Nishi-Ogikubo

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Nishi-Ogikubo

Nicknamed "Nishiogi," the town is lined with unique goods stores, cafes, and other stores that tickle a girl's fancy.

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Nishi-Ogikubo is 12 minutes from Shinjuku Station on the JR Chuo Line. Around the station, in the drinking district of Yokocho at the south exit, and the shopping district along the old road, there are many general stores, antiquarian bookstores, and antique stores, each with their unique taste and personality. And you will find a fantastic store in an unexpected area. Strolling around the town, you may find yourself saying, "There is such a store in such a place?!”

From the north exit of the station, there is "Saka-no-ue-no-Keyaki Park," symbolized by a large zelkova tree that locals call "Totoro no Ki" (Totoro tree)," and "Zenpukuji Park," surrounded by lush greenery with Zenpukuji Pond in the center, where you can enjoy a stroll.

*“Totoro” is a character from Studio Ghibli’s film, “My Neighbor Totoro.”

This area has also attracted attention for the international outdoor art exhibition "Trolls in the Park," which started in 2002. For three weeks in November every year, various artworks are exhibited in "Zenpukuji Park" Nishi-Ogikubo Station and the shopping district. Various events are also held to entertain art fans from Japan and abroad.

Highlights

  • The area is nicknamed "Nishiogi" and is about 12 minutes from Shinjuku Station by rapid train.
  • The area is dotted with general merchandise stores and antique stores, and a park with abundant nature is also within easy reach.
  • During the international outdoor art exhibition "Trolls in the Park" in November, artworks are displayed throughout the town.

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  • One of Nishi-Ogikubo's characteristics is that it is home to many stores that tickle a girl's fancy

    One of Nishi-Ogikubo's characteristics is that it is home to many stores that tickle a girl's fancy

  • There are also antique stores that are exciting just to look at

    There are also antique stores that are exciting just to look at

  • Some nice cafes are also dotted around the area, perfect for taking a break from strolling

    Some nice cafes are also dotted around the area, perfect for taking a break from strolling

  • Let's have a little drink at night in Nishi-ogikubo in the bar area near the station

    Let's have a little drink at night in Nishi-ogikubo in the bar area near the station

  • Nature-rich Zenpukuji Park, where many wild birds can be observed

    Nature-rich Zenpukuji Park, where many wild birds can be observed

  • The "Trolls in the Park," where artwork is displayed in town, is held every November for about three weeks

    The "Trolls in the Park," where artwork is displayed in town, is held every November for about three weeks

Reviews

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  • David Chen

    知名度雖然沒有吉祥寺來得高,屬於比較小的住宅區,所有的生活機能也很便利,沒有大型的購物商場都是一些獨特的老餐館和居酒屋。

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西荻窪
Directions
Nishi-Ogikubo Station on the JR Chuo Line (by train: approx. 12 min. from Shinjuku Station, approx. 8 min. from Nakano Station, and approx. 2 min. from Kichijoji Station)
*The ascending and descending rapid trains on JR Chuo line don’t stop at Nishi-Ogikubo station on Saturday and holiday. Ride the local trains on JR Chuo or Sobu line.
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