Explore Daikanyama

A trendy neighborhood with a laid-back atmosphere

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Updated: October 11, 2019

A trendy neighborhood with a laid-back atmosphere

Just a few minutes from Shibuya, Daikanyama is one of Tokyo's most desirable residential areas. The narrow backstreets are dotted with cool boutiques, cafés and clubs that attract fashionable young locals. Daikanyama T-Site bookstore has become a de facto community center, with regular exhibitions and artsy pop-ups.

General Tips

While the area is quiet during the day, at night, it hosts some of Tokyo's best clubs, including Unit and Liquidroom
Head north from Daikanyama Station to the Log Road complex, for craft beer and shopping with a relaxed, outdoorsy vibe
Okura specializes in traditional indigo dye, with contemporary design, and downstairs, Bombay Bazar serves simple, healthy dishes

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Daikanyama Station

A daily fashion parade

Daikanyama Station

Don't be surprised if you see street-style photographers snapping the stylish locals here. The small station is surrounded by cafés, juice bars and cosmetics stores, in keeping with the area's commitment to good living. Turn right from the station and head towards the main shopping street.

3 mins

Kamawanu

The most useful and beautiful souvenirs

Kamawanu

This beautiful store designed like a Japanese house, sells hand-printed cotton cloths, known as tenugui. They can be used as hand towels, place mats, napkins, gift wrap… think of them as “useful cloths”. The designs range from traditional Edo motifs to whimsical and contemporary, and they make perfect, portable gifts.

3 mins

Daikanyama T-Site

The bookstore of your dreams

Daikanyama T-Site

Meander through the backstreets to this complex with books and music, cafés, galleries and even a dog grooming salon. Daikanyama T-Site is three buildings full of books, magazines, vinyl records, movies, stationery and tech gear. Take a break at Anjin, the stylish lounge-bar-cafe, with live jazz in the evenings.

1 min

Ivy Place

Enjoy the food and the stylish locals

Ivy Place

Behind the bookstore, Ivy Place is a perfect spot for people watching. Grab a table on the terrace watch the passing parade, including well-dressed dogs. Dishes are international and range from healthy salads to indulgent pancakes.