20 Top Tourist Spots in Tokyo

11. Koenji

Location: Koenji

If you want to spend a relaxing weekend away from busy streets and are looking for some local Tokyo, Koenji (高円寺) could be a perfect spot for you! This peaceful neighborhood is home to a number of small vendors, second hand clothing stores, cozy cafes, izakaya, and much more. The bohemian neighborhood is a center of alternative youth culture and not frequently visited by the large tourists crowds. Head to Koenji Junjo Shopping Street which boasts about 200 shops, including traditional ones dating back to the 1930’s. In summer, this quiet area is the center stage of the famous Koenji Awa-Odori festival, a dance festival that attracts a million visitors! There are also a number of traditional shrines and temples to visit such as the Hikawa Shrine or Kisho Shrine dedicated to the god of weather!