This two day itinerary takes you through the suburban neighborhoods in the West and Southwest parts of Tokyo. These neighborhoods are often popular hangouts amongst the youths or for a family day out for the locals.
Many of Tokyo's suburban neighborhoods are actually part of urban development projects by the local railway companies, and so you can see different characteristics of different neighborhoods based on the railway company that serves the area.
On the first day, we'll visit the neighborhoods of Futako-Tamagawa (二子玉川, Futako Tamagawa), Jiyugaoka (自由が丘, Jiyūgaoka), and Gakugei-Daigaku (学芸大学) served by Tokyu Corporation. These neighborhoods embody a youthful energetic atmosphere, often packed with Japanese students or young families in these modern livable neighborhoods.
On the second day, we'll visit the neighborhoods of Shimo-Kitazawa (下北沢), Nakano, and Kichijoji (吉祥寺, Kichijōji), served by Odakyu Railway and Keio Corporation. These neighborhoods embody more of a rustic charm to them, a more laidback atmosphere for a more mature crowd.
