Note: The author joined a walking tour of Koenji organized by Suginami Ward.
Less than 10 minutes away by train from Shinjuku, Koenji is known as a retro paradise and hipster haven, with live music venues (called “live houses” in Japan), old-school shopping streets called shotengai, a treasure trove of vintage shops, and thriving arts scene. Despite its low-key vibe, Koenji, in Suginami Ward, is bursting with character, so for a change of pace from the chaotic bustle of Shinjuku, head west to get acquainted with this chill neighborhood.
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