Harmonica Yokocho

Harmonica Yokocho, located at the north exit of Kichijoji, is a restaurant and bar district that originated from the post-war black markets. It has a retro atmosphere that is different from the nearby Kichijoji Sun Road Shopping Street. Although it was once a candidate for redevelopment, it became a popular spot featured on TV after trendy kitchen bars were established. In this neo-retro space where new shops are constantly opening, enjoy dining and shopping.

Harmonica Alley comes alive at night, making it perfect for an evening stroll. The lanterns are beautiful and reminiscent of a Showa-era town, and many shops begin to open. You can enjoy various types of cuisine, including izakayas, bars, cafes, and restaurants. For example, "Minmin," a dumpling specialty shop, is a popular spot where people come from afar to eat the large, chewy dumplings wrapped in thin skin. There are also many izakayas that offer dishes that go perfectly with alcohol, making it a must-visit spot for those who love drinking.

In the shops of Harmonica Yokocho, there are many takeout-friendly stores where you can enjoy the taste of the restaurant at home. For example, at "Shimizuya," which is often featured in the media, you can enjoy homemade pickles as takeout. In particular, "Uzura Kimchi," which uses quail eggs, is a unique dish that can only be found at Shimizuya. There are also other attractive stores such as "Minmin," where you can take home juicy dumplings, and "Poyo," which is popular for its roasted chicken.

At Kichijoji Harmonica Yokocho, you can savor a variety of local specialty dishes beloved by the locals. Within the alley, there are Kichijoji gourmet dishes that can only be found here, such as the crispy taiyaki from "Yushoku Taikashi Honpo Tenon," which is so popular that there are always long lines, and the juicy menchikatsu from "Kichijoji Sato," which has been loved by locals for many years.

Harmonica Yokocho is not only home to restaurants, but also a variety of miscellaneous shops where you can discover unique goods. "octobre" is a shop with the concept of "a comfortable lifestyle" and offers a selection of natural and elegant goods. For those looking for kitchen goods, "SOCO" is also recommended. It's the perfect shop for finding cooking utensils when you want to recreate the delicious gourmet food from Harmonica Yokocho at home. Enjoy shopping at the charming miscellaneous shops of Harmonica Yokocho.