Angela Lin
A mix of tradition and modern style, with plenty of dining options and convenient amenities. It's a great place to experience local culture and food.
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Gotanda Shopping Street
An unpretentious shopping street offering a glimpse into everyday life in Japan.
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Just outside the west exit of JR Gotanda Station, you'll find Meguro River, famous for its rows of cherry blossom trees. Surrounding this area is Gotanda Shopping Street, home to around 50 eateries and 20 retail shops. The mix of trendy cafés and long-established stores—like a liquor shop from the Taisho era that has been renovated—creates a nostalgic yet lively atmosphere.
After World War II, this area flourished as a bustling district filled with retail shops and restaurants, even featuring a movie theater at one time. To support this vibrant commercial hub, the Gotanda Shopping Street Promotion Association was established in 1965, organizing various events in response to the changing times.
Today, the shopping street remains an essential part of local life, featuring a diverse range of establishments, including cafés, izakayas, ramen shops, pharmacies, and supermarkets. It’s a great place to experience an unfiltered slice of Japanese daily life while enjoying a leisurely stroll.
Highlights
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A shopping street where both old and new shops coexist.
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The nearby Meguro River is famous for its cherry blossoms.
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Offers a glimpse into the unfiltered daily life of Japan.
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The shopping district extends across the western area of JR Gotanda Station.
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Various events are held regularly.
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Meguro River, which flows near the shopping district, is a famous cherry blossom spot.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Yes.
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Are there restrooms available?
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Yes, restrooms are available at the station and the River Station.
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Are there any smoking areas?
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Yes.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 五反田商店街
- Postal Code
- 141-0031
- Address
- 1-32-2 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-3492-2201(Gotanda Shopping Street Executive Office)
- Access
- About 5 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line, Tokyu Ikegami Line and Toei Asakusa Line’s Gotanda Station.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)