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Healing in Green, Tokyo's Oasis - Setagaya Kinutakawa Green Road

A Small Paradise of Nature in the City

In Setagaya, known as Tokyo's bedroom community, there runs a lush green path. Kinutakawa Green Road is a leisurely 2km pathway along a stream, where one can enjoy the quietness and the beauty of nature throughout the seasons, making it a particularly charming spot in Tokyo.

Bustling with Spring Colors of the Cherry Blossom Tunnel

The most bustling time at Kinutakawa Green Road is during the cherry blossom season. When the Somei Yoshino cherry trees on both sides are in full bloom, it creates a tunnel of cherry blossoms. Local residents and tourists alike gather to enjoy the flowers. There used to be stalls set up by local communities, making it a major event, but now the mainstream trend seems to be quiet appreciation.

Gazing at the Slow Flow of the Stream, and Searching for Small Animals

Even in the heart of Tokyo, Kinutakawa Green Road offers sightings of various creatures. The stream is home to killifish and crayfish, and you may encounter squirrels and cats on the pathway. On this oasis in the city, people can feel the breath of these small natural elements in a leisurely time.

From Secret Spot to Tourist Destination

This area was once lined with factories in Shimokitazawa. Taking advantage of the peaceful environment, the district government has developed the green road. It is now beloved as a small local hiking course. Although it remains a hidden gem known only to locals, such small charms are also capturing the hearts of tourists. A small paradise where nature and culture harmonize in the midst of Tokyo.