It's our second edition of Gothamist's travel content, Gothamist Getaways. Four times a year, we'll have a week of posts featuring looks at travel, food, products and tips—near and far—for making your ...

Shimokitazawa’s relaxed bohemian vibe is a welcome respite from Tokyo’s fast-paced, frenetic energy – and yet it’s located surprisingly close to the city centre, just three minutes away from Shibuya ...

With Tokyo's hipster central (sorry Koenji) seemingly being graced by new openings every other week, we thought it was high time to lend you a helping hand when it comes to satisfying your in-vogue ...

Shimokitazawa is a unique, trendy and artistically-minded neighborhood, lying just to the west of Tokyo's world-famous Shibuya district. The neighborhood is split up into two areas on either side of ...

Shimokitazawa, “Shimokita” to the locals or just “Shimo” to the syllable-adverse is a southwestern corner of the capital city that’s been touted as a hipster haven, a thrift store goldmine, an ...

The distinctive mix of grunge and gentrification has made Williamsburg, Brooklyn—specifically the Bedford Avenue and Grand Street section—an international destination. Accents and languages from near ...

If you’re heading to Tokyo and want to skip the tourist traps, Shimokitazawa (or Shimokita for short) is where you need to spend your time. This laid-back neighborhood is Tokyo’s unofficial capital of ...

Airi works at a small record shop in the town of Shimokitazawa. One day, while at a nearby thrift store, Airi encounters a shoplifting incident. The shoplifter apprehended by the detective explains ...

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