Aug 27, 2012 - 1 min read

A Stroll Through Jiyugaoka

Sophisticated shopping and superb sweets

By Peter Lin

Community writer

Trainchi Zakka, a relatively new cluster of shops specialising in home décor

Monceau Fleurs, a French florist shop on relaxing Green Street

Popeye Camera, a boutique camera store with cameras, printing and more

Mont St Clair, one of the best known Patisseries in Tokyo

La Vita, shopping complex in the style of Venice

Browse the Idee Shop for unique home accents

Karako, specializing in quality household goods from Asia

Jiyugaoka is well known as one of the most sought after neighborhoods to live in Tokyo. Located at the intersection of the Toyoko and Oimachi lines, this Meguro neighborhood has a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. A leisurely walk through the pedestrian friendly streets is a great way to spend an afternoon, as there are international restaurants, outdoor cafes, fashionable retail stores and great home décor (zakka) stores. Take a break and have a dessert, as Jiyugaoka is known for its sweets, including the Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest, renowned patisserie Mont St. Clair and Jiyugaoka Roll-ya for roll cakes.