Nakameguro
City Walks & Coffee
Nakameguro is our favorite neighborhood. The Meguro River is one of the great city walks in any city. Walk both sides of the river - tons of shopping and cafes to pop in and out of. Then walk the main road and the street under the train tracks near the station for a more local feel. We spent the most time here of anywhere.
Our favorite neighborhood to walk around. HOWEVER, it might be a zoo if you're there in cherry blossom season.
Stay here if
You want the best neighborhood to walk around in Tokyo — canal, coffee, great restaurants, and evening atmosphere.
Skip It If
You're visiting during peak cherry blossom season and want a calm stroll — come back another time or go early morning.
Top Picks
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Antonic Gin Bar
BarMassive gin selection in a chill neighborhood spot. We don’t even like gin that much and love it here.
Don't MissAsk the bartender for a recommendation. The selection is overwhelming in the best way.
Skip It IfYou hate gin and won't be persuaded otherwise.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Coverchord
Shop / RetailBeautiful concept store on the river strip. Expensive men’s and women's clothing but inspiring to walk through even if you're just browsing.
Don't MissJust walk in. The curation and space are worth seeing even without buying. Don’t sleep on the ceramics.
Skip It IfBudget is tight. Prices are high but they do have sales.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Kindal Nakameguro
Shop / Retail2nd hand designer chain. Higher prices near the tourist strip but very well curated and occasional great finds.
Don't MissThe accessories are great and can get lost if you only look at the clothing.
Skip It IfYou want bargains. Prices here reflect the neighborhood.
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Oreryu Shio-Ramen
RestaurantDown-and-dirty late night ramen. Perfect after a night out, multiple locations across the city.
Don't MissGo late night. It hits differently after the bars.
Skip It IfYou want elevated broth. This is a late night, delicious, quick-hit situation.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Ramen Jazzy Beats
RestaurantModern elevated ramen with excellent toppings. A big step up from the classic hole-in-the-wall with good music too.
Don't MissSmall menu just get whatever speaks to you.
Skip It IfYou want traditional old-school ramen. This is new-wave.
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Schoolbus Coffee
Coffee ShopTrendy, cute coffee shop with great coffee and relaxing place to hang.
Don't MissCaramel latte. Our favorite coffee shop to work out of.
Skip It IfYou want a cheap no frills coffee
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Sidewalk Coffee Stand
Coffee ShopSome of the best matcha drinks in Tokyo. Grab one before your river walk.
Don't MissThe matcha and orange espresso. Get it before your walk and drink it by the water.
Skip It IfYou need somewhere to sit.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Tsukiji Sushiko Takumi
RestaurantGood chain sushi that holds up. Easy walk-in for lunch.
Don't MissThe tuna sampler is a perfect thing to split at lunch
Skip It IfYou want a fancy sushi experience. This is a casual but great chain.
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Yakiniku Ushicoco Nakameguro
RestaurantGreat Yakiniku in an unassuming Nakameguro location.
Don't MissGo with friends and order a bunch of different cuts of beef.
Skip It IfYou don’t want your clothes to smell like beef
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)