【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,February 2021,Nakameguro,中目黒#Japan #Tokyo #中目黒#Nakameguro

【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,February 2021,Nakameguro,中目黒#Japan #Tokyo #中目黒#Nakameguro

【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,February 2021,Nakameguro,中目黒#Japan #Tokyo #中目黒#Nakameguro
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Nakameguro (中目黒)
A hipster’s haven and a slice of traditional Tokyo all rolled into one elegant neighborhood.

During hanami season, this attractive area transforms into a breathtaking landscape where people from all over Tokyo come to stroll along the famous Meguro River lined with soft pink blossoming cherry trees. Nakameguro is not only popular amongst Tokyo’s younger crowds, but appeals to the older generation with its inventive museums, charming cafes, and luxurious restaurants. One of the most picturesque yet lesser-known parts of Tokyo, at least to tourists, you won’t want to leave your camera at home when visiting Nakameguro.

History and Background

Nakameguro (中目黒), translated literally as “inside of Meguro” is a residential district within the larger ward of Meguro. Meguro was formerly separated into two towns, Meguro Proper and Hibusama, but was merged into what is today’s Meguro ward back in 1932.

Just a 10-minute walk from Meguro station, you’ll find a Tenday Buddhist Temple called Ryusenji (瀧泉寺) more popularly known as Meguro-fudoson. Within the grounds is a small waterfall pond as well as the famous Meguro Fudo-Myoo (Wisdom King Acala) statue. This sentinel is actually where Meguro got its name: me meaning ‘eye’ and kuro (guro) meaning ‘black.’ It is one of five statues around Tokyo, all featuring different colored eyes, each one designated to protect Edo’s borders almost 400 years ago.

One of the world’s best photography museums, established in 1986 is waiting to be explored in Nakameguro. It’s a wonderful choice if you’d like to see the breadth of contemporary and classic photography that have amassed over the years. You’ll find both Japanese works and pieces from around the world across three galleries. If you’re interested in studying more about photography, then you’ll be impressed with the library which stocks Japanese and international books on the art of photography.

Perhaps the last museum you’d expect to find here but this genuinely fascinating, perhaps a bit grotesque, museum dedicated to parasites is invaluable and perfect for anyone who has a passing interest in science. Inside, you’ll find a nine-meter tapeworm (which you can get a t-shirt of) as well as a host of a number of other critters housed in glass jars, over 5,000 books on parasites, and scientific journals detailing the museum’s various research and findings regarding these freeloaders over the years.

I’ll never get tired of finding quirky and themed stationery shops in Tokyo and here lies another gem. It’s a tiny shop that’s dedicated to travelers—more specifically the art of journaling popularized by travelers over the years. You’ll find the walls lined with journals of your dreams, vintage-stamps, satchels, fountain pens, and any other stationery item you could imagine. Though it can be a bit difficult to locate, it’s a delightful shop that’s more than worth the time it takes to be unearthed.

If you love interior design or are looking to add a bit of character to your Tokyo pad, then a stroll down Meguro Dori is ideal. Even if your crib is already perfected, the Euro-Japanese vibe of the street and the balanced combination of furniture shops and retro cafes is a winner (try Factory & Labo Kanno Coffee for the best drip coffee and a selection of sandwiches).

If you’re specifically looking for retro Japanese items then make sure you catch Case Study Shop which is a treasure trove for kitsch lovers.

Meguro Dori: Access from Gakugei-daigaku station or Meguro station
Factory & Labo Kanno Coffee: 1-4-15 Chuocho, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Case Study Shop: 1-1-7 Takaban, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Geographica

This Tokyo secondhand shop specializes in all of the pleasant things in life: second-hand books in both English and Japanese, pre-loved toys and threads, antique furniture, and old postcards and photos to sift through. The whimsical layout entices you to get lost in there for days. You’ll also find the wonderful Italian cafe II Nuovo Levante upstairs with seating modeled after train cars.

Savvy insight: Anyone who speaks Japanese can take classes in furniture restoration with the owners of Geographica.