Becky Gillespie

Shimokitazawa - A Tokyo Beginner's Guide to the World's Most Walkable Neighborhood Becky Gillespie

Named one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Vogue, the endless charm of the Shimokitazawa district in Tokyo, Japan usually only gets a brief mention in most guide books.

But Shimokitazawa is a magical world within itself, a place that feels much more like a village than a neighborhood, and within its tiny radius are actually hundreds of shops, bars, and cafes just waiting to be discovered. Known for its extensive live music scene, vibrant festivals, and vintage clothing scene, Shimokitazawa is also unique for its walkability and strong sense of community, with people outnumbering cars on its narrow streets.

Within these pages, you will find both a beginner's guide to the area (with over 50 recommended places) and the history of the neighborhood itself including how it fought to maintain its walkable urban design.

This handy guidebook also provides:

4-hour, 8-hour, and all night out itinerary options to spend your perfect day (and night out) in ShimokitazawaTop 5 recommendations in 10 different categories including best coffee, desserts, curry, record shops, bars, live music venues, and even secondhand clothing shops!Photos of every shop to help you find those more out of the way places in Shimokitazawa with easeThe unique history of Shimokitazawa and what makes it the world's most walkable neighborhood

Explore Tokyo's coolest neighborhood like a local and enjoy the village life of Shimokitazawa in the middle of the world's biggest city!

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