In a nutshell
Speaking of Kichijoji, it is an area that consistently ranks high in "rankings of cities where people want to live."
While the area around the station is dotted with commercial facilities, another popular point is that within a short walk from the station there are spots full of nature, including Inokashira Park.
It is a comfortable area for people of all ages to live.
There are many stylish cafes, and it is an area where fashionable people gather.
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Ease of living in Kichijoji
We will introduce information about the area around Kichijoji Station, available lines, ease of living, etc.
| convenience | ★★★★★ |
| access | ★★★★★ |
| Public order | ★★★★★ |
| rent | ★★★★☆ |
| Number of restaurants | ★★★★☆ |
Routes that can be used
Kichijoji Station is served by three lines: the Chuo Line, Sobu Line, and Inokashira Line.
All routes lead to the city center, making it convenient for commuting to work or school.
Routes that can be used
Chuo Line Sobu Line Inokashira
First train/last train *For weekday schedules
Chuo Line Tokyo 5:47/23:47
Chuo Line Takao direction 6:35/0:31
Sobu Line Tokyo/Chiba area 4:34/0:50
Sobu Line Mitaka direction 4:35/1:18
Inokashira Line towards Shibuya 4:54/1:01
Time required to major stations
Kichijoji Station has good access to major stations.
In particular, you can access Shinjuku and Shibuya without changing trains, making it convenient for commuting to work, school, or going out on holidays.
| Station name | Time required | Number of transfers |
| To Shinjuku station | Approximately 13 minutes | none |
| To Shibuya Station | Approximately 17 minutes | none |
| To Ikebukuro station | Approximately 27 minutes | Once |
| To Shinagawa station | Approximately 40 minutes | Once |
| To Tokyo station | Approximately 19 minutes | none |
Last train from major stations
Trains run from the main station to Kichijoji Station until late at night.
It's safe when you're late at work or when you're having a drinking party.
| Station name | weekdays | Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays |
| Get on from Shinjuku Station | 1:01 | 1:01 |
| Get on from Shibuya Station | 0:52 | 0:52 |
| Take the train from Ikebukuro Station | 0:38 | 0:38 |
| Get on from Shinagawa Station | 0:38 | 0:52 |
| Get on from Tokyo Station | 0:35 | 0:35 |
bus
Traveling from Kichijoji Station is convenient not only by train but also by bus.
Use them wisely depending on your destination.
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Available buses: Kanto Bus, Seibu Bus, Odakyu Bus, Keio Bus
To Chofu Station…about 36 minutes
To Kamishakujii Station…about 20 minutes
To Nishi-Ogikubo Station…about 19 minutes
To Yanagisawa Station…about 29 minutes
To Higashikoenji Station…about 35 minutes
To Musashisakai Station…about 31 minutes
Rent market price
Kichijoji is ranked high in the list of "best places to live," but surprisingly, you can find a 1R property for a single person starting from 60,000 to 70,000 yen.
If you want to keep your rent even lower, we recommend considering a location a little further away from the station.
| Kichijoji Station market price 1R | Musashino City market price 1R | XROSS HOUSE share-house |
| 71,100 yen | 70,600 yen |
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Supermarket information around the station
There are also supermarkets around Kichijoji Station that are open 24 hours a day or until late at night.
It's also convenient when you come home late from work.
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| Store name | business hours | Time from station (walking) |
| Seijo Ishii Atre Kichijoji store | 7:30-22:00 | Approximately 1 minute |
| Life Kichijoji Station South Store | 10:00-1:30 | Approximately 1 minute |
| BIG A Musashino Kichijoji Minamicho store | 10:00～21:00 | Approximately 5 minutes |
| Seiyu Kichijoji store | 10:00～21:00 | Approximately 4 minutes |
| mini Piago Kichijoji Minamimachi 2-chome store | Open 24 hours | Approximately 3 minutes |
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Restaurant information around the station
Many restaurants around Kichijoji Station are scattered along Kichijoji Boulevard.
There are many stylish cafes and restaurants, so many young people come all the way to Kichijoji from other areas.
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Additionally, Harmonica Yokocho has about 100 shops, and there are sometimes long lines.
You can enjoy everything from stylish shops to shops with a deep Showa retro feel.
Amusement and leisure information around the station
There are many entertainment facilities around Kichijoji Station, including Round One.
You will hardly have any trouble finding a place to play.
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| Genre | Number of houses |
| Arcade | 3 houses |
| pachinko parlor | 7 houses |
| manga cafe | 7 houses |
| karaoke | 12 houses |
| bowling alley | 2 houses |
| movie theatre | 3 houses |
History of Kichijoji
The reason why so many people started living in Kichijoji was the Great Kanto Earthquake.
Many people moved from the disaster-stricken urban areas, and the population rapidly increased from there.
Since then, with the completion of Kichijoji Boulevard, it has grown as a commercial area.
It has become such a popular area that it ranks high in the ranking of ``best places to live'' every year.
Recommended properties in Kichijoji
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There are properties near Kichijoji Station where you can live for as low as 40,000 yen!
Shared Apartment Mitakadai 1
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