Koenji needs little introduction. One of the most beloved areas of Tokyo and one of the hippest towns which, over the years, has attracted a great deal of foreign press and interest from an array of celebs—including Lady Gaga and Pharrell Williams—drawn to Koenji’s eclectic and vintage fashion offerings.

2023年2月13日 · The liberal, bohemian Koenji neighborhood in western Tokyo grew out of Japan's radical student movements of the 1960s. Now it's a hub for alternative music culture and a shopping district, with bars, restaurants, vintage …

Thanks to its old-school shopping streets and abundance of retro venues, walking around Koenji feels as if you've stepped back in time. Famed for its underground music scene and scores of hip...

2024年2月28日 · Known for its vintage shops, independent music scene, quirky bars, and the massive Awa Odori Festival in summer, Koenji attracts locals and visitors looking for a slice of pre-boom Japan and a lively, artistic spirit that's increasingly hard to find in modernized Tokyo.

Kōenji (高円寺) is a district of Tokyo in the Suginami ward, west of Shinjuku. The district's name originates from the old temples in the area. Kōenji is primarily a residential community with easy access to the Shinjuku and Tokyo stations.

2024年3月12日 · Wondering what to see in Koenji? Check our full guide to this unique and hipster neighbourhood of Tokyo! Vintage shop, live bands, cafes etc.

Koenji is a district of Suginami ward, located to the west of central Tokyo. The shopping streets sprawling around the eponymous Chuo JR Line station delight amateurs of vintage with many thrifts and secondhand stores and used toys shops while many small izakaya Japanese pubs enliven the night.

2025年2月19日 · A relatively small district in Tokyo 's western Suginami Ward, Koenji at first glance seems like any other metropolitan neighborhood, with its quiet residential streets and rows of crammed-together shops. Explore a little however, and you'll soon begin to feel the youthful, creative - and yes, eccentric - energy that sets this arty enclave of Tokyo apart. While it in fact comes from one of the ...

Koenji is a "deep spot" in Tokyo. There are many things to see and do in Koenji, such as the underground izakaya district, unique vintage clothing stores, delicious restaurants, traditional private shops, and more than 10 shopping arcades.

2024年8月21日 · Explore Koenji, Tokyo's vibrant and eclectic neighborhood. Discover the top 15 things to do, including thrift shopping, the Awa Odori Festival, street art, live music, and local cuisine.