Shimokitawa . Street

According to Japanese research data, Shimokitazawa is consistently one of the top three places young Japanese say they want to live there.

If you are looking for vintage clothing or antiques, the Shimokitazawa neighborhood is the place to be. Haight & Ashbury vintage boutique - where there's a giant pair of red heels on the outside while the inside is crammed with bold and unique apparel. You can also browse the shelves of the New York Joe Exchange store — a building that used to be a public bath — and head to the Chicago Shimokitazawa store for vintage items.

For everyday items and knitwear that make nice souvenirs, Antique Life Jin and Tokyo Retro ama are well worth a visit.

More than just a place to shop for authentic vintage clothing, Shimokitazawa also has a rich literary and musical background. In music stores you can find a wide range of popular and rare releases, and bookstore shelves are filled with lesser-known topics.

If you like books, the Village Vanguard store is your place to go to find both a treasure trove of books and a selection of other great products.

Liberal Arts Lab” Darwin Room is where you have a coffee and browse a selection of naturally stuffed specimens along with books.

If it's just coffee, you can enjoy a cold beer with a selection of books at the B&B.

Shimokitazawa has cafes on every corner, and to match the laid-back, out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere, many of the cafes have quirky interiors and are in interesting locations. There are many cafes with terraces where you can drink coffee outdoors while looking at the surrounding scenery. Lunch and afternoon tea are served in most locations until late at night. If you've spent an afternoon in the bustling streets of Shibuya or Shinjuku, head to one of the cafes in Shimokitazawa in the evening to relax with a glass of wine or a pint or two and feel the difference. distinctive