Jimbocho
Tokyo's Bookshop District
Jimbocho is Tokyo's famous bookshop district - over 170 used and specialty bookshops concentrated in a few blocks around the station. Beyond books, Jimbocho is considered one of the best curry districts in Tokyo. Recently named one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world, it’s an incredible place to wander.
Go for the books and stay for the curry.
Stay here if
You want a charming walkable neighborhood and a different trip than the average visitor.
Skip It If
You aren’t interested in books and unique art prints.
Top Picks
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Komiyama Book Store
Shop / RetailMulti-story shop selling everything from vintage magazines to present day art and photography and everything inbetween. Some very cool finds here although it can be a bit NSFW.
Don't MissThe photography and art prints upstairs.
Skip It IfYou are looking for a pure shop. Treat this almost like a gallery.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Pharos Coffee Jimbocho
Coffee ShopFancier coffee shop that makes a great break from all the book and art shops in Jimbocho. Skip the long lines at nearby popular Glitch coffee and come here instead.
Don't MissYou won’t go wrong if you work with barista and tell them what you like.
Skip It IfYou want a no frills cheaper coffee.
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Rice Curry Manteen
RestaurantHole in the wall curry spot that is packed with salarymen. There is often a line out the door so be prepared for a short wait. You will likely be the only non-local eating there.
Don't MissMy favorite katsu curry.
Skip It IfYou don’t want to eat at gritty hole in the wall.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)