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Make the most out of your visit to Kichijoji in 3 Hours!

Make the most out of your visit to Kichijoji in 3 Hours!

Last updated: 15 January 2018

Kichijoji is well-known for its popularity among young people in Tokyo. This trendy area is always ranked as one of the most desired places to live in. The town full of greenery, houses many large department stores and shopping districts so it is suitable for shopping, eating, and enjoying a leisurely stroll.

Through the back-alleys of Kichijoji at Harmonica Yokocho

Through the back-alleys of Kichijoji at Harmonica Yokocho

The name, Harmonica Yokocho, comes from the harmonica-like scenery that consists of about 100 small stores, including shops and restaurants, standing along the narrow alley. You may have a hard time deciding which stores to go in since the place is home to a wide variety of stores from old stores to fashionable stores.

Many food shops offer a lunch menu around noon and turn into izakaya (bars) at night so the place is enjoyable regardless of the time you visit.

  • Harmonica Yokocho
    ハモニカ横丁
    • Address 1-1 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

Iseya Sohonten: Yakitori at a Great Price!

Iseya Sohonten: Yakitori at a Great Price!

A grilled chicken shop with a red lantern as its trademark, Iseya Sohonten has been popular with the locals for more than 80 years. It has three branches in the Kichijoji area but all of them are very popular and always filled with people.

You will understand why they are so popular once you try their grilled chicken which are huge! It's hard to believe that it only costs 80 JPY per skewer. Some branches even offer takeout. It's recommended to try their grilled chicken in Inokashira Park when the weather is good. Stopping by for lunch is recommended as well.

  • Iseya
    いせや総本店
    • Address 1-2-1 Gotenyama, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0005, Japan

Maker's Watch Knot

Maker's Watch Knot

Maker's Watch Knot is the store that handles Japan-made watches, and it is located in Nakamichi-dori Street where many unique shops can be found. Custom made watches are available starting at 10,000 JPY and there are over 5,000 custom variations available. Creating one that completely reflects your personality is recommended, especially for everyday wear items like watches.

  • Maker's Watch Knot
    Maker's Watch Knot 吉祥寺ギャラリーショップ
    • Address 2-33-8 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

Iori Kichijoji Store

Iori Kichijoji Store

Iori is also located in Nakamichi-dori Street and it is the specialty store of Imabari towels. Imabari towel is a brand towel that originated in Ehime 120 years ago. Only towels that have passed many strict quality tests can have the title of Imabari.

They are popular as a gift as well for their quality. The attractive point of Imabari is their variety of products from everyday towels to fashion items with excellent design such as the gauze muffler. Experience the texture that will have you addicted with one touch.

  • Iori
    伊織 吉祥寺店
    • Address 4-7-3 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

Strolling about Inokashira Park

Strolling about Inokashira Park

Inokashira Park is a must-see place when sightseeing in the Kichijoji area. The area boasts a total area of 380,000 square meters and the Inokashira Pond at the center of the park is very popular with locals and visits with its floating boats. The park shows a different atmosphere each season, such as spring, when cherry blossoms bloom and the place comes alive with tons of people. The park holds various other events throughout the year, including exhibitions of handmade crafts and music festivals.

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  • subLime
    subLime
    subLime 井の頭公園
    • Address 4-1-11, Inokashira, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, 181-0001
    • Nearest Station Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Main Line / Keio Inokashira Line)
    • Phone Number 0422-48-7734
  • ESOLA
    ESOLA
    吉祥寺 PIZZA&WINE ESOLA
    • Address Kichijoji Tokyu in B1,1-6-3, Kichijojiminamicho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, 180-0003
    • Nearest Station Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Main Line / Keio Inokashira Line)
    • Phone Number 042-226-6244
  • Tengu Kichijojiten
    Tengu Kichijojiten
    旬鮮だいにんぐ 天狗 吉祥寺店
    • Address Ebisu Hall 4F,1-9-12, Kichijojihoncho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, 180-0004
    • Nearest Station Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Main Line / Keio Inokashira Line)
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    KIKICHA TOKYO
    • Address Kichijoji jizo building 1F,1-9-9, Kichijojiminamicho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, 180-0003
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*This information is from the time of this article's publication.
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.

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