5 Secret Tokyo Neighborhoods You’ll Fall in Love With

Here are the 5 best towns in Tokyo.

• Kichijoji: Explore the bohemian maze of Harmonica Yokocho and the tranquil, lake-side paths of Inokashira Park.

• Nishi-Ogikubo: A hidden treasure even many Tokyoites overlook!
  An enclave of secret, affordable, and world-class back-alley eateries waiting to be discovered.

• Koenji: Dive into a retro subculture of independent vintage shops, weather Shrine (dedicated to praying for sunny skies), and legendary local music venues.

• Gakugei-daigaku: Discover a neighborhood recently named one of the "coolest in the world," where stylish cafes and boutique craft shops meet refined local living.

• Musashi-Koyama: Experience the "real" Japan in this microcosm of local life, home to one of the country's longest covered shopping arcades—where you’ll find absolutely zero tourists.

→Explore these neighborhoods like a true local.

→For a deeper look into the best-kept secrets of these areas including the exact spots you shouldn't miss, check out my curated REXBY map, where I’ve pinned the must-visit landmarks and local favorites for each of these four unique towns.