Year of Naming: 2009 In the late Edo Period (mid-19th century), Konparu-dori and Kenban-dori in Ginza 8-Chome were lined with geisha houses. “Kenban” had an administrative role of overseeing the kagai and still exists today in Shinbashi Kaikan Building on the corner where Hanatsubaki-dori and Kenban-dori intersect. It wasn’t until relatively later in 2009 that the name Kenban-dori was settled upon as a nickname for the Chuo ward street, however people have warmed to it, as though the name has been used since long ago. You can download the pamphlet in PDF through this link. ginza.jp/en/tourist-map It is available at the tourist centers around Ginza as well. ginza.jp/en/townguide/touristo...