comprises nine districts, namely Azabujuban, Azabudai, Azabu-Nagasakacho, Azabu-Mamianacho, Nishiazabu, Higashizabu, Minamiazabu, Motoazabu and Roppongi. Azabu is the most expensive and upscale district in the city.

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Azabu existed as a ward of Tokyo from 1878 until 1947. The area suffered severe damage during the Second World War which devastated much of its commercial precinct. This was not redeveloped, and as a result, Azabu is mostly residential today.

Azabu is today a choice residence of successful Japanese artists, among them manga artist Naoko Takeuchi and vocalist Ayumi Hamsaki. It has incredibly expensive real estate such as the Roppongi area.

Subway Stations in Azabu

  1. Akabanebashi Subway Station (Oedo Line)

  2. Azabu-Juban Station (Namboku Line, Oedo Line)

  3. Hiroo Station (Hibiya Line)

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