TOKYO GUIDE
Uncover the hidden gaps of Tokyo
Locations
Intro
History
Tokyo is an indescribable experience. It embodies the essence of diverse subcultures, a metropolis of orchestrated chaos, the epicenter of limitless creativity, food, fashion, and more. You have to feel it before you can truly understand it.
This Yokogao Tokyo Guide takes you on a trip through the hidden gaps of the city and its culture.
Locations
KICHIJOJI
KURAMAE
NAKAMEGURO
NAKANO
ROPPONGI
SHIBUYA (coming soon)
Asakusa Guide - Tokyo's Historic Gem
Explore Tokyo's past at Asakusa: temples, shops, and local flavors.
Daikanyama Guide - Tokyo's Trendy Haven
Discover Tokyo's chic haven: Daikanyama - where culture meets style.
Harajuku Guide - Tokyo's Core of Youth Culture and Fashion
Step into Harajuku's vibrant world of youth culture and fashion.
Ikebukuro Guide - Tokyo's Urban Playground
Discover Ikebukuro's charm through its ramen spots and otaku havens.
Jimbocho Guide - Tokyo's Book District
Discover Jimbocho, Tokyo's sanctuary for book lovers and culture enthusiasts.
Kichijoji Guide - The Favorite of Tokyoites
Explore Kichijoji, Tokyo's beloved haven of culture and community.
Kuramae Guide - Tokyo's Brooklyn of Creativity and Culture
Explore Kuramae: Tokyo's Artisanal Hub for Coffee, Cuisine, Culture.
Nakameguro Guide - Tokyo's hub of culture and creativity
Explore Nakameguro: Tokyo's hub for food, coffee, and creativity.
Nakano Guide - Tokyo's Hidden Otaku Heaven
Discover Nakano, Tokyo's hidden Showa Era gem.
Roppongi Guide - Tokyo's Hub of Art and Fine Dining
Explore Tokyo's Roppongi: A vibrant blend of art and fine dining.
Shimokitazawa Guide - Tokyo’s Vintage Thrifting Wonderland
Explore Shimokitazawa: Tokyo's hub for vintage thrifting and cafes.
Shinjuku Guide - Tokyo’s Entertainment District
Experience Shinjuku’s neon lights, lively entertainment, and delicious food offerings.
Tomigaya Guide - Shibuya’s Trendy Neighbor
Explore Tomigaya: Where Shibuya's trends meet tranquil charm.
History
Tokyo was originally named Edo until in 1868 the emperor and Japan’s capital moved from Kyoto to Edo, renaming it to Tokyo (東京). In the next century two major events would erase major parts of the city’s rich history, the Great Kanto Earthquake which occurred in 1923, and the firebombing raid in 1945.
But Tokyo endured and rebuilt itself, standing strong today as the largest and most populated city in the world. It became a hotbed of emerging designers, cultures, artists, food scenes, entertainment, shopping, and coffee, so much coffee.