【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,Jiyūgaoka(Little Europe) 自由が丘,Meguro, 目黒区January 2021 #Tokyo #Jiyūgaoka#自由が丘

【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,Jiyūgaoka(Little Europe) 自由が丘,Meguro, 目黒区January 2021 #Tokyo #Jiyūgaoka#自由が丘

【4K】Japan Walk – Tokyo ,Jiyūgaoka(Little Europe) 自由が丘,Meguro, 目黒区January 2021 #Tokyo #Jiyūgaoka#自由が丘
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Jiyūgaoka 自由が丘 is a neighborhood in southern Meguro, 目黒区Tokyo, Japan, consisting of districts 1-chome to 3-chome, The name also refers to the broader area surrounding Jiyūgaoka Station, which includes both Jiyūgaoka, part of Midorigaoka and nearby Okusawa in Setagaya
Jiyugaoka is a mixed residential and commercial district at the southern end of Meguro Ward. It’s also the location of Jiyugaoka Station which is a major interchange station on the private Tokyu Railway as the intersection of the Oimachi and Toyoko Lines.

There are a large number of upmarket restaurants and fashion stores in Jiyugaoka. The district often makes it on to lists of the most sought after neighborhoods of Tokyo. And thanks to its cobblestone roads, stylish boutiques and many bakeries, it’s been nicknamed “Little Europe“.

As with anywhere in Tokyo where lots of people meet to eat and shop, there are cheapo options available. The usual suspects such as Saizeriya and the cheap sushi chains have stores in Jiyugaoka.
What district would you like to call home if you lived in Tokyo? A lot of the locals would answer Jiyugaoka.
Popular among Tokyoites but not touristy, this residential and trendy neighborhood is a great off the beaten path destination just a 10-minute train ride from Shibuya.
Destroyed but quickly rebuilt after WWII, Jiyugaoka boasts a European vibe and photogenic streets. The area is brimming with cozy cafes, homeware stores, fashion boutiques and many, many sweets.

Tokyo’s Hidden Benches!
Just one block off Jiyugaoka Station you’ll find Marie Claire Promenade and Green Way. With a Parisienne atmosphere, the streets are pedestrian-friendly and lined with benches. This is a real treat in Tokyo as benches are very scarce. Here you’ll meet young couples sharing a glass of wine, groups of chatty old ladies walking their minuscule dogs, and other locals just enjoying the permanent weekend-like atmosphere.

On both sides are many interesting shops, as well as trendy food and drink stalls. The streets are also a great sakura viewing spot in spring as they are lined with cherry blossoms.

Many shops set up outside stalls selling food and drinks that the passersby can enjoy while chilling on the benches. The street becomes very lively and fills with even more food stalls in May, during the annual Marie Claire Festival.

Tokyo’s Little – Very Little! – Piece of Italy
Just a few blocks up the street we find ourselves moving from Paris to Venice. Hidden among the neighborhood’s narrow alleys is La Vita. Turning the corner you are met with a canal, a gondola, and a venetian bridge in this miniature Italy-themed square. There are some shops and cafes inside it, but most people come for the pictures.

Information
La Vita | ラ・ヴィータ
Address: 2-8-3 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo (MAP)
Access: 6 min. walk from Jiyugaoka Station Main Exit

Snippets of Traditional Japan
If you’ve been here long enough you’ll know that Tokyo is the city of contrasts. In fact, right across the street from La Vita is Kosoan, a traditional residence from the Taisho era (1912-1926) that has been restored to host a cafe and gallery. Follow the stone path to the inner garden and slide open the delicate door to the interior. Here you can enjoy green tea, seasonal sweets, and traditional Japanese desserts. The atmosphere is peaceful with antiques and curious Japanese trinkets hanging on the walls to see.

We went for a classic bowl with matcha green tea and a fruit-packed anmitsu, a sweet and delicate Japanese dessert. The tea room offers a beautiful view of the inner garden. We spent some blissful moments here feeling like old-time Japanese aristocrats.

Information
Kosoan | 古桑庵
Address: 1-24-23 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo (MAP)
Access: 6 min. walk from Jiyugaoka Station Main Exit
Website (Japanese-only): http://kosoan.co.jp/

A Shrine Hidden Among Trees
Next to Kosoan, but hidden behind a wall and shrouded under trees is Kumano Shrine. Entering through the main gate will lead you up a long path away from the main roads. The shrine is more than 800 years old and filled with greenery. Wander the grounds and see if you can spot any of the hidden statues! Kumano Shrine also hosts the Jiyugaoka International Friendship Mikoshi Festival every September.

Information
Kumano Shrine | 熊野神社
Address: 1-24-12 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo (MAP)
Access: 5 min. walk from Jiyugaoka Station Main Exit
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